Arvind Kannabiran

Cinematographer

MA, Media Studies

Arvind is a distinguished director of photography in India. His work includes cinematography on the groundbreaking feature film “My Brother…Nikhil” about the famous swimmer Nikhil Kapoor (Suri), who deals with the repercussions of announcing the fact that he has HIV/AIDS; the award-winning feature NH10, and many others.

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The MA in Media Studies gives students experience in creative media making, critical analysis, and entrepreneurialism. The Media Management MS offers the practical experience you need to succeed in today's media industries. The Documentary Studies Certificate program provides an opportunity to study documentary filmmaking in a small, tightly focused program. The Media Management Certificate Program provides a strong foundation of management principles and leadership skills to find work in the ever-changing global media landscape.