2. VFX and Animation
  3. Degree in Visual Effects and Animation for Film and TV (Pune)
  2. VFX and Animation
  3. Degree in Visual Effects and Animation for Film and TV (Pune)

DEGREE IN VISUAL EFFECTS AND ANIMATION FOR FILM AND TV (PUNE)

What do international blockbusters and critically-acclaimed motion pictures such as the How to Train Your Dragon series, Game of Thrones, Spiderman, Kung Fu Panda, Interstellar, Penguins of Madagascar, Frozen, and our Indian creations like Bahubali and Roadside Romeo have in common?

They all are either partly or fully animated, and some (if not all) of the animation efforts that went into these globally successful shows and films was carried out right here – in India. The trend for visual effects and animation courses in India has been to focus solely on the software, but for the first time, you can now undertake a course that covers the wide ambit of visual effects and animation in both television and filmmaking.

Our VFX courses in Pune, India are designed, curated and headed by some of the top names in India’s animation industry. Our curriculum is designed to teach students everything from the basics to the most specialized aspects of this industry. Our professional VFX and animation institute in Pune develops students into fully qualified VFX artists with experience in 2D and 3D Animation, Compositing, Lighting, and Live Action Shooting, using software like After Effects and NUKE. Our state of the art equipment which includes Chroma key and Sound Studios makes us a leading choice to get your degree in VFX and animation in Pune.As one would expect with any top VFX professional course, you will have opportunities to intern at some of the best studios and develop your own professional demo reel before our placement support team helps you find work in the visual effects industry.

Duration
  • 3 Years
Eligibility
  • 12th/ High School / Equivalent
Awards (On Completion)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Visual Effects & Animation for Film & TV) degree from a UGC recognized University in Pune.
  • A Qualification Pack (QP) certificate from MESC (Media & Entertainment Skills Council)

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  • CURRICULUM
  • SOFTWARE YOU WILL LEARN
  • CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
  • FAQs
  • Basic to advance sketching, including perspective, background, organic anatomy and storyboarding
  • Pre-production for shots, including camera angles, story writing and storyboarding
  • Creating 3D environment according to VFX shot and camera handling for shoots
  • Creating 3D assets and characters with photorealistic textures for VFX shots and creating 3D lighting according to VFX shot (to match the real setup)
  • Industry workshops every month, which help students to understand what is currently happening in the industry
  • Animation Day where students come together and create amazing special effects using chroma screen
  • In-depth understanding of Matte Painting (background) for 3D shots
  • Students get to learn 2D compositing which includes live action footage and 3D effects, and 3D compositing, including composition of 2D shots and 3D assets
  • Opportunities to work with Toolbox Studio
  • Working with film and sound students to create a holistic project and getting insights into sound and live action films
  • 3D stereoscopy to create 3D videos, including depth, 2D and 3D
  • Create live action short film or advertisement by using 3D assets and 2D live action footage, including visual effects and 3D animation
  • Software covered: Maya, Mudbox, Photoshop, After Effects and Silhouette
Semester 1
  • Design Principles (Elements / Principles / Sketching)
  • Graphic Design
  • 2D design
  • Language
  • History of Art and Animation
Semester 2
  • Art styles
  • 3D Prop Modeling
  • 2D Art (Concept Art and 2D Assets Creation)
  • Floral Designing / Mosaic
  • Fundamentals of Compositing
  • Roto and Paint
Semester 3
  • Character Modeling
  • Media & Psychology
  • Texturing and shading
  • 2D Animation
  • Camera Tracking and Matchmove
  • Project – Live Action and Presentation
  • Media Law and Ethics
Semester 4
  • Advanced 3D Modeling
  • Skinning and Rigging
  • 3D Animation
  • Advanced Compositing
  • Project – Pre-Production and Presentation
  • Photography / Film Appreciation
Semester 5
  • Dynamics
  • Lighting and Rendering
  • Video Editing
  • Project – Animation and VFX and Presentation
  • Stop Motion Animation
  • Sound Design / Voice Modulation
Semester 6
  • VFX Project and Viva
  • 3D Project and Viva
  • Project Management
  • Environmental Study
  • Soft Skill
  • Maya
  • Nuke/Fusion
  • Photoshop
  • After effects
  • Premier Pro
  • Equalizer
  • Silhoutte
  • Mudbox/Z-brush
Post-Production Artist
  • Compositing Artist
  • Rotomation Artist
  • 3D Modeler & Texturing Artist
  • Motion Graphic Artist
  • Match Move Artist
  • 3D Lighting & Rendering Artist
  • 3D Animator
  • Effects Artist
  • Matte Painting Artist
  • Roto Artist
  • 2D Paint Artist
Pre-production Artist
  • Storyboard Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Concept Artist
  • Layout Artist
Will I be able to do this course if I do not have any knowledge of drawing?
Yes, you can. We cover even the basics of drawing and so do not require you to have any prior knowledge of drawing.
Is there scope for a career in VFX and Animation in India
The VFX industry in India is big and is growing exponentially every day. In fact, Indian studios are now acquiring studios in Hollywood and setting up facilities across the world. As with any growing industry, there are new jobs to be had in the VFX field in India, careers to be made and some serious competition!
What software will I learn to use as a part of this course?
The main software you will be using as a part of this course is Photoshop, MonkyJam, Aftereffects, Autodesk Maya, Nuke and Matchmover. You will also use other software like Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint as a part of the course.
How much access will I have to equipment?
The institute maintains the best ratio of equipment for students to their practical’s or project. Depending on the program, students check out their camera and lighting packages on a daily basis, for weekend shoots, or for one and two weeks on longer productions. The editing lab is open till late night for students.
What is the importance of VFX in Animation?
Visual effects are mostly focused on the augmentation or modification of live action but visual effects artists and tools are also used for: Video games, Pre-visualization, 2D to 3D conversion, Special venues and multimedia (in addition of course to films, television and commercials). It is also used in computer graphics animated films (Pixar, DreamWorks, Sony Animation, etc.), mostly to give a more realistic aspect to the animation. With Animation advancing into an almost life-like era VFX is the perfect way to go about it.
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Suhasini Yadav

Enigma Virtulux
Different from all other colleges.. With all the guest lectures & the availability of equipments and the focus on the practical knowledge makes it perfect for the students who try to pursue career in fields like journalism, gaming, sound, photography and film. A proper guidance towards the career is given by the faculty.
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Suhasini Yadav

Enigma Virtulux
Different from all other colleges.. With all the guest lectures & the availability of equipments and the focus on the practical knowledge makes it perfect for the students who try to pursue career in fields like journalism, gaming, sound, photography and film. A proper guidance towards the career is given by the faculty.
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Suhasini Yadav

Enigma Virtulux
Different from all other colleges.. With all the guest lectures & the availability of equipments and the focus on the practical knowledge makes it perfect for the students who try to pursue career in fields like journalism, gaming, sound, photography and film. A proper guidance towards the career is given by the faculty.

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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

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Program Leads

Arindam Das

Sr. Faculty – Department of VFX

Abid Shaikh

HOA – Department of Game Art, Design and Development

Smita Adagale

Sr. Faculty – Department of Game Art & VFX