About the
Department

In modern times, Animation and VFX have taken a role of great significance in all disciplines, which has created a vast pool of career opportunities. The Department of Animation was established in 2017 under the Faculty of Art and Design. The Department offers 3-year Undergraduate and 2-year Postgraduate Programmes in Animation and Multimedia, which seek to develop within the students the relevant skill sets utilised in design and animation technologies. The focus is on understanding the modern trends in animation and multimedia, and motion graphics. The state-of-art infrastructure includes computer laboratories and studios which include a designated film studio where students can learn the practical aspects of 2D graphic design, 3D animation, stop motion, 2D Animation, photography, new experimental animation, sound, video editing, and VFX. The teaching methodologies equip the students with a thorough understanding of creativity, technology, and an innovative mindset that makes them ready for the industry.

To provide an innovative approach to education with the amalgamation of Animation, Multimedia technology and entrepreneurial skills for various sectors of the Animation industry.

HOD Message

One of the best aspects of our Department is the Unity Centre of Excellence which provides a fantastic opportunity for students to be a part of a gaming platform and see their work on a large screen.

Vishwakarma University, Pune, has a one-of-its-kind Animation & Game Production Studio where students can become industry-ready professionals.

The Programmes offered by the Department allow students to learn from experts and get industry exposure. Our faculty has nearly 30 years of combined industry experience. Our comprehensive syllabus, which matches international standards and state-of-the-art infrastructure, makes Vishwakarma University one of India's best destinations for Animation Education.
Our focus is not just on teaching software but also on developing students' skills and creativity.

Mr. Mandar Naik

Mr. Mandar Naik

Programme Details

BA (Hons) Psychology

B. A. - Animation and Multimedia

Undergraduate Programmes




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Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctoral Programmes




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Academic Infrastructure

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Departmental Activities

DETAILS OF THE ACTIVITY

TYPE

DATE

VENUE

REPORT

Animation Master Summit 2021 Webinar 4 to 8 / 5 / 2021 Online Click Here
Webinar on “3D modelling and animation by Mr. Vivek Borikar Webinar 28/8/2020 Online Click Here
Master Animation Summit 2020 Webinar 20 to 24 / 7 / 2020 Online Click Here
Webinar on “2D Character animation by Mr. Anand Bhutkr Webinar Online Click Here
Introduction to 2D &3D Game Design and Development on using Unity Platform !! by Mr. Akshay Polas Webinar 26/11/2020 Online Click Here


Industry Connect

PROJECT TITLE

INDUSTRY/ INSTITUTE NAME

NATURE OF COLLABORATION (STUDENT PROJECT/ INTERNSHIP/ RESEARCH PROJECT/ CONSULTANCY ETC.

NO.OF STUDENTS/ FACULTIES INVOLVED

Creative bamboo machan 3D design Bamboo Tales Internship & Projects 6 Students & 1 Faculty
2D Animation for social media 24 media fusion (P) LTD Internship & Projects 10 Students
Security Animated movie creation project Quick Heal Projects 10 Students
Covid Prevention Guidelines project for kids safety VU Projects 5 Students & 3 Faculty
Raigad fort information for project MindMatrix Technologies Pune, Projects 5 Students & 1 Faculty

Advisory Board


NAME OF THE MEMBER 

ROLE 

AFFILIATION

Dr. Avadhut Atre

Chairman

Dean, Faculty of Art and Design Vishwakarma University, Pune

Mr. Abhijeet Nene .

Member

Director, Aroha Media

Ms. Aditi Deo

Member

Design Head, Doodle Factory

Mr. Amit Danait

Member

Founder, A&I Digest

Mr. Bharat Oswal

Member

Chief Happiness Officer, Botree Communications Private Limited

Ms. Dhara Kabaria

Member

Founder & Co-owner, Studio Alternatives

Ms. Karishma Shah

Member

Creative Director, Ka-Sha

Mr. Mangesh Lohapatre

Member

Founder Director, Studio Mars Pvt. Ltd.

Mr. Saagar Lalka

Member

Founder, Skill Key India

Ms. Seema Rungta

Member

Founder & Co-owner, Seema Rungta Studio

Mr. Vikrant Aragade

Member

Director, 24 Media Films

Mr. Vivek Pawar

Member

Founder & Co-owner, Vivz Finishing School Mr. India

Mr. Dhruva Paknikar

Member

Founder, Executive Director, DOMINIX Global Design Pvt. Ltd.

Ms. Chaitrali Dhole

Member

Director- UX Design, Ogee Studio

Mr. Rishikesh Raut

Member

Founder & Principal Designer, Bucket Design Pune

Prof. Amol Randive

Member

Head - Placement and Career Progression Office, Vishwakarma University Pune

Prof. Reena Pandey

Invitee

HoD - Fashion, Vishwakarma University Pune

Prof. Prashant Acharya

Invitee

HoD - Design, Vishwakarma University Pune

Prof. Rahul Honrao

Invitee

HoD - Interior Spaces, Vishwakarma University Pune

Prof. Mandar Naik

Invitee

HoD - Animation, Vishwakarma University Pune

Prof. Omkar Rane

Member Secretary

HoD - Product Design, Vishwakarma University Pune

 

Board of Studies

NAME OF THE MEMBER

AFFILIATION

DESIGNATION

Prof. Reena Pandey Chairperson and HOD Chairperson
Ms. Karishma Shahani Creative Director, Ka- Sha Member
Dr. Rachna Vishwanathan SNDT University Member
Mr. Sujit Joshi Freelance Fashion Designer Member
Ms. Priyanka Pawar Industry Expert Member
Mr. Jiten Giri Designer, Gitanjali Group Member
Ms. Shubhangi Shinde Academic & Industry Expert Member
Ms Nisha Khandekar Faculty Member Invitee
Ms. Vaishali Wagh Faculty Member Invitee

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