MoU

Industry MoUs at SAFA

At SA Film Academy (SAFA), we believe cinema is best learned from those who live it every day.
Our Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading industry professionals in Direction, Cinematography, Sound Design, Editing, and allied crafts are partnerships that bring the film industry directly into the classroom.

These MoUs ensure that students gain:

  • Direct mentorship from working professionals
  • Industry-aligned curriculum shaped by real-world practices
  • Hands-on workshops, masterclasses, and live projects
  • Exposure to industry networks, internships, and career pathways
More than a formal agreement, an MoU at SAFA is a bridge between learning and doing—helping students transition confidently from classrooms to film sets.

Mr B. N. Swaminathan

Film Employees Federation of Southern India ( FEFSI )

Mr. B. N. Swaminathan is the General Secretary of the Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI), a major film technicians’ union representing thousands of workers in the Tamil film industry.

Mr B Lenin

Legendary Editor of Indian Cinema & 6-time National Award Winner

B. Lenin is a legendary Indian film editor, director, and writer whose work has shaped Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, and international cinema through masterful editing and socially resonant storytelling.

Mr M Perarasu

Tamil Nadu Thirai pada Iyyakunargal Sangam (TANTIS)

Perarasu is a prominent Indian film director and music director known for his blockbuster commercial films in Tamil cinema that resonate deeply with mass audiences.

Mr R. K. Selvamani

Film Employees Federation of Southern India ( FEFSI )

R. K. Selvamani is a celebrated Indian film director and storyteller best known for shaping Tamil cinema’s action-thriller and investigative genres with powerful narratives and gripping screenplays.

Mr S. Sai Bhaskar

Arton Music Studios

S. Sai Bhaskar is a talented music director, producer, and sound engineer with a strong foundation in film technology and music production.

Mr R. V. Uthayakumar

Tamil Nadu Thirai pada Iyyakunargal Sangam (TANTIS)

R. V. Udayakumar is a celebrated Indian film director, lyricist, and actor known for his influential contributions to Tamil cinema, especially in the 1990s with iconic rural and family dramas.

Mr Rajesh M Selva

HMR Studios Pvt. Ltd.

Rajesh M. Selva is a renowned filmmaker, writer, and director with a strong background in music and visual communication.

Mr Sab John Edathattil

JEMS-Screen Write

John (Sab John) Edathattil is one of South India’s leading screenwriters and story coaches, known for his powerful storytelling across Malayalam and Tamil cinema.

Mr Rajan E

Phantom Digital Effects Ltd.

Rajan E is the Chief Business Officer (CBO) at Phantom Digital Effects Limited, a leading global creative VFX and digital effects company.

Mr T Udhayakumar & Mr Renjith Venugopal

Sound Vibes Studios Pvt. Ltd.

T. Udhayakumar and Renjith Venugopal represent Sound Vibe Studios Pvt. Ltd., a professional sound studio specializing in advanced sound design, sound editing, and re-recording solutions for the media and entertainment industry.

Mr T Udhayakumar & Renjith Venugopal