Creative Family
India’s Premier Residential Cinematography & Photography College
Founded in 2007, Creative Hut Institute of Photography and Film is one of India’s oldest and most trusted residential photography and cinematography colleges, built on a Gurukul-style model where students live, learn, and create together.
In one integrated curriculum, learners train across 12+ photography specialisations, build a professional portfolio, earn recognised certificates, and master industry-standard tools — graduating with 100% placement assistance and the strength of a national alumni network.
30 Students. 1 Campus. 15+ States.
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Our Campus – A Home for Creative Minds
Nature, studios, and a place where creativity breathes.
Recognised as the first-ever Residential Photography and Film Institute in India, our campus is nestled within a peaceful and expansive 1,70,000 sq. ft. environment. Located in Kerala, God's Own Country, the Creative Hut campus is embraced by nature, with a river flowing along one side and hills standing tall on the other.
It stands today as one of India’s leading institutes for education and research in visual media, photography, videography and film. Known for its academic excellence, Creative Hut is not just a college but a home for creative minds.
Creative Hut is one of the oldest and most reputed residential colleges since 2007. Now moving into its 19th batch, with alumni working across reputed companies, media houses, television, and film industries.
India’s Premier Residential Visual Media College
Whether you're walking through the green pathways or filming in our state-of-the-art studios, Creative Hut offers a fully immersive residential experience. Every corner of the campus is designed to inspire learning, collaboration, and visual innovation.
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Professional Diploma in Art of Photography and Cinematography
Add-on Government Certifications: KGTE + NCVET (NSQF Approved)
This one-year residential diploma program is designed for students who wish to master both photography and cinematatography together. It combines camera techniques, lighting, editing, and AI-based visual communication into a single holistic course. We welcome students from across India and conduct classes in English, Hindi, and Malayalam. The program includes 100% placement assistance and offers specialisations such as Wildlife, Travel, Photojournalism, Fashion, Food, Sports, Product, Automotive, Architecture, and more.
Students are trained on industry software including Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects (Motion Graphics), and DaVinci Resolve (Color Grading). Modules include drone usage, green screen, gimbal balancing, and live streaming for comprehensive production training.
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Photography and Cinematography Specialisation
Choose your direction — explore specialisations across photography, cinematography & visual storytelling.
The Photography and Cinematography Specialisation pathway allows students to experience multiple creative domains before choosing their focused career direction. Through structured practical exposure, guided assignments, and mentor-led reviews, students discover where their strengths truly lie.
Specialisations include Wildlife, Travel, Photojournalism, Fashion, Portrait, Product, Food, Sports, Automotive, Architecture & Interior, and more. Each specialisation emphasises real-world shooting conditions, lighting control, storytelling clarity, and professional editing workflows—resulting in a strong, industry-ready portfolio.
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Course Affiliation and Certifications
Certified visual media programs with professional and academic recognition.
Creative Hut Institute offers professionally designed and academically structured programs in photography, cinematography, and visual media. Each course is carefully curated to match industry standards and prepare students for careers in creative arts and communication.
Upon successful completion, students receive a Professional Diploma Certificate awarded by the College, along with government-recognized certifications. The program is affiliated with the Kerala Government Technical Examination (K.G.T.E.) under the course title “KGTE Photography”. Additionally, students are eligible for the NSQF Level Certification offered by MESC (Media & Entertainment Skills Council), approved by NCVET (National Council for Vocational Education and Training).
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Why Creative Hut is India’s Real Residential Gurukul
Where students live and learn with mentors under one roof.
In Indian tradition, Guru means teacher and Kula means home. The Gurukul model is a close, residential learning community. Creative Hut brings this to life today, where students stay on campus with mentors, with food and accommodation provided for an immersive 24x7 learning experience.
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Life at Creative Hut | Celebrations, Creativity, and Community
From Festivals to Campfires, where culture meets creativity.
Beyond classes, campus life is full of festivals, film nights, and community events. Students gain friendships, confidence, and leadership through shared experiences.
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Students Portfolio | Photography
Real work. Real shoots. Real results.
Every student builds a portfolio through fieldwork, studio practice, and projects on various genre including wildlife, fashion, food, travel, product, and portraiture.
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Students Work | Documentary
Observational stories crafted from real lives and places.
Documentary practice builds observational storytelling, ethical interviewing, and contextual research. Students plan, conduct fieldwork, and shape narratives that balance character, context, and craft for screenings and competitions.
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Students Work | Short Film & Ad-Film
Narrative craft and brand storytelling from script to screen.
Short films and ad-films train learners in screenwriting, lighting, continuity, brand messaging, and delivery. Teams execute the full pipeline from story, storyboard, shot lists, schedule, principal photography, cinematography, edit, color, mix, and final output.
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Students Review
Real voices from alumni and parents.
Hear how students describe their time at Creative Hut, the Gurukul way of living, hands-on learning, and the personal growth they experienced. Each alumnus forms a pillar of Creative Hut. Explore our students’ testimonials below.
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Meet Our Alumni
Where our graduates are now.
Our graduates work as video editors, colorists, visual designers, cinematographers, photographers, visual content creators, AI content creators, and various other job roles across advertising companies, corporate companies, studios, agencies, OTT channels, hospitals, EdTech and production houses in India and abroad.
Many start through internship-to-placement pipelines built on campus projects and portfolio reviews, then grow into specialist roles and team leaders. Browse alumni profiles to see the roles, organizations, and the work that helped them get there.
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Alumni Success Stories
Real placements. Real growth.
Quick snapshots tracing the journey from classroom shoots to professional teams and paid assignments. See how strong fundamentals, disciplined practice and portfolio-first learning open doors.
Each story shares challenges faced, tools mastered, and the habits that turned portfolios into offers.
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Secure Your Seat
Limited seats. One decision that can shape your creative journey.
Admissions are open for our fully residential programs. If you’re passionate about photography, filmmaking, or visual media, apply today. Selection is first-come, first-served.
