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AI Filmmaking Mastery Programme

From an idea to a cinematic film: explore practical AI-assisted production, storytelling, editing and responsible creative workflows.

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The journey

A proposed path through the stages of AI filmmaking.

Story

Shape an idea into a story.

Storyboard

Plan the scenes and shots.

Visuals

Explore AI-assisted imagery.

Edit

Bring the pieces together.

The proposed programme

Learn the craft behind the frame.

Designed for filmmakers, editors, creators and people interested in cinematic storytelling and commercial advertising. The 24-class curriculum is a proposed programme; instructor participation, the exact start date and delivery remain subject to formal agreement and confirmation.

12 weeks · 24 classes

From story to screen.

Explore the proposed weekend curriculum. Deliverables are learning targets, not guaranteed outcomes.

WEEK 01

Foundations of Cinematic Storytelling

Define a film concept and learn how to think like a director instead of a prompt operator.

SAT · From Idea to Screen Story

Differentiate shot generation from filmmaking; identify genre, audience, emotional arc and storytelling stakes.

SUN · Film Language: Composition, Lighting and Camera

Understand framing, shot size, lenses as visual concepts, camera movement, continuity, light and colour.

Practice target: One-page story concept, logline, audience, reference board, 8–12-shot breakdown.
WEEK 02

Scripts, Storyboards and Directorial Planning

Turn story into producible scenes with clear instructions and consistent visual intent.

SAT · Screenwriting, Dialogue and Scene Mechanics

Write objective-driven scenes, subtext, beats, action lines, dialogue and pacing.

SUN · Storyboard and Production Bible

Translate script into shots, character references, locations and sound intentions.

Practice target: 3–5-page practice screenplay, scene cards, storyboards and visual style bible.
WEEK 03

Image Creation and Visual Consistency

Develop repeatable characters, environments and visual styles with AI-assisted image tools.

SAT · Design Characters, Wardrobe and Look

Learn reference-driven visual prompting, character silhouettes, costume, mood and ethical likeness use.

SUN · Locations, Props and Continuity Control

Use visual anchors, reference boards and continuity notes to stabilise environments.

Practice target: Character reference sheet, location bible, 6–10 consistent key frames.
WEEK 04

AI Shot Generation and Camera Direction

Animate consistent key frames into purposeful scenes and learn to review takes.

SAT · From Still Image to Moving Shot

Prompt motion, camera direction, action timing and duration; compare tools and credit use.

SUN · Coverage, Retakes and Sequence Continuity

Plan masters, mediums, close-ups, reaction shots and continuity across cuts.

Practice target: Eight to twelve test clips, shot metadata, first edited 20–30-second scene.
WEEK 05

Performance, Speech and Character Direction

Make characters feel intentional through action, performance, voices and dialogue.

SAT · Directing Performance and Emotion

Plan blocking, gaze, emotion, gestures and character motivation; control awkward motion.

SUN · Dialogue, Voice and Lip-Sync Fundamentals

Understand dialogue recording, AI voice options, consent, synchronisation and noise cleanup.

Practice target: A short dramatic performance scene with approved audio and consistent characters.
WEEK 06

Editing, Rhythm and Sound

Turn generated clips into a coherent cut with purposeful audio and pacing.

SAT · Sound Design and Music for Storytelling

Use ambience, effects, voice and music cues to communicate space and emotion.

SUN · Editing Grammar: Rhythm, Cuts and Story

Organise footage, rough cut, transitions, pacing, J/L-cut concepts, captions and sound-sync.

Practice target: A 45–90-second edited cinematic scene with temporary or licensed sound.
WEEK 07

Post-Production and Quality Finishing

Identify defects and polish image, audio and continuity before presenting work.

SAT · Colour, VFX and Finishing

Understand grade matching, compositing, cleanup, aspect ratios, safe areas and delivery formats.

SUN · The Director’s Quality-Control Pass

Evaluate story clarity, continuity, scene rhythm, rights, sound, captions and technical exports.

Practice target: A revised cinematic scene with a completed QA log and export settings.
WEEK 08

AI Brand Films and Commercial Advertising

Apply cinematic craft to a real advertising brief and practical brand constraints.

SAT · Commercial Creative Brief and Product Consistency

Interpret client objectives, audience, key message, CTA and brand restrictions.

SUN · Commercial Production, Editing and Versions

Construct product shots, maintain visual accuracy and finish cuts for different platforms.

Practice target: One 15–30-second fictional/spec brand advertisement with variations.
WEEK 09

Documentary, YouTube and Episodic Storytelling

Apply the same filmmaking system to factual and digital-native formats.

SAT · Documentary Research, Truth and Visual Ethics

Research primary sources, write factual narrative, distinguish re-enactment from real footage.

SUN · YouTube Series, Intros and Episodic Hooks

Plan story hooks, retention, 9:16 and 16:9 conventions, thumbnails and serial formats.

Practice target: A 60–120-second factual documentary sequence or branded YouTube intro.
WEEK 10

Longer Narrative Production Systems

Scale from isolated scenes to consistent multi-scene narratives without promising feature-film output.

SAT · Longer-Form Story Architecture

Structure scenes into sequences; use a production bible, asset registry, shot log and revision control.

SUN · Short Film Assembly Workshop

Solve scene-to-scene continuity, character drift, pacing and missing coverage.

Practice target: A 2–4-minute original short-film work-in-progress with scene continuity bible.
WEEK 11

Professional Production and Commercial Delivery

Prepare for real-world client work, commercial constraints and responsible handover.

SAT · Freelance Workflows, Pricing and Agency Foundations

Translate brief to scope; estimate shot count, tool credits, labour, revisions and project margin.

SUN · Client Feedback, Intellectual Property and Delivery

Cover feedback rounds, approvals, music/image licences, likeness/voice consent and synthetic-media disclosures.

Practice target: Offer sheet, creative brief, revision policy, sample proposal and client handover checklist.
WEEK 12

Portfolio, Career Readiness and Final Showcase

Package finished work, explain your process and create a credible next-step plan.

SAT · Showreel, Portfolio and Market Positioning

Choose strongest work, write case studies and tailor portfolios for studios, agencies and freelancers.

SUN · Final Film Screening and Next 90 Days

Present final short films; assess story, quality, rights, delivery readiness and career options.

Practice target: Film showcase, commercial, documentary/trailer, showreel and 90-day career/business plan.
Support journey

Keep creating after class.

The proposed six-month structure combines three months of teaching with project practice and one planned group review in each of months four, five and six. Timing, duration and Divyendra’s participation require confirmation.

Devi Bhai AI Assistant · planned

This proposed automated AI assistant is not Divyendra Singh Jadoun. It is not currently available here. Any future assistant would use approved materials, disclose its limits, and require appropriate consent and safeguards before launch.

Prospective instructor profile

Divyendra Singh Jadoun.

Known professionally as The Indian Deepfaker and Devi Bhai, he is a self-taught AI and synthetic-media creator. Independent reporting has documented his work in synthetic media. His role in this programme remains subject to agreement.

The following links concern Divyendra’s individual work and coverage. They do not imply endorsement of First Light or confirm a teaching agreement.
Independent coverage

International press & interviews.

Direct articles and conversations about Divyendra’s work in synthetic media. Coverage of the individual is not an endorsement of this programme.

Filmography · IMDb-listed credits

Credits, precisely stated.

IMDb is a film database; the roles below are attributed to its listings. They are not claims of directing these films.

Selected work · self-published portfolio

A window into the work.

Divyendra’s Behance profile identifies him with The Indian Deepfaker and displays projects titled “Cosmetic Video Ad”, “Cosmetic Product Video Ad” and “Deep Fake Video”. These are self-published portfolio entries, not independently verified client endorsements.

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Evidence matters

Portfolio entries are presented separately from IMDb film credits and independent journalism. External reporting concerns the creator’s own work and does not verify the First Light programme.

Media & reference library

Explore the sources.

Direct publisher, film-credit and profile links. Some platforms may require sign-in or limit automated access.

This is a proposed educational programme. It does not guarantee employment, customers, earnings or a particular film quality. AI tools, credits and editing software may cost extra. Curriculum, access, support, tax treatment and refund terms are subject to confirmation.