PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IN (3D) ANIMATION AND VISUAL EFFECTS (VFx)

3D Animation and Visual Effects is an intensive 27-month programme that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the dynamic field of animation and visual effects. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental art and design principles to advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, and visual effects. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools, preparing them for successful careers in the animation and VFX industry.

  • FUNDAMENTALS OF ART, DESIGN, AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS (6 MONTHS)
    ✅ History of Animation and VFX
     Drawing basics and sketching techniques
     Colour theory and painting
    ✅ Storytelling and blockedwriting
    ✅ Character design and digital illustration
    ✅ Storyboarding
     Computer Graphics
    ✅ Video and audio editing 

    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Photoshop
    ✅ Illustrator
     Premiere
     Audition
  • 3D DIGITAL ART (6 MONTHS)
    ✅ 3D modelling using Maya
     Environmental modelling
     Advanced texturing
    ✅ Rendering and look development


    SOFTWARE

      Maya
     SpeedTree
     Substance Painter
    Marmoset Toolbag

  • LIGHTING, ANIMATION, AND DYNAMICS (6 MONTHS)
     Lighting techniques
    ✅ Rigging techniques
     3D character animation principles
     Dynamics
     Motion graphics


    SOFTWARE

    ✅ Maya
    ✅ Arnold
    ✅ XGen
    ✅ Bullet
    ✅ MASH

  • ADVANCED DYNAMICS AND VISUAL EFFECTS (6 MONTHS)
    ✅ Advanced Dynamics
     Fire and Smoke Simulations
     Digital Compositing

    SOFTWARE

     Bifrost
    ✅ RealFlow
     FumeFX
     After Effects
    ✅ Nuke
  • ELECTIVE SPECIALISATION (ANY 1) (3 MONTHS)
      Modelling and texturing specialisation
     Lighting and shading specialisation
    ✅ Character animation specialisation
     Visual effects specialisation

    SOFTWARE

     ZBrush
     Substance Painter
     Maya
     Arnold
     Nuke
     SilhouetteFX
     3D Equalizer
     Trapcode
     Red Giant  

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Frequantly Asked Questions

Explore the most frequently asked questions about ZICA ZIMA Ludhiana’s animation, VFX, filmmaking, and digital marketing courses. From demo classes, practical training, fee installment options, certifications, to placement support — these FAQs cover everything you need to know before starting your creative career with us.

  • Can I get a demo class before enrolling?
    Of course! We provide demo sessions so you can understand the teaching style and facilities before joining.
  • Are there any certifications after completion?
    Yes, students receive a professional certificate recognized in the industry, which adds value to their career growth.
  • Will I get practical training?
    Yes! We focus on hands-on training, live projects, and workshops to make sure students gain real-world experience.

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