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Art Director Card
Official Identity Card for Art Director in India
Official Membership Card for Art Director in the Indian Film & TV Industry
11,000+Registered Members
Since 1999Serving Artists
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Soft copy delivered within 1 hour · Hard copy at your doorstep in 1–7 days
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Quick Answer
Art Director Card is an official professional membership card issued by the Cine TV Artist Welfare Association (CTAWA) for art director working in bollywood and hindi film productions and similar performers in the Indian film and television industry. It costs ₹1999, is valid Pan-India, provides legal protection against payment fraud, and is delivered as a soft copy within 1 hour and a hard copy within 1–7 days.
About This Card
What Is a Art Director Card?
An Art Director Card is a registered membership card for professional art director working in the Indian entertainment industry. It officially identifies you as a working member of the art and design department responsible for the visual world of a film or show, responsible for designing sets, costumes, and visual elements that bring a director's creative vision to life on screen. This card is valid for productions across Bollywood, regional cinema, television serials, and OTT platforms.
An Art Director Card is the official professional identity document issued by the Cine TV Artist Welfare Association (CTAWA) for art director professionals working in Indian film and television productions. As part of the art and design department responsible for the visual world of a film or show, this card provides you with official recognition and legal protection throughout your career.
Eligibility
Who Should Apply for a Art Director Card?
The Art Director Card is open to all professional artists and performers working across the Indian entertainment industry. If you fall in any of the categories below, this card is for you.
- Art Director working in Bollywood and Hindi film productions
- Art Director working in regional language cinema across India
- Art Director working on television serials and daily soaps
- Art Director working on OTT web series and digital productions
- Freelance art director taking up project-based assignments
- New entrants training to become professional art director
- Experienced art director seeking official industry recognition
Why CTAWA
Benefits of a Art Director Card
When you register with the Cine TV Artist Welfare Association, you are not just getting a card — you are getting a legal shield, a professional identity, and access to a community of 11,000+ registered artists across India.
Official Professional Identity
Your Art Director Card proves you are a verified, registered professional in the art and design department responsible for the visual world of a film or show — adding credibility with producers and production houses.
Contract Guidance
Receive guidance on reading contracts and protecting yourself from unfair clauses before signing any production agreement.
Pan-India Recognition
Valid across all major production hubs — Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, and Bengaluru.
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Questions & Answers
Frequently Asked Questions — Art Director Card
Everything you need to know about the Art Director Card before you apply.
What is an Art Director Card in India?
An Art Director Card is an official membership card issued by CTAWA to professional art director working in Indian film and television. It serves as a verified identity document and provides legal protection against payment fraud and contract violations.
Who should apply for an Art Director Card?
Any professional working as art director in Bollywood, regional cinema, TV serials, or OTT productions in India should apply for an Art Director Card for legal protection and industry recognition.
Does an Art Director Card guarantee work or job placement?
No. The card is strictly for professional identity and legal protection. Work opportunities depend on your skills, experience, and industry connections, just like with any other production role.
Is the Art Director Card valid across all Indian states?
Yes. The CTAWA Art Director Card is valid Pan-India and recognized across all major film and television production centers in the country.
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Apply for the Art Director Card — Official CTAWA Membership
Don't work without legal protection. Apply today and receive your Art Director Card within 1 hour (soft copy) and 1–7 working days (hard copy delivered to your doorstep).
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