3 YEAR ANIMATION PROGRAM
TOONSKOOL offers a 3-year Program in Animation, a full-fledged, full-time college-based program, through strategic tie-ups with partner Colleges that offer this definitive course for a professional career in animation. Some of these partner colleges also offer Toonskools short-term programs.
The 3-year Program in Animation offered at partner colleges is so rigorous and comprehensive that, on completion, students are equipped to enter production work in studios directly, without wasting time on additional training. Hence, major studios are solidly backing TOONSKOOLs efforts with excellent trainers, internships and placements.
Course Objective
To contribute to the growth of the animation industry by integrating industrial needs, trained professionals and the best training resources.
Course Description
The program primarily focuses on animation for film and television production. Software skills are supported by intense training in basic skills of art and performance for the creative edge. Classes last about 6 hours a day, however an additional 2 to 4 hours of practise would be required at home too. All forms of animation are dealt with enabling you to excel either as a 2D artist or a 3D artist, depending on where your talents lie. However since each one goes through all the subjects, you will have exposure and a birds eye view of all relevant processes equipping you to be able to grow into an animation director later in your career.
Opportunities
The course prepares you for studio positions in 2D animation like key and assistant animators, layout and storyboard artists, character and prop designers, in-betweens and clean-up artists. Positions in 3D include character and effects animators, modellers, lighting and texture mappers, concept designers, compositing specialists and storyboard artists.
Program Highlights :
Why is our programs so unique?
• Skill acquisition that can be readily fitted into a production studio
• Strong foundation in hand art & drawing
• Choice of specialization – as a character modeller / character animation specialist,
particles / dynamics specialist, compositing specialist, lighting / textures specialist, etc
• Experienced faculty from production studios with proven creative skills
• Clear understanding of tools and techniques
• State-of-the-art, Production-type lab
• Exposure to major studios through project work & internship
• Experts invited to workshops & discussions
• Animactor Workshop – acting skills and principles to liven up characters
• Proposed alliance with leading Western Animation Schools
• Commercial work to keep the faculty in touch with production and introduce students to live project work
You graduate with:
• A B.Sc in Animation / Dipoma in Animation
• A professional demo reel & portfolio
• Demonstrated proficiency in animation, storyboarding, life drawing, modelling, lighting & texturing
• Industry contacts & job search strategies
• Option of advanced studies with a 6-month certificate program in Game Art, Design or Visual Effects or a 1-year PG Diploma in 2D or 3D specialization
Placements :
Placement is in two stages:
• Students do an internship with a studio
• Students showcase their work in “The Pitch” – an annual show to showcase their work before studio recruiters.
BANGALORE
NITTE EDUCATION TRUST
The Nitte Education Trust is located in Bangalore – the IT and the Animation capital of India. With more than 3 large animation studios and at least 20 small to medium ones operating in and out of this city.
The Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology Campus in Yelahanka is situated in a 23 acre plot and has all the facilities of an institute of higher learning. Please visit www.nitteblr.com/facilities.htm for more information on the campus. Hostel facilities are available for boys and girls. and is subject to availability only.
College Infrastructure:
Total campus area: 23 acres
Constructed area: 1,2550 sq. mts.
Infrastructure Resources:
Modern classrooms with contemporary teaching aids
Computer labs with state-of-the-art systems and ISDN connectivity
Fully automated, well-stocked, computerized library with online research, book bank and inter-library loan facility with British Council Library and NAL, Bangalore
Separate hostels within the campus for boys & girls
Separate messes for North Indian & South Indian food
Excellent medical & recreational facilities with modern amenities
Buses to the college are easily available from the city for which the Transport Coordinator at the campus can be contacted for further details
Admission Details for the 3year program
Eligibility: Minimum 10th pass for Diploma / 12th pass for Degree.
All candidates will be required to go through a test and a personal interview.
Seats Available: 50
Course Fees: Tuition Fees: Rs 80,000/- per year (Payable at the beginning of the year). Other costs include textbooks, stationery, art materials, etc. Bus, Canteen & Hostel facilities can be availed on payment basis.
Course Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
Commencement: Next batch commences Sep, 2006
Application Form
Application form and prospectus can be collected from the City Admissions Office
Toonskool(Admission Office)
# 371, 1st Floor,
13th Cross, 8th Main,
Sadashivnagar,
Bangalore-560080
India
Tel/Fax: +91-080-41252871/72
Completed applications should be submitted on or before 15th August 2006.
Along with your completed application please submit:
• Portfolio: some examples of your best artwork (if any)
• A one page personal statement describing your career goals, what sparks your interest for animation and why you have chosen this field
• Proof of age (photocopy of birth certificate)
• 3 passport size photographs
• Copies of School and/or college certificates
MUMBAI
THAKUR EDUCATIONAL TRUST (Thakur College of Science & Commerce)
The Thakur Educational Trust was established in 1990 to contribute to social welfare. Keeping this in mind the trust has succeeded in providing facilities to various needs of the society, particularly education at all levels.
The Thakur Educational Trust presently comprises several educational institutions like the Thakur Vidya Mandir, Thakur College of Science & Commerce and Thakur Institute of Management Studies, Career Development & Research. The 3-year Diploma in Animation Engineering is being offered at the Thakur College of Science and Commerce.
Facilities
Full-fledged college campus
Modern classrooms
State-of-the-art computer labs with the latest machines and software
Well-stocked and routinely updated library with a large selection of study and reference material
A large, well-lit reading hall provides a quiet and relaxed study atmosphere
Admission Details for the 3year program
Eligibility: Minimum 10th pass for Diploma / 12th pass for Degree.
All candidates will be required to go through a test and a personal interview.
Seats Available: 50
Course Fees: Tuition Fees: Rs 80,000/- per year (Payable at the beginning of the year). Other costs include textbooks, stationery, art materials, etc. Bus, Canteen & Hostel facilities can be availed on payment basis.
Course Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
Commencement: Batch commenced Sep, 2006.
Application Form
Application form and prospectus can be collected from the Thakur office
TCSC Campus
Shyamnarayan Thakur Marg,
Thakur Village,
Kandivli(E),
Mumbai – 400101
Tel: +91-22-56269723
MUMBAI
HANSABAI LAXMAN SONAWANE Educational and Research
Foundation
The approach of Hansabai Laxman Sonawane Educational and Research Foundation stems from inspired with a mission to provide an excellent higher education with equal opportunities to students from all strata.
Hansabai Laxman Sonawane Educational and Research Foundation, Uni-campus of one of the Prestigious Universities, Victoria University, Switzerland.
You will find a new learning experience in a dynamic, nurturing and supportive environment. At Sonawane's Campus, the team will help you to broaden your horizons of knowledge and work-skills. This will empower you to accept the challenges and to face them at global level.
Kalyan Wholesale Merchants Association is playing very significant role in the social, educational and cultural activities in Kalyan region. The Association has created a sound goodwill by participating in several welfare and socio-economic activities.
Kalyan city is well known historical place having Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation and it is 42 k.m. from the Mumbai city the economic capital of India. Today, there are about 12 Junior and Degree Colleges in this region imparting higher education to a large number of students.
Facilities
Full-fledged college campus
Modern classrooms
State-of-the-art computer labs with the latest machines and software
Well-stocked and routinely updated library with a large selection of study and reference material
A large, well-lit reading hall provides a quiet and relaxed study atmosphere
Admission Details for the 3year program
Eligibility: Minimum 10th pass for Diploma / 12th pass for Degree.
All candidates will be required to go through a test and a personal interview.
Seats Available: 50
Course Fees: Tuition Fees: Rs 80,000/- per year (Payable at the beginning of the year). Other costs include textbooks, stationery, art materials, etc. Bus, Canteen & Hostel facilities can be availed on payment basis.
Course Duration: 3 years (Full-time)
Commencement: Batch commenced Sep, 2006.
Application Form
Application form and prospectus can be collected from the H L Sonawane office
2nd Floor,
Sonawane Building,
(Above State Bank of India),
Murbad Road,
Kalyan-West,
Dist: Thane - 421 301.
Tel: 0251-2304420, 3250090
Completed applications should be submitted on or before 30th June 2006.
Along with your completed application please submit:
• Portfolio: some examples of your best artwork (if any)
• A one page personal statement describing your career goals, what sparks your interest for animation and why you have chosen this field
• Proof of age (photocopy of birth certificate)
• Resume
• Copies of School and/or college certificates
Completed applications should be submitted on or before 30th June 2006.
Along with your completed application please submit:
• Portfolio: some examples of your best artwork (if any)
• A one page personal statement describing your career goals, what sparks your interest for animation and why you have chosen this field
• Proof of age (photocopy of birth certificate)
• Resume
• Copies of School and/or college certificates
Answered By: rajan c - 5/17/2007 |