Diploma in Graphic Design & Animation
Covers software like Photoshop, Illustrator, motion graphics, and visual effects.
Description
Covers software like Photoshop, Illustrator, motion graphics, and visual effects.
Graduates find roles in design studios, advertising agencies, animation houses, film and gaming, with strong freelance potential.
Entrance Exams
Design Aptitude Test / Direct Admission
Respective design institutes
Some institutes conduct a design aptitude test; many offer direct admission based on Class 12 marks and a portfolio.
Job Roles
Graphic Designer
Creates visual designs for brands, print, digital and social media using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Animator
Produces 2D/3D animation, motion graphics and visual effects for film, TV and digital media.
Salary
Fresher (0–2 yrs)
Top studios, VFX houses and international projects offer the highest packages.
Mid-level (3–6 yrs)
Specialisation and experience significantly increase earnings.
Senior (7+ yrs)
Senior roles and leadership positions offer much higher packages.
Top Colleges / Institutes
- Private design and animation institutes (Arena, MAAC, Frameboxx)
- NID (for design-focused programmes)
- MIT Institute of Design, Pune
- Srishti Institute of Art, Design & Technology
- Online: Coursera, Udemy, YouTube tutorials for self-study