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International Program in Visual Arts, Design & XR - IPVAD-XR
IPVAD-XR is an all-in-one, future-ready program designed to develop cross-disciplinary creators for the evolving AVGC-XR ecosystem. **By combining** Digital Design, Video Production, 3D Content Design, XR, VFX, and Creator Economy Essentials, the program provides a structured pathway for aspiring digital professionals. **Furthermore**, learners gain exposure to multiple creative disciplines, helping them understand how different skills work together across modern media and entertainment. **As a result**, IPVAD-XR prepares learners for diverse opportunities, including studio roles, freelancing, digital content creation, and creator-led careers.
wITH CAREER X
COURSE DURATION:
912 HRS
WITH CAREER X & CREATOR X
COURSE DURATION:
960 HRS
Course Content - YEAR I
DIGITAL DESIGN & VIDEO PRODUCTION
term i : Foundations of Digital Design
- Introduction to AVGCXR & Industry Trends – Concepts
- Essentials of Digital Design – Concepts
- Digital Design
- Web Based Content Creation
- Vector Graphics and Illustrations
- Advanced Graphic Design
- Digital Publishing
- Product Mock-up for Advertising
- Concepts of UI and UX Design
- UI and UX Design
- Gen AI for Imagery
- Branding Case Study
term ii : Essentials of Video Production
- Art & Aesthetics – Photography
- Image Processing
- Storyboarding & Animatics
- Fundamentals of Filmmaking
- Visual Communication and Typography
- Basics of Motion Design
- The Art of Video Editing
- Essentials of Sound Editing
- GenAI for Video Production
- Fundamentals of Visual Design
Course Content - YEAR II
FUNDAMENTALS AND ADVANCED 3D CONTENT DESIGN
TERM III: Fundamentals of 3D Content Design
- Introduction to 3D World
- 3D Design
- Introduction to Texturing
- Fundamentals of CG Lighting
- Lighting & Rendering in V-Ray
- Hierarchy, Connections & Character Set-up
- Introduction to 3D Animation
- Dynamics and FX
TERM IV: Advanced 3D Content Design
- Introduction to Maya
- 3D Modeling
- Materials & Textures
- PBR Texturing
- Prop & Character Setup
- Animation
- Particles, nDynamics and BiFrost
Course Content - year iii
XR, IMMERSIVE, VFX & CREATOR ECONOMY ESSENTIALS
TERM V: Next-Gen 3D Content Design
- Hair Grooming with XGen
- Digital Sculpting & Advanced CG Modelling
- Cloth Simulation and FX
- 3D Photogrammetry Workflow
- Visual Design for Games
- Game Level Design
- Unreal Engine for Content Creators
- Design Thinking for Immersive Media
- Introduction to Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality
TERM VI: VFX and Creator Economy Essentials
- Introduction to Procedural FX
- Introduction to Pyro and Fluids FX
- Introduction to Rotoscopy
- Camera Tracking and MatchMove
- Advanced Compositing
- Video Editing and Colour Grading
- Creator Economy Essentials – Concepts
SEMESTER I
- Hands-on studio briefs, teams, deadlines, revisions, and approvals
- Use Gen AI for faster ideas, with ethical use and limits
- Build strong branding and logos, avoiding common mistakes
- Follow pro workflows: feedback, files, versions, and problem-solving
- Design for print, digital, social, and packaging using mockups
SEMESTER II
- 3D Pipeline: Mastering departmental workflows and deadlines
- Asset Workflow: Creating production-ready assets without errors
- Scene Optimisation: Using proxies, LODs, and instancing for performance
- LookDev & Lighting: Cinematic lighting using practical references
- Animation: Transforming storyboards into shots with clear body mechanics
SEMESTER III
- Studio Workflow: Execute professional workflows from modelling to final texturing
- Asset Optimization: Build optimized, production-ready assets with clean topology
- VFX Integration: Master CG-to-plate matching through lighting and LookDev
- Performance Driven Animation: Create story-driven performances with precise body mechanics
- Gen AI Integration: Leverage Gen AI for rapid ideation and production optimisation
SEMESTER IV
- Matchmoving: Tracking cameras and complex motion for production footage
- Plate Prep: Mastering high-level rotoscoping, clean-up, and keying
- FX Integration: Blending FX elements seamlessly into live-action shots
- Colour Management: Using accurate LUTs and color space for CG compositing
- Career-ready: Building a professional showreel with technical breakdowns
MODULE I: Freelance Fundamentals & Gig Economy
- Explore creative career pathways
- Identify strengths and niche
- Build job-ready portfolios
- Learn pricing and client skills
- Practice professional ethics
MODULE II: Studio Setup & Project Management
- Set up a production-ready workspace
- Adopt the production workflow
- Master project management basics
- Work effectively in teams
- Develop a deadline-driven mindset
MODULE III: Project Pitch & Client Readiness
- Decode creative briefs with ease
- Pitch creative projects with clarity
- Confident presentation across pitches
- Professional feedback management
- Master portfolio presentation strategies
MODULE IV: Personal Brand & Network Building
- Build a strong professional identity
- Use online platforms strategically
- Professional network building
- Plan long-term career growth
- Master remote and hybrid teamwork
MODULE V: Entrepreneurship & Creator Mindset
- Navigate the creator economy ecosystem
- Adopt a value-driven creative and business mindset
- Explore monetisation and revenue frameworks
- Safeguard intellectual property and creative assets
- Manage finances for long-term sustainability
Creative Tools
Software Covered in IPVAD-XR
Career Launch
Career Opportunities in IPVAD - XR
Digital Designer
VFX Artist
Compositing Artist
Video Producer & Video Editor
3D Artist / 3D Generalist
Game Visual Designer
AI-driven Content Creator
Unreal Engine Content Creator
XR & Immersive Content Creator
Freelance Creator / Creative Entrepreneur
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