3D Animation
and Visual
Effects
Master the art of Animation and VFX
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CERTIFIED PROGRAM
Skill India
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Patna
BORING ROAD CAMPUS
Professional Career Development Programme in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (PCDP) 36 Months
The Professional Career Development Programme in 3D Animation and Visual Effects is a comprehensive 36-month programme designed to equip 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.
Programme Highlights:
Module 01 : Fundamentals Of Art, Design & Computer Graphics (6 Months)
- History of Animation and VFX
- Drawing and sketching techniques
- Colour theory and painting
- Storytelling and scriptwriting
- Character design and digital illustration
- Storyboarding
- Computer graphics
- Video and audio editing
Module 2 : 3D Digital Art (6 Months)
- 3D modelling
- Environmental modelling
- Advanced modelling and sculpting
- Advanced texturing
Module 3 : Rigging and Character Animation (6 Months)
- Advanced texturing
- Rendering and look development
- Lighting
- Rigging
- 3D character animation
Module 4 : Character Animation and Particle Dynamics (6 Months)
- Advanced character animation
- Dynamics
- Cloth simulation
- Fluid simulations
Module 5 : Motion Graphics and Visual Effects (6 Months)
- Digital compositing 1
- Digital compositing 2
- Advanced lighting
Professional Development Programme in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (PDP3DAV)
27 Months
The Professional Development Programme in 3D Animation and Visual Effects (PDP3DAV) 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.
Module 01 : Fundamentals Of Art, Design & Computer Graphics (6 Months)
- History of Animation and VFX
- Drawing basics and sketching techniques
- Colour theory and painting
- Storytelling and scriptwriting
- Character design and digital illustration
- Storyboarding
- Computer graphics
- Video and audio editing
Module 2 : 3D Digital Art (6 Months)
- 3D modelling using Maya
- Environmental modelling
- Advanced texturing
- Rendering and look development
Module 3 : Lighting, Animation, and Dynamics (6 Months)
- Lighting techniques
- Rigging techniques
- 3D character animation principles
- Dynamics
- Motion graphics
Module 4 : Advanced Dynamics and Visual Effects (6 Months)
- Advanced dynamics
- Fire and smoke simulations
- Digital compositing
Module 5 : Elective Specialisation (Any One) (3 Months)
- Modelling and texturing specialisation
- Lighting and shading specialisation
- Character animation specialisation
- Visual effects specialisation
Professional Programme in 3D Animation (PP3DA) 12 Months
The Professional Programme in 3D Animation (PP3DA) is an intensive 12-month programme that equips students with the core skills and knowledge needed to succeed in 3D animation. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental art and design principles to advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, and dynamics. At the end of the programme, students will choose one of four specialisations, aligning their skills and portfolio with their desired career path.
Module 1 : Fundamentals of Art and Computer Graphics (2 Months)
- History of Animation
- Fundamentals of art and design
- Principles of design and visual communication
- Computer graphics
- Digital painting and matte painting
Module 2 : 3D Animation using Maya (7 Months)
- 3D modelling and texturing
- Lighting techniques
- Rigging techniques
- 3D character animation principles
Module 3 : Choose One Specialisation from Four Electives (3 Months)
- Modelling and texturing specialisation
- Lighting and shading specialisation
- Character animation specialisation
- Dynamics specialisation
Career Opportunities
- Product Designer
- Texture Artist
- Lighting Technician
- Character Rigger
- Character Animator
- Roto Artist
- Matchmover
- Matte Painter
- Pipeline Technical Director
- VFX Producer
- CG Supervisor
- VFX Supervisor
- Compositing Artist
- Effects Animator
- Render Wrangler
- Tracking Artist
SOFTWARE
INDUSTRY STANDARD TOOLS
Taught from scratch — no prior experience needed
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
Audition
Maya
SpeedTree
ZBrush
Substance Designer
Substance Painter
Marmoset Toolbag
Arnold
XGen
Bifrost
MASH
Marvelous Designer
RealFlow
After Effects
Nuke
SilhouetteFX
3DEqualizer
Houdini
BATCHES
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All batches run Monday to Saturday — Boring Road Campus, Patna
BATCH - 1
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BATCH - 2
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11:00 AM — 01:00 PM
BATCH - 3
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02:00 PM — 04:00 PM
BATCH - 4
MWF/ TTS
04:00 PM — 06:00 PM
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- Course material included
- Software access on lab
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100+
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Average Starting CTC
10+
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PLACED AT LEADING COMPANIES
Our students have been placed in top agencies, studios, and tech companies across India.
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WHAT OUR ALUMNI SAY
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4.9/5 Rating on Google
“ZICA transformed my life. I used to work an ordinary job now I am a Senior Designer at a digital agency.”
AK
Amit Kumar
Senior Designer · Delhi
“The curriculum is truly industry-ready. I learned Photoshop, Illustrator, and even 3D — all in one course. Got placed in 3 weeks of graduating!”
SP
Sneha Priya
Graphic Designer · Patna
“I had no drawing skills, but ZICA’s mentors taught me step by step. Now I take freelance projects and earn a good income.”
RV
Ravi Verma
Freelance Designer
“The evening batch was perfect for me since I was working. The faculty is experienced and the lab facilities are great. Highly recommend!”
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Neha Kumari
UI Designer · Bangalore
ELIGIBILITY
WHO CAN APPLY?
No prior design experience required
Minimum Class 10th Pass
Candidates who have completed Class 10th or above are eligible to apply.
Basic Computer Skills
Comfort with basic computer operations, mouse and keyboard is recommended.
Creative & Visual Thinking
An interest in animation, storytelling, design, films or digital content is an advantage.
Ready to Learn 3D
No prior 3D software experience is required — willingness to learn is what matters.
Frequently Asked
Questions
ZICA's 3D Animation programme is a comprehensive career course covering the full 3D production pipeline — from art fundamentals and digital painting to advanced character animation, dynamics, and visual effects. Students learn modelling, texturing, rigging, and keyframe animation in Autodesk Maya, alongside character sculpting in ZBrush and rendering workflows.
Every student creates a short, animated film during the course, graduating with a strong demo reel and portfolio ready for studio roles in film, gaming, advertising, and OTT content production.
ZICA's 3D animation course trains students on the most in-demand professional tools: Autodesk Maya for 3D modelling, rigging, and character animation; ZBrush for digital sculpting; Adobe Photoshop for texturing and concept work; Adobe After Effects for motion graphics and compositing; and rendering engines like Arnold.
Students also receive exposure to Blender as a versatile, industry-growing open-source alternative. AI-powered animation tools are integrated into the curriculum to reflect the industry's evolving workflows.
No prior drawing or art experience is required for ZICA's 3D animation programme. The course begins with foundational art and design modules specifically designed for beginners — covering drawing principles, composition, and digital painting — before progressing to 3D software.
3D animation also rewards logical thinking, spatial reasoning, and attention to detail as much as traditional artistic ability, making it accessible to students from all academic backgrounds, including Science and Commerce streams.
ZICA offers 3D animation programmes in multiple formats. The comprehensive career-oriented programme runs 24–36months, covering the full pipeline from foundations to advanced VFX. For students who are already in graduation or have completed a degree, focused 1-year programmes are available.
Short-term 3D animation modules of 3–6 months are also offered for specific skills or software. Students should contact their nearest ZICA centre for the programme structure best suited to their background and career goals.
ZICA's 3D animation graduates are eligible for a wide range of roles across the creative industry. Common entry-level positions include Junior 3D Animator, Character Modeller, Texture Artist, Lighting Technician, and Rigging Artist. With experience, career paths progress to Lead Animator, Character TD, Animation Director, or VFX Supervisor. Industries hiring 3D animators include Bollywood and international film studios, OTT platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime, gaming companies, advertising agencies, ed-tech firms, and architectural visualisation studios.
