📜 ISO 9001:2015 Certified🏆 UrbanPro #1 Bangalore1000+ Students · Est. 2016

Where Passion
Meets Profession

Bangalore's #1 Photography, Videography & Editing Academy

11 courses · 1 to 7 months · In-person at JP Nagar · 100m from Jayadeva Metro

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1000+
Students
4.9★
Rating
11
Courses
2016
Est.
Our Courses

11 Professional Courses for
Every Creative Goal

From 1-month foundations to a 7-month professional diploma. Find the course that fits your goal and timeline.

Professional Diploma in Photography & Videography
6 Months ⭐ Most Popular
Professional Diploma in Photography & Videography
Photography · Videography · Editing · AI Tools · Portfolio
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Diploma in Photography, Videography & Post Production Mastery
7 Months Most Advanced
Diploma in Photography, Videography & Post Production Mastery
Everything + DaVinci Deep Dive
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Professional Photography + Photo Editing
4 Months ⭐ Promoted
Professional Photography + Photo Editing
Complete photography workflow — capture to final delivery
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Photography + Videography + Video Editing
4 Months ⭐ Promoted
Photography + Videography + Video Editing
Photo + Video + Edit — one programme, every skill
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Post Production Mastery — Photo + Video Editing
3 Months ⭐ Promoted
Post Production Mastery — Photo + Video Editing
Photo + Video editing combined — 4 professional softwares
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Videography + Video Editing
3 Months ⭐ Promoted
Videography + Video Editing
The complete video career — shoot, edit, colour grade
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Professional Photography — 3 Months
3 Months
Professional Photography — 3 Months
Commercial · Wedding · Product · Portrait — all in one course
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Video Editing Mastery — 2 Months
2 Months ⭐ Promoted
Video Editing Mastery — 2 Months
Premiere Pro · DaVinci Resolve · Audition · AI Tools
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Foundations of Photography — 1 Month
1 Month
Foundations of Photography — 1 Month
Camera control · Lighting · Composition · Real studio shoots
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Photo Editing Course — 1 Month
1 Month
Photo Editing Course — 1 Month
Lightroom · Photoshop · Retouching · AI Tools — 1 month
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Videography Course — 1 Month
1 Month
Videography Course — 1 Month
Cinematography · Gimbal · Reels · Brand content
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Why Choose SMA

Why 1000+ Students
Chose SMA Bangalore

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ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Industry-recognised certificate accepted by studios and employers across India.

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Real Commercial Shoots

You shoot and edit real commercial, wedding and brand projects — not just exercises.

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Active Professional Trainers

All SMA trainers work in the industry with real commercial portfolios.

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Portfolio-Ready Graduates

You graduate with a complete professional portfolio — not just a certificate.

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Best Location in Bangalore

SA Heights, JP Nagar — 100m from Jayadeva Metro (Yellow + Pink Line).

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Placement Assistance

SMA connects graduates with studios, agencies and clients to start earning immediately.

Brand Workshops & Partnerships

Learn Directly from
Industry-Leading Brands

SMA students get exclusive access to workshops conducted by top camera brands — directly at our academy. Learn techniques and equipment handling from brand experts.

Mirrorless camera workshops & Alpha Series training
DSLR & EOS R system hands-on workshops
Z-series mirrorless & professional system training
X-series & film simulation creative workshops
Lens selection & advanced optics training for all mounts
Student Exclusive
Camera & Gear Discounts
After Enrolment
SMA students get exclusive deals from leading camera brands after joining our courses. Our counsellors will guide you on the best equipment and help you access these special offers.
📷Special pricing on Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm cameras
🔭Tamron lens deals exclusive to SMA students
💬Discuss with counsellors after enrolment for details
Beyond the Course

You Join a Community, Not Just a Course

When you enrol at SMA, you become part of a growing creative community that supports your career long after you graduate.

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Year-Wise WhatsApp Communities
Every batch gets their own exclusive WhatsApp community — connect with batchmates, share work, get feedback, and stay in touch with your trainers long after the course ends. Communities active since 2016.
Active since 2016
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Exclusive Job & Opportunities Group
Get access to our dedicated Job & Freelance group — where studios, brands, photographers and videographers post openings exclusively for SMA graduates. Real jobs, real opportunities.
Jobs posted regularly
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Lifelong Network of 1000+ Creators
Connect with 1000+ SMA alumni across Bangalore and beyond — photographers, videographers, editors and studio owners who collaborate, refer and support each other.
1000+ strong network

Ready to Start Your Creative Career?

Free counselling · No commitment · Walk-ins welcome Monday to Saturday at JP Nagar

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Student Reviews

What Our Students
Say About SMA

★★★★★

"The training at SMA changed my life completely. Real shoots, real feedback. I came as a beginner and left with a portfolio I am proud of."

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Arjun K.
Google Review · 6-Month Diploma
★★★★★

"Best investment I ever made. The fee came back in just 2 projects after graduating. Now earning consistently from photography."

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Sneha R.
JustDial · Photography Course
★★★★★

"Got a job at a wedding studio within 3 weeks of completing the Post Production course. Trainers are real professionals."

V
Vikram P.
Google Review · Post Production
Our Team

Friendly Trainers Who
Speak Your Language

Warm, approachable, multilingual trainers and counsellors — so you always feel comfortable learning at your pace.

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Multilingual Support
Our team speaks multiple South Indian and North Indian languages — so language is never a barrier to your learning.
KannadaTamilTeluguHindiMalayalamEnglish
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Specialised Expert Trainers
Dedicated specialist trainers for Photography, Videography and Editing — not generalists. Deep working industry experience in each domain.
📸 Photography Specialist
🎬 Videography Specialist
✂️ Post Production Specialist
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Friendly & Approachable
Our trainers and counsellors are known for being warm, patient and genuinely invested in every student's success — not just teaching and leaving.
"Language is never a hurdle at SMA. Come as you are — we'll guide you."
Real Stories

From Passion to Profession

Real students. Real careers. Real income. These are the stories of people who chose SMA.

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Rahul Menon
6-Month Professional Diploma
Before SMA
IT Support Engineer
After SMA
Wedding Photographer

"I was stuck in a job I hated. SMA gave me the confidence and skills to switch completely. Within 4 months of graduating I was doing paid wedding shoots."

💰 Now earning ₹45,000+/month
P
Priya Sharma
Video Editing Mastery
Before SMA
Housewife / Homemaker
After SMA
Freelance Video Editor

"I had no prior experience with computers or editing. The trainers at SMA were so patient and encouraging. Now I edit wedding films from home on my own schedule."

💰 Now earning ₹20,000+/month
K
Karthik Reddy
4-Month Photography + Editing
Before SMA
College Student
After SMA
Commercial Photographer

"I joined during my final semester. By the time I graduated from college, I already had 3 paying photography clients. SMA is the best investment I've made."

💰 Now earning ₹35,000+/month
📅 Upcoming Batch Start Dates
April 1, 2026
6-Month Professional Diploma
4 seats
April 7, 2026
Video Editing Mastery
6 seats
April 14, 2026
Photography + Photo Editing
5 seats
May 1, 2026
Post Production Mastery
8 seats
May 5, 2026
1-Month Foundations
6 seats
Visit academy or call for latest batch dates & availability
Your Certificate

ISO-Recognised Certificate

Every SMA graduate receives an ISO 9001:2015 certified diploma recognised by studios, agencies and employers across India.

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Sketch Media Academy
Certificate of Completion
Professional Diploma in Photography & Videography
ISO 9001:2015 MSME Reg. Est. 2016
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