Passion, creativity and excellence

Application process

Have you put your mind on which program you are willing to take?

To apply for a Bachelor program, please send the documents listed below to Alex at: aciocan@3is.fr and don’t forget to indicate which program you’re applying for.

  • Copy of your passport
  • Identity photo
  • Transcripts and/ or your most recent degree
  • English certificate (not required for native English speakers)
  • Resume
  • Cover letter or personal statement (no more than 2 pages)
  • Creative portfolio (optional for Bachelor’s applicants)
  • Letter of recommendation (optional)

We cannot wait to meet you at 3iS Paris West Campus!

 

To apply for a Master program, please send the documents listed below to Jean at: jmbodj@3is.fr and don’t forget to indicate which program you’re applying for.

  • Copy of your passport
  • Identity photo
  • Transcripts and/ your most recent degree
  • English certificate (not required for native English speakers)
  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • Creative portfolio
  • Letter of recommendation (optional)

We cannot wait to meet you at 3iS Paris West Campus!

 

*If you experience any technical issues, do not hesitate to contact us at: international@3is.fr

 

** if you have questions, please fill the form below and we will be happy to get back to you!

We advise all candidates to apply as early as possible after doing sufficient research into the course.

Application deadline

Bachelor programs : 
 
Non EU/ Non-Schengen Area applicants (visa-seeking students) : 22nd July 2024
 
EU or Schengen Area applicants (students who don't need a visa) : 26th August 2024
 
Master programs : 
 
Non EU/ Non-Schengen Area applicants (visa-seeking students) : 19th August 2024
 
EU or Schengen Area applicants (students who don't need a visa) : 23rd September 2024

To be eligible, students must meet the following admission requirements:

  1. For Bachelor’s programs: High School diploma or equivalent.
    For Master’s programs: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

  2. Demonstrate proficiency in English (minimum B2 level) to be able to follow the program.

    IELTS: 5.5                     TOEFL: 72                    Linguaskill (Bulats): 60
    TOEIC: 785                   Duolingo: 95               Cambridge English Qualifications: 160

 

Students can also prove proficiency by submitting a certificate from their previous institution stating that their previous degree was taught entirely in English.

Before applying, please make sure you have the relevant required supporting documents, preferably in pdf format, ready to upload:

  1. Copy of your passport

     

  2. Identity photo

     

  3. Transcripts and/or last degree

     

  4. English certificate

     

  5. Resume

     

  6. Cover letter / Personal statement

     

  7. Creative portfolio (optional for Bachelor’s applicants)

  8. Recommendation letter (optional)
  1. Take the time to think about and structure what you want to say before you start writing your statement. Write a first draft and then hone your text. It should flow well and your arguments should be clearly structured.

  2. Remember it’s a personal statement. Find out about 3iS beforehand, go to an Open Day, read up on the school’s identity, its atmosphere, its facilities, and also learn about the program you want to apply to. Be authentic. Highlight what makes you different from other candidates (your enthusiasm, extracurricular activities, etc.). All of these aspects make your application more personalized, boosting your chances of standing out and giving you a major advantage among applicants.

  3. Be concise. Although your personal statement mustn’t be too short (we need more to go on than just a couple of paragraphs), make it to the point and avoid sentences that are too long.

  4. Proofread. Proper spelling is a sign that you take yourself seriously and are invested in the outcome. A personal statement with spelling mistakes will not reflect well on your application.

  5. Presentation matters! Make sure your personal statement is clean and legible. Before you send off your application, it’s a good idea to have someone you know read it over—an external viewpoint is always helpful.
  1. Showcase your artistic identity. Your portfolio should bear the stamp of your personality and highlight what makes you you. Let your identity shine through your application.

  2. Explain your artwork. Alongside each piece of work, put a little text that describes your approach, the techniques you used and your artistic intention.

  3. Showcase various artistic expressions. Feel free to add other formats such as videos, photos, sound recordings, etc.

  4. Remember, less is more. We want to see quality, not quantity. Select your most significant artistic projects, and the ones that are most relevant to the program you’re applying for. Then organize your portfolio so it shows how you’ve developed artistically.

  5. Presentation matters! Your portfolio is a reflection of the quality of your work and of your artistic potential. It’s an indication of how seriously you take yourself and your application—so make sure it shows the best of you.

PLEASE GET BACK TO ME

Klaudia TWAROG - Director of the International Department

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Director of the International Department
ktwarog@3is.fr
+33 1.84.74.00.52

jean mbodj - International Department Assistant

JEAN MBODJ

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International Department Assistant
jmbodj@3is.fr
+33 1.85.53.30.52

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International Department Assistant
aciocan@3is.fr
+33 1.84.74.00.52

NOUHA REBAI

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International Affairs Manager
nrebai@3is.fr
+33 1.85.53.30.52

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International Affairs Manager
kgoulart@3is.fr
+33 1.84.74.00.52

sound operator

CHIEF SOUND OPERATOR

The assistant producer is the producer’s most important colleague. He or she is responsible for all aspects of planning the film shoot or audio-visual program and ensures that all stages of the project run smoothly. During the preparation phase, the production assistant analyzes the production project or script, writes the technical data sheets and draws up a work plan for the shoot in collaboration with the production manager. During filming, the assistant producer adjusts the work plan, organizes the direction, writes the call sheet and organizes and supervises the recruitment of extras where necessary.

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

The director of photography is responsible for the lighting and photography in filmmaking. They contribute to shaping the esthetic aspects of a film and the image rendition, showcasing the topic and actors to best effect. They design the visuals based on the script and in discussion with the director. During shooting, their work focuses on lighting the shots to be filmed. At the end of shooting, the director of photography oversees color correction and may be involved in the finishing process.

BOOM OPERATOR

Production sound mixer’s assistant and is in charge of the microphone placement.

SOUND DIRECTOR

The sound director installs, regulates and maintains sound equipment for live use. He or she manages a team of technicians who help install and make changes to the set. As team leader, the sound director writes a technical file (technical data sheet, planning and budget) and is responsible for mixing in real time.

SOUND MIXER

The Sound Mixer is responsible for recording all sound recording on set during the filmmaking or television production using professional audio equipment.

MASTER CONTROL OPERATOR

Master control or playout is the department responsible for broadcasting programs on one or more television channels. Its mission is to ensure program continuity and quality while adhering to the planned schedules.

PHOTOJOURNALIST

A photojournalist is a reporter who specializes in news photography and filming. They are skilled in gathering, assessing and using audiovisual footage. They need the technical ability to take pictures, along with the initiative and judgment of a journalist. They work in the field solo or with a crew.

EDITOR

In the post-production phase, editing consists in making artistic choices in compiling, selecting and assembling the frames and sounds to make sequences, then synchronizing the image sequences with the soundtrack.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

The assistant director is the director’s closest collaborator, responsible for planning film or TV program shoots and ensuring they run smoothly at every stage. During the preparation phase, the assistant director breaks down the production plan or script, writing the technical sheets and drawing up a shooting schedule alongside the production manager. During shooting, they adjust scheduling, organize the staging, draw up the call sheet, and oversee the hiring of extras where necessary.

SOUND EDITOR

The Sound Editor selects and assembles sound recordings in preparation for the final sound mixing or mastering of a television program, motion picture, video game, or any production involving recorded or synthetic sound).

CAMERA OPERATOR

The camera operator is responsible for framing the shots and coordinating the camera’s movements, taking instruction from the director on the artistic side and from the director of photography on the technical side. They ensure that images are sharp, well composed and stable. There are also various camera operator roles in the production of one-off TV broadcasts, which are not covered here

HEAD CAMERA OPERATOR

Works solo or with a crew, and/or under a director’s leadership to ensure perfect framing and image quality, and to capture and record sequences of images on video or other digital media.
script supervisor

SCRIPT SUPERVISOR

Working alongside the director, the script supervisor oversees the continuity of the motion picture during all stages of filming and production. They seek to maintain coherence between the scenes and ensure that what’s being filmed matches the written script. They are also responsible for keeping track of the film production unit’s daily progress.

MOVIE/TV/VIDEO/CORPORATE
FILM DIRECTOR

The director gives a film or audiovisual program its shape. They are involved in setting up the project, direct the filming, and steer editing and mixing choices in post-production.

SCRIPTWRITER

Cinema, series, clip or advertisement, the scriptwriter creates stories to arouse viewers’ curiosity. Whether creating or adapting a story, the scriptwriter is a fully-fledged author who draws on multiple references, either literary or from everyday life. Working alone or as part of a team, the scriptwriter starts by drafting a synopsis (summary of the story) which develops into an increasingly detailed plot. The dialog continuity is therefore a very precise document indicating the plans for a scene, their duration, the positioning of the camera, and so on. In order to set the pace, the scriptwriter cuts the narrative into sequences that often correspond to a change of scenery, time or action. The scriptwriter may also write the dialogs for a film and is sometimes its director.

Assistant-director

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

The first assistant director (AD) is the director’s right hand. They handle the logistics of running the set during production and are the liaison between the director and the rest of the crew. They create and manage the shooting schedule and shot lists, coordinating with all department heads.

POST-PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

The post-production technician coordinates and liaises between the production team, the director and the technical team responsible for post-production. They plan and monitor the various stages of post-production. On completion, they draw up the accounts, invoicing the client and paying personnel. Depending on how the company is organized, the post-production manager may be responsible for drawing up estimates. They may also perform catalog management tasks for rights holders who have entrusted this to a third-party company. They may work on movies, standalone or serial TV dramas, documentaries, and even throwaway programs such as magazine shows and news reports.
sound operator

SOUND OPERATOR

The Sound operator assembles, operates and maintains the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound. Identify the sound requirements for a given task or situation and perform the appropriate actions to produce this sound.

CHIEF SOUND ENGINEER

The Chief Sound Engineer assembles, operates and maintains the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound).
assistant producer

ASSISTANT PRODUCER

The assistant producer is the producer’s most important colleague. He or she is responsible for all aspects of planning the film shoot or audio-visual program and ensures that all stages of the project run smoothly. During the preparation phase, the production assistant analyzes the production project or script, writes the technical data sheets and draws up a work plan for the shoot in collaboration with the production manager. During filming, the assistant producer adjusts the work plan, organizes the direction, writes the call sheet and organizes and supervises the recruitment of extras where necessary.
Gaffer

GAFFER

boomer

BOOMER

The boomer is also known as the sound assistant and works with the chief sound operator during filming. He or she is responsible for placing the main microphone and works in all types of structure: studios, auditoriums, mobile units, sound trucks, film sets, concert halls, radio, television, etc.

Production assistant

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

There are a wide variety of sections of the entertainment industry that a Production Assistant may decide to work in. Film Production Assistants may serve on the set of a motion picture, running errands for Directors and Producers and informing Actors and Crew Members of their call times. They are integral to a shoot whether it’s for a film, TV show, music video, or commercial.

special-effect-supervisor

SPECIAL EFFECTS SUPERVISOR

EDITOR

The editor plays a vital role in creating a documentary, a work of cinematic fiction or a report, guaranteeing the narrative coherence of the film while respecting its production style. The editor’s aim is to hold the spectator’s attention by selecting the best images from the film rushes. He or she organizes the elements, both images and sounds, which will create meaning and provides them with a dramatic narrative and construction. The editor works closely with the producer after filming. Editors increasingly use virtual audio-visual editing software such as AVID Media Composer and Premiere Pro.

sound recordist

SOUND RECORDIST

Grip

GRIP

camera operator

CAMERA OPERATOR

The camera operator plays a vital role in cinema direction and is responsible for shot composition and camera movement. Also referred to as the cameraman or camerawoman, this image professional must have a rigorous sense of composition, attention to detail (actor movement, depth of field, lighting, etc.) as well as a thorough knowledge of the equipment and the ability to work with the stagehand. The camera operator is supported by assistants who prepare the camera and accessories required for filming the shots in addition to focusing the image.

CHIEF EDITOR

The chief editor directs the post-production team (assistant, editor, calibrator). They guarantee the film’s narrative consistency and ensures its style and final pace, in close collaboration with the director. The editor selects the best images from the shooting rushes in order to keep spectators in suspense. They organize the elements that give the film its meaning: images and sounds, by ensuring drama in the writing and structure.

CHIEF CAMERA OPERATOR

The chief camera operator is the director’s second-in-command and is responsible for the artistic quality of the image (framing, lighting). From the start of preparations for the film, they check the consistency of the director’s wishes with the audio-visual means available. During filming, the chief camera operator directs the image team (assistant operator, camera operator) in collaboration with the chief stage-hand for lighting, framing and image composition.

PRODUCTION DIRECTOR

The production director organizes and monitors the project, from preparation to delivery. They recruit a team, negotiate with each member and set up contracts. The production director collaborates directly with the executive producer and is assisted in this by the general studio manager, the production administrator and the first assistant director.

DIRECTOR

The director is often the originator of a film project and orchestrates its shooting and creation. They cast an artistic eye over it at all stages, providing direction for the actors, the chief camera operator and the chief sound operator, and coordinating their work with the help of one or more assistants. In auteur cinema, the director generally writes the screenplay and is sometimes involved in production. On a television set, they manage a technical team and decide on the positioning of cameras filming simultaneously. In the control room, the director sets the pace and selects the images to be used (live or recorded).

SCREENWRITER

Cinema, series, clip or advertisement, the scriptwriter creates stories to arouse viewers’ curiosity. Whether creating or adapting a story, the scriptwriter is a fully-fledged author who draws on multiple references, either literary or from everyday life. Working alone or as part of a team, the scriptwriter starts by drafting a synopsis (summary of the story) which develops into an increasingly detailed plot. The dialog continuity is therefore a very precise document indicating the plans for a scene, their duration, the positioning of the camera, and so on. In order to set the pace, the scriptwriter cuts the narrative into sequences that often correspond to a change of scenery, time or action. The scriptwriter may also write the dialogs for a film and is sometimes its director.

SOUND DESIGNER

The sound designer is a combination of composer, acoustician and sound engineer and produces background noise, sound effects and music on demand according to precise specifications.

VIDEO OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN

The video operations technician may work in a variety of environments: on set, in a natural outdoor setting, or in a television studio control room. The video operations technician installs the shooting equipment, adjusts the projectors and spotlights, and ensures that a live TV program is appearing on screen. They also videorecord sequences, manage equipment maintenance and take part in technical installation and investment projects.

STUDIO TECHNICIAN

In the studio, the sound technician is the engineer’s assistant. Their role involves preparing for the session: setting up instruments, greeting the artistes, installing the microphone kit, cabling and testing. In the booth, they configure the console and recording software.