🎓 Faculty & Mentors
Guiding Minds Behind Creative Excellence
At Universal Film Academy, we believe that great filmmakers are shaped by great mentors. Our strength lies in a dynamic team of passionate educators, accomplished artists, and industry professionals who bring a blend of academic expertise and real-world filmmaking experience into the classroom.
Our faculty members are not only teachers — they are active directors, writers, cinematographers, editors, and performers who mentor students to discover their own artistic voice. With personalized attention, hands-on training, and creative collaboration, our mentors ensure every student develops the professional confidence needed for a successful career in cinema, television, and media.
🎬 Core Faculty
Our core academic team forms the creative foundation of the Academy.
They guide students through every aspect of filmmaking — from concept to screen.
Film Direction Faculty: Experienced filmmakers who train students in visual storytelling, script breakdown, and creative execution.
Acting Faculty: Theatre and screen actors focusing on expression, movement, and camera performance.
Cinematography Faculty: Experts in camera techniques, lighting, and visual composition.
Editing & Sound Faculty: Skilled editors and sound engineers emphasizing rhythm, mood, and sound design.
Production & Management Faculty: Professionals teaching budgeting, scheduling, and production workflows.
🌟 Visiting Industry Mentors
To bridge education with real-world exposure, the Academy invites leading film directors, producers, actors, and technicians from the Indian and international film industry.
Through masterclasses, workshops, and interactive sessions, these mentors provide invaluable insights into current industry practices, trends, and innovations.
Our guest mentors have contributed to award-winning projects across cinema, OTT platforms, and theatre — inspiring students to think beyond boundaries.
🎥 Alumni & Mentorship Network
Our mentorship continues even beyond the classroom.
Graduates of Universal Film Academy stay connected through a professional network that fosters collaboration, project opportunities, and career guidance.
Alumni often return as mentors, sharing their journeys from student filmmakers to creative professionals in the industry.
🧠 Our Philosophy
We believe mentorship is not just about teaching — it’s about transforming potential into performance.
Every faculty member at Universal Film Academy is committed to nurturing creativity, discipline, and passion — empowering each student to become a confident, innovative storyteller ready to make their mark in the global film community.