PDP in Filmmaking Visual Effects Course. After 10th, 11th & 12th.
The Professional Diploma Program (PDP) in Filmmaking Visual Effects offered by ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai is a comprehensive 24-month course designed to provide students with in-depth expertise in filmmaking, 3D animation, and advanced visual effects (VFX). This program uniquely integrates live-action filmmaking with 3D animation and VFX, equipping students with the technical and artistic skills required to create visually stunning films and multimedia projects. By mastering industry-standard software and techniques, students are prepared to excel in the competitive world of filmmaking and visual effects, making this program a perfect choice for aspiring filmmakers, animators, and VFX artists.
| Admission started for Year: | 2025 |
| Course Durations: | 12 Months and 27 Months |
Emerging Student Profile
Graduates of this program will possess a comprehensive understanding of filmmaking, 3D animation, and VFX. They will be adept at:
- Producing VFX short films that integrate live-action and CG elements.
- Working with industry-standard software and tools.
- Creating visually compelling scenes with advanced compositing techniques.
- Executing projects with proficiency in AR/VR technologies.
Career Opportunities
Completing this program opens up a wide range of career opportunities, including:
- Visual Effects Artist
- 3D Animator
- Compositor
- Filmmaker
- Motion Graphics Designer
- AR/VR Developer
Module I: Fundamentals of Art, Design & Filmmaking (6 Months)
This foundational module immerses students in the core principles of art, design, and filmmaking. It ensures that learners build a strong artistic base and understand the creative processes essential for visual storytelling.
PDP Course Topics Covered:
- Fundamentals of Art: Introduction to drawing, sketching, and visual composition.
- Computer Graphics: Basics of digital image creation and manipulation.
- Principles of Design: Key concepts of balance, proportion, and visual hierarchy.
- Perspective: Techniques for creating depth and dimension in art.
- Color Theory: Exploration of color usage and its impact on visual storytelling.
- Storyboard: Crafting visual narratives through sequential art.
- Filmmaking Foundation: Fundamentals of film language, techniques, and processes.
- Screen Writing: Developing scripts and dialogues for visual media.
PDP in Filmmaking Course Software:
Photoshop: Digital painting, editing, and compositing.Premiere: Video editing software for creating cinematic narratives.
Audition: Professional sound editing and audio enhancement.
| Admission started for Year: | 2025 |
| Course Durations: | 27 Months |
Module II: 3D Animation (6 Months)
This module delves into creating complex CG assets and characters. Students acquire skills in modeling, rigging, and animation, essential for producing high-quality VFX films.
PDP in Filmmaking Topics Covered:
- 3D Character Modeling: Sculpting realistic and stylized characters.
- Texturing: Applying detailed textures to 3D models for realism.
- Lighting and Shading: Techniques to create depth and mood in scenes.
- Rigging: Preparing characters for animation with advanced rigging methods.
- Animation: Bringing characters and objects to life through motion.
PDP in Filmmaking Software:
Maya: Comprehensive 3D animation and modeling suite.Arnold: Rendering engine for producing photorealistic images.
| Admission started for Year: | 2025 |
| Course Durations: | 27 Months |
Module III: Dynamics & Technical Animation (6 Months)
This segment focuses on simulating realistic physics-based animations and dynamic effects that add realism and depth to visual stories.
PDP Course Topics Covered:
- Particles and Dynamics: Simulating natural phenomena like fire, smoke, and explosions.
- Technical Animation: Advanced techniques for motion and deformation.
- Liquid Simulation: Creating realistic water and fluid effects.
- Daemon and Hybrido: Tools for advanced dynamic simulations.
- Motion Graphics: Designing visually engaging animated graphics.
- Compositing: Integrating multiple visual elements into cohesive shots.
- Masking & Rotoscope: Techniques for isolating and modifying elements in footage.
- Keying & Tracking: Removing green screens and stabilizing footage.
PDP in Filmmaking Course Software:
Real Flow: Specialized for fluid simulation.After Effects: Industry-standard software for Motion Graphics and Compositing.
Maya Mash & Xgen: Tools for dynamics and grooming effects.
| Admission started for Year: | 2025 |
| Course Durations: | 27 Months |
Module IV: Advanced Visual Effects & AR/VR (6 Months)
This final module combines advanced techniques in VFX, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR). Students develop skills to integrate CG elements seamlessly into live-action footage and explore immersive technologies.
PDP in Filmmaking Topics Covered:
- Particles & Paint: Creating realistic particle effects and digital painting.
- Wire/Rig Removal: Techniques to clean up footage for professional quality.
- Camera Projection & Tracking: Mapping and aligning CG elements with live-action shots.
- Re-Lighting & Colour Correction: Enhancing and adjusting lighting for consistent visuals.
- Compose 3D Render Passes: Integrating various render passes for final compositing.
- 3D Tracking & Stabilizing: Aligning 3D elements to live-action footage seamlessly.
PDP in Filmmaking Software:
Nuke: Node-based compositing software for high-end VFX.Fusion: Advanced compositing and motion graphics software.
PF Track: 3D tracking software for precise VFX integration.
3D Equalizer: Industry-standard for match-moving and 3D tracking.
Silhouette: Professional rotoscoping and paint software.
| Admission started for Year: | 2025 |
| Course Durations: | 27 Months |
Learn, Earn, and Thrive with PG Paying Guest Facilities
Outside students can avail special PG (paying guest) facilities provided by ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai. This allows them to enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free stay, allowing them to fully concentrate on their studies. ZICA also offers an opportunity for students to study and work at the same time. This allows them to do freelance work and accept part-time jobs in animation and design, balancing hands-on experience with their studies. Students learn skills and build out their portfolios to become the professionals the industry needs while taking in the liveliness that is Mumbai.
Advance Unreal Engine course
Become a pro with Unreal Engine 5, the latest workflow for real-time 3D content creation, at ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai. Learn how to create engaging visual worlds for games, movies, architecture, and other experiences! Keep yourself updated by learning about the new features and tools that will help you make the best use of Unreal Engine 5 for being creative and achieving a good position in the industry.
Autodesk MAYA 3D Animation Course
Learn Autodesk Maya, the industry-standard software for 3D modeling, animation and rendering at ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai. Train to bring impressive visuals, believable characters and lively atmospheres to life in film, game and television. Join the leading animation, design and visual effects school in India today!
Autodesk 3Ds Max Animation Course
ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai, which teaches Autodesk 3ds Max, is a powerful 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software, commonly used in the animating and designing industry. Used widely in gaming, it assists developers in developing gorgeous 3D assets, characters, environments, and animations. Discover all the power of 3ds Max with this expert training and boost your career in game development.
Nuke Compositing Course
ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai: Where Creativity Meets Technology – Nuke Compositing and Visual Effects Hone your craft of industry-standard compositing, visual storytelling, and creating stunning effects for film, television and commercials. Learn professional-grade visuals and take your VFX career to the next level with hands-on training from experts.
Motionbuilder Capture and Editing
Get hands-on training on MotionBuilder, the leading software for motion capture and editing with ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai! For film, gaming, and animation, the MotionBuilder is widely used—allowing seamless character animation and character animation in real time. But with professional guidance, discover its formidable tools for cleaning up motion data, perfecting realistic movements and realising your creative ideas.
Adobe Substance Painter for gaming
Be taught by ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai and steady op with Adobe Substance Painter, a strong utility for rendering intricate textures for gaming and animation. The standards of painting techniques and realtime feedback it provides enable artists to create a reality of materials, textures, as well as effects. This brings a polished touch to your game plan and animations, taking your creations to the next level.
Unity Game Development Training Course
Join ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai and gain hands-on experience with Unity Software, a leading game development platform for building immersive 2D and 3D content. You can create games, simulations, and augmented reality applications using Unity’s flexible tools. Learn by doing and bring your creativity to life and thinking of game development as your next career.
Blender Animation course
From ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai Learn how to use Blender, a powerful and free 3D creation suite. With all the tools needed for game and film work from modeling to texturing to animation and rendering. Under brilliant mentorship, you will create stunning 3D assets and cultivate your artistic abilities.
Advance After Effects course
With ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai, update your skills to be of them and learn After Effect, the most popular software for motion graphics and visual effects. Learn how to create dynamic animations, eye-catching visual effects, and moving compositions. Go from concept to camera with hands-on training and expert guidance, and develop the creative skills to work in film, TV, and digital media production and become industry-ready.
Advance Premiere Pro
ZICA Animation Institute, Mumbai (Master Adobe Premiere Pro) Our advanced course is ideal for beginners and professionals alike. Discover professional editing techniques, color grading, transitions, and sound design. We provide 100% job placement assistance to make sure that you are ready for success in the ever-changing media industry. Join today and transform your passion into a successful career!
Adobe Photoshop Course
Take Your Creativity to the Next Level with Our Advanced Photoshop Course by ZICA Animation Institute Mumbai! Learn advanced capabilities of image editing, digital painting, photo manipulation, graphic design. Combine practical experience with expert tuition to produce beautiful graphics for advertisements, web design, and multimedia applications. Learn new skills for your career in Digital Design and Visual Storytelling
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Borivali Branch:2nd Floor, Thakkar Shopping Centre, Showroom 1, Swami Vivekananda Rd, Borivali West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400092
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zica.borivali@gmail.comWe welcome students from all over India:
ZICA Animation Borivali institute is based in Mumbai, We welcome students from all over Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madya pradesh, Punjab. Including areas such as Virar, Nalasopara, Vasai, Dahanu, Mira Road, Malad, Palghar, Saphale, Umroli, Khaira, Surat, Vangaon, Bhilad, Asangaon, Bilimora, Daman, Vapi, Nashik, Bharuch, and beyond. Our inclusive approach ensures that aspiring students from various regions can access our top-notch education and placement services.
Joining ZICA Animation Institute means joining a community of aspiring creative professionals and gaining access to a network that extends across India. Whether you're a local resident or joining us from a neighboring region, we are here to help you achieve your dreams in the Animation, Design, and Production industries.
And we are excited to announce that ZICA Animation Mumbai now Provides Paying Guest (PG) services for students coming from outstation locations to pursue their education with us.
Our PG services are designed to ensure a comfortable and safe stay, allowing students to focus on their learning and career goals. With convenient accommodations close to the institute, we aim to make the transition to Mumbai as smooth as possible.
For more details about the facilities, availability, and charges, feel free to contact us. Call: +918828225522