PDP in Filmmaking Visual Effects
This program on Professional Development focuses on the various aspects of Filmmaking, specifically Live Action, 3D Animation, and Visual Effects. The initial module is centered around Art, Design, and Composition fundamentals. Students will then gain a comprehensive understanding of Photography and Filmmaking basics.
The second module encompasses CG Assets, Characters, Rigging, and Animation, all of which are crucial for creating VFX films. In the third module, students will delve into Dynamics and Tracking. Lastly, the fourth module combines CG elements with live action footage using timelines and a node-based compositing software. By the end of the program, students will develop a Visual Effects short film that incorporates both Live Action and CG.
Course Structure :
This program begins with a strong foundation in fundamentals of art and design, helping students understand visual balance, composition, color theory, and creative thinking. These basics are essential for building strong animation skills. Students develop drawing and perspective techniques to improve observation, depth understanding, and visual accuracy, which play a crucial role in character and environment creation. The course includes in depth training in character design and storyboarding, enabling students to conceptualize characters, plan scenes, and visualize stories effectively before animation production. Learners gain practical exposure to 2D classical and digital animation, focusing on animation principles, timing, movement, and expressive storytelling.
Career Opportunities
After completing this program, students can explore career opportunities across the animation and media industry. Graduates can work as 2D and 3D animators, creating engaging visuals for films, television, and digital platforms.
Career paths also include roles as visual effects artists, working on compositing and special effects for movies, commercials, and OTT content. Students with a creative interest in visual storytelling can pursue careers as character designers or background artists, contributing to animation studios and production houses. Opportunities are also available as motion graphics artists, designing dynamic visuals for branding, advertising, and digital media. With strong creative and technical skills, graduates can also grow as animation film makers.
Frequently Asked Question
Fundamentals of Art, Design & Filmmaking (6 Months)
• Computer Graphics
• Principles of Design
• Color Theory
• Story Board
• Filmmaking Foundation
• Screen Writing
• Cinematography
• Film Editing
• More etc…
3D Animation (6 Months)
• Texturing
• Lighting & Shading
• Rigging
• Animation
Dynamics & Visual Effects (6 Months)
• Technical Animation
• Liquid Simulation
• Motion Graphics
• Compositing
• Masking , Rotoscope
• Keying
• Tracking & Stabilize
Advanced Visual Effects & AR VR (6 Month)
• Paint
• Wire / Rig Removal
• Camera Projection
• Camera Tracking
• Re-lighting
• Colour Correction
• Compose 3D render passes
• 3D Tracking & Stabilizing
• Auto & Geometry tracking
• Track stereo footage
• Advance motion blur roto
• Planner Tracker
• Mocha Tracker
• Spinning and Occlusion
• Advanced Keying
• Complex Wire Removal
• Augment Reality and Virtual Reality