CREATIVE FAMILY
INDIA’S PREMIER RESIDENTIAL
VISUAL MEDIA AND
PHOTOGRAPHY COLLEGE
FOUNDED IN 2007 — a place where creative minds live and learn together. A 100% residential visual media college with full-time mentorship, modern facilities, and cultural roots.
Want to learn Photography & Cinematography?
Creative Hut is India’s premier residential media Gurukul offering hands-on training in photography, cinematography, and AI visual storytelling. Master 12+ specialisations, drone & gimbal gear, and professional editing tools — with 100% placement support. Join students from all over India with classes in English, Hindi, and Malayalam.
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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.
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 cinematography 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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Professional Diploma in Communication Design
Where Visual Vocabulary Meets Communication Design — Design, Photography, Cinematography & Visual Media
The one-year residential diploma in Communication Design combines visual communication, visual language, and storytelling with practical training in photography, cinematography, motion design, and digital media. Students develop a powerful visual vocabulary while learning how to design messages that resonate across print, screen, and social platforms—through live projects, critiques, and portfolio-building experiences aligned with industry standards.
The program equips graduates with expertise in identity systems, digital branding, content creation, photo and video production, and presentation design—preparing them for diverse creative careers in design studios, media agencies, production houses, advertising firms, and independent practice.
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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—students stay on campus with mentors, with food and accommodation provided for an immersive 24/7 learning experience.
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Life at Creative Hut – Celebrations, Creativity, and Community
From Onam 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 genre projects — 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 treatments, 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, blocking, lighting, continuity, brand messaging, and delivery. Teams execute the full pipeline—story, storyboard, shot lists, schedule, principal photography, 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. Reviews come directly from alumni on Google and our site.
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Meet Our Alumni
Where our graduates are now.
Our graduates work as video editors, colorists, visual designers, cinematographers, photographers and content creators across 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 leads. 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.
