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.
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
DETAILS OF THE ACTIVITY |
TYPE |
DATE |
VENUE |
Webinar on “3D modelling and animation by Mr. Vivek Borikar | Webinar | 28th August 2020 | Online |
Master Animation Summit 2020 | Webinar | 20th to 24 July 2020 | Online |
Webinar on “2D Character animation by Mr. Anand Bhutkr | Webinar | Online | |
Animation Master Summit 2021 | Webinar | 4th to 8th May 2021 | Online |
Introduction to 2D &3D Game Design and Development on using Unity Platform !! by Mr. Akshay Polas | Webinar | 26 th November 2020 | Online |
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 |
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 |
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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