Cinematographers

An interview with Rajiv Jain Cinematographer

by sudeshkumar on Dec 16, 2009

An interview with Rajiv Jain Cinematographer An interview with Rajiv Jain, Indian Cinematographer and owner of Rajiv Jain Films, Cinematography and Grips – Dubai - Mumbai - Nairobi. Q: What is your job title? Where are you employed? A: Director’s cameraman, director of photography. I have my own company, Rajiv Jain Films, Cinematography and Grips, and I’ve been doing it for about twenty-five years. Q: How long have you been a cinematographer? A: I’ve been doing it for several years, but I started my own company at about 2005. Q: What type of training did you have to become a cinematographer? A: I went to the Bhartendu Academy of Dramatic Arts.  I had a two-year diploma degree in theatre arts. That put me into a position to see how the industry has changed a lot. Coming out of college, kids should just start their own company.  First, they should decide what they want to do in the industry and then go for it. The...Read More >>