2 Year Diploma in Visual Effects

Course Highlights

🎬 Designed for the Cinema Visual Effects Industry – Master VFX, AI-driven effects, Virtual Production, and Advertising techniques.
💼Exciting Job Opportunities– Secure careers in Cinema VFX, Virtual Production, Advertisements, AI-integrated VFX, and more.
🎓 Degree from a UGC-Approved University – Awarded by St. Peter’s University, Chennai.
🚀 Be JOB READY on Completion – Hands-on, project-driven learning ensures industry readiness.
🔬 AI-Powered & Virtual Production Curriculum – Explore AI automation, deep learning effects, real-time rendering, and LED Wall Virtual Production / Green Screen Production
💡 Practical, Project-Based Learning – Learn by doing! Gain experience through real-world projects and industry simulations.
🏢 Integrated Inside a VFX Studio – Train in a real production environment, not just a classroom.
💻 Well-Equipped VFX Lab – We provide DSLR cameras, Video Cameras, High Speed Internet with Wifi Campus
🎥 Exclusive Facilities – The only college with a Motion Capture
👨‍🏫 Industry-Experienced Faculty – Learn from professionals in a fun, interactive, and practical way.
🌍 International Internship Opportunities – Work with overseas studios and gain global exposure.
🏆 Placement Assistance in Top MNC Studios – Connected with leading VFX, Virtual Production, and AI-integrated studios.
🎞️ Work on Real VFX & AI Projects – Build an impressive industry-ready portfolio while studying.
🤝 Strong Studio Network for Job Placement – Direct connections with top AI, Virtual Production, and VFX studios.

Subject Coverage

🎨 Art & Creativity

✔ Arts
✔ Creative Thinking
✔ Stop Motion Animation for VFX
✔ Stop Motion Cinematography for VFX
✔ Still Photography
✔ Drawing
✔ Script Writing

🎞 VFX Workflow & Compositing

✔ Image Editing
✔ Matte Painting Basics
✔ Maya Modelling
✔ Animation
✔ Multipass Rendering & Photorealism
✔ VFX Shoot Planning
✔ Green Screen Shooting
✔ Photogrammetry
✔ Layer & Node-Based Compositing
✔ Motion Graphics
✔ Advanced V-ray

🤖 AI & Machine Learning in VFX
✔ AI-Driven VFX Compositing
✔ AI for Motion Capture & Tracking
✔ Deep Learning for Real-Time Effects
✔ AI-Assisted Rotoscoping & Cleanup
✔ Generative AI for Environments & FX

🏆 Virtual Production & Real-Time Rendering

✔ LED Wall Virtual Production / Green Screen Production
✔ Unreal Engine for VFX & Film
✔ Real-Time Ray Tracing & Lighting
✔ Virtual Camera
✔ Digital Humans & AI-Assisted Facial Animation
✔ AR & VR Integration for Film

🎥 3D & Advanced VFX Techniques

✔ Dynamics with Realflow
✔ Environment Creation
✔ 3D Matte Painting
✔ Match Moving
✔ Logo Animation
✔ Advanced Node-Based Compositing Workflow

🎬 Production & Industry Readiness

✔ Project Handling
✔ VFX Production Tracking
✔ Live Project Participation
✔ Editing & Distribution Media
✔ Networking & Interview Skills
✔ Final Project

Real Project Training

Highlights

Hands-on Experience: Work on real-world projects produced by Digital Magic.
Performance-Based Selection: Students are chosen based on their skills and dedication.
Career Counseling: Tailored guidance to align with student aspirations and strengths.
State-of-the-Art Studio: Fully equipped with cutting-edge infrastructure.
Exclusive Motion Capture Studio: Industry-standard MoCap technology for advanced training.
Expert Mentorship: Led by experienced project leaders and industry professionals.
Comfortable Accommodation: Hostel facilities for outstation students.
Recreational Facilities: Playground and relaxation zones for a balanced student life.
On-Campus Dining: Hygienic and diverse canteen services available.
Industry-Recognized Certification: Receive an Experience Certificate for professional credibility.
Performance-Based Stipends: Top-performing students receive stipends.
Global Exposure: Collaborate with International Project Partners.

Career Options

Here’s an expanded list of job roles for Visual Effects graduates, including both technical and creative career paths:

Job Role	Brief Job Description
Storyboard Artist	Creates visual sequences and shot compositions for films and animations.
Concept Artist	Designs characters, environments, and props for VFX and animation projects.
Matte Painting Artist	Creates digital backgrounds, set extensions, and landscapes for movies.
FX Artist	Specializes in creating visual effects like explosions, fire, water, and smoke.
VFX Artist	Works on integrating digital elements with live-action footage seamlessly.
Compositor	Combines multiple visual elements (CGI, effects, live-action) into a final scene.
Roto Artist	Creates masks and cutouts for elements to be composited into VFX shots.
Prep Artist	Cleans up shots, removes wires, rigs, and unwanted elements from footage.
Matchmove Artist	Tracks live-action footage and aligns it with CG elements for perfect integration.
Virtual Production Artist	Works with LED walls, real-time rendering, and camera tracking for live VFX.
Unreal Engine Artist (VFX & Film)	Uses Unreal Engine for creating real-time visual effects and virtual sets.
LED Wall Technician	Operates and calibrates LED screens used in virtual production.
Virtual Camera Operator	Handles virtual cinematography tools for real-time digital filming.
Virtual Cinematographer	Plans and executes camera movements in virtual production environments.
Digital Human & AI Animation Specialist	Specializes in AI-driven character animation, facial tracking, and motion capture.
Set Modeler	Designs and builds 3D environments and props for VFX integration.
Texture Artist	Adds textures and details to 3D models for realism in VFX.
Lighting Artist	Creates realistic lighting setups in CGI and virtual environments.
VFX Supervisor	Oversees the entire VFX production, ensuring seamless integration and quality.
Virtual Production Supervisor	Manages virtual production pipelines and real-time VFX workflows.
Virtual Production Producer	Oversees budgets, schedules, and execution of virtual production projects.
VFX Producer	Coordinates the entire VFX team, ensuring timely and high-quality deliveries.

Opportunities

Studio Name	Specialization
Industrial Light & Magic (ILM)	Pioneering VFX for Star Wars, Marvel, and sci-fi action films.
DNEG (Double Negative)	Advanced visual effects for blockbuster films and streaming series.
Phantom Fx	Advanced Visual Effects for Indian and International movie projects
Red Chillies VFX	Bollywood’s leading VFX studio for big-budget Indian films.
Prime Focus	Large-scale VFX and 3D conversion for Hollywood and Bollywood.
NY VFXWAALA	Indian VFX studio handling action and fantasy films.
Anibrain	VFX for international TV series and feature films.
BOT VFX	Rotoscoping, compositing, and prep work for major studios.
Makuta VFX	Known for high-end CGI in South Indian and Bollywood films.
Firefly Creative Studio	Specializes in motion graphics, branding, and visual storytelling.
5Elements Entertainment	Animation, VFX, and interactive digital content production.
Prism & Pixels	Digital compositing and CGI effects for global projects.
Prasad EFX	Established Indian post-production and VFX studio.
Method Studios	High-end VFX, animation, and CGI for international productions.
Scanline VFX	Fluid simulations, disaster effects, and hyper-realistic VFX.
BUF Compagnie	Advanced digital effects for European and Hollywood cinema.
Ghost VFX	TV series and Hollywood movie VFX production.
Rodeo FX	High-quality visual effects for films and premium TV shows.
Hybride VFX	High-quality VFX work for major Hollywood studios.
Tippett Studio	Creature animation and effects-heavy film production.
ReDefine	Provides premium VFX and animation services across global markets.