In order to strengthen film, media collaboration, FTII signs MoU with MFSCDCL

Mumbai: In a move to strengthen India’s creative economy by developing skilled human resources in the fields of film, media, and entertainment, the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, and the Maharashtra Film, Stage & Cultural Development Corporation Limited (MFSCDCL), Mumbai, has signed an MoU to advance skill development in the film and media sectors across Maharashtra.

The signing ceremony was held in the presence of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Minister for Cultural Affairs and IT Ashish Shelar, FTII Chairman R. Madhavan; Additional Chief Secretary of Cultural Affairs Department Vikas Kharge; and senior officials from FTII, MFSCDCL, and the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

This strategic collaboration aims to conduct and promote short-term courses in filmmaking, television production, and allied technical fields in partnership with FTII’s academic expertise and MFSCDCL’s infrastructure and outreach capabilities.

“This collaboration marks the beginning of a new era. Maharashtra is poised to become a national and global hub for the creators’ economy. With the rapid monetization of creative spaces, even individuals from remote areas are emerging as content creators,” said Fadnavis.

The CM emphasized the importance of formal training and certification, noting that many talented individuals lack access to professional opportunities due to the absence of recognized credentials.

The MoU will address this gap by offering structured training and certification programs.

This collaboration will enable students from rural Maharashtra to pursue careers in the film industry. It will also unlock employment opportunities and promote Maharashtra’s iconic filming locations, said Shelar.

This collaborative skill development courses to be imparted at MFSCDCL centres at Goregaon, Kolhapur, Prabhadevi and Karjat, will unlock employment opportunities, he added.

“Talented individuals from small towns are creating history. From local storytelling to global narratives, India’s creative voices are ready to shape the future,” said Madhavan.

“Currently we plan courses that shall prepare students for careers in filmmaking, cinematography, digital production, AI tools, dubbing, VoiceOver,” informed Kharge.