- Applications close: January 15, 2025
- Only 12 seats remaining
- Up to 40% scholarship available
- India's First Live Action + Animation Fellowship
2D/3D Animation
Storytelling Film Accelerator
A 24-week immersive fellowship where animators and storytellers create a festival-ready animated film
using professional pipelines, industry mentorship, and world-class infrastructure.
Where artists evolve into directors, storytellers, and production-ready creatives.
₹15Cr+
Studio Access
24 Weeks
Full Immersion
12 Spots
Only
⏰ Application Deadline In:
March 2025 Cohort • First & Only Batch This Year
🏛️ Govt of India
🎬 Industry Veterans
⚡ ₹15Cr+ Infrastructure
The Real Problem
Why Studios Don’t Hire Fresh Film Grads
You’ve got the degree and the theory. But studios need production-ready professionals who can contribute from day one. We bridge that gap.
One Festival-Ready Animated Film
Create a polished, emotionally engaging short film in either 2D, 3D, or a hybrid style.
Mentorship From Industry Icons
Learn directly from India’s most celebrated animation and filmmaking veteran
Studio-Grade Infrastructure
Access high-end workstations, render farms, production tools, and hybrid pipelines.
Real Production Workflows
Experience dailies, shot reviews, feedback cycles, deadlines, and creative direction.
What You’re Actually Getting 🎯
Compare this to 3-year film school programs costing ₹15L+
₹15Cr+
Equipment & Infrastructure
Access LED stages, MoCap, Render farms
24 Weeks
Immersive Production Training
Full-time, hands-on experience
1 Film
Festival-Ready Portfolio Piece
Complete creative ownership
What You’ll Master
A comprehensive fellowship that covers every aspect of modern filmmaking and visual effects production.
Studio-Grade Production
Work with professional cinema cameras, lighting rigs, and sound equipment in a real studio environment.
Virtual Production & Live Action
Master LED volume shooting, motion capture, and hybrid production techniques used in modern filmmaking.
VFX pipeline Mastery
Learn industry-standard workflows including compositing, 3D integration, and advanced visual effects.
Post Production & Finishing
Complete color grading, sound design, and final delivery for festival and theatrical distribution.
See It In Action
This Isn’t Your Typical Film School
Go behind the scenes of our state-of-the-art facilities and see what you’ll be creating
Inside Our ₹15Cr+ Studio
2 min tour
Cinema Cameras & Gear
RED, ARRI, Sony Venice - Professional equipment you'll master
MoCap Studio
Real-time capture
LED Volume Stage
Virtual production
24/7
Studio Access
Film School + This Fellowship = Industry Ready
Film school gives you the foundation. We give you the finishing touch—turning your academic knowledge into a professional portfolio and production-ready skills.
Bridge the Gap Between Film School & Industry
Final year student or recent graduate? You’ve got the theory. Now get the production-ready skills, professional portfolio, and industry connections to actually land jobs.
- Festival-quality portfolio piece
- Industry mentor network
- Production-grade workflows
What You Will Learn
₹15Cr+ Worth of Production Equipment
Unlimited access to the same technology used in major studio productions. No sharing. No waiting. No limitations.
Story & Cinematic Language
- Story development & screenplay structure
- Visual storytelling & shot design
- Character performance & emotional beats
2D/3D Animation Craft
- Character blocking, splining, polish
- Acting for animation
- Body mechanics
- Layout & camera animation
Stylisation & Look Development
- NPR styles & hybrid animation
- Visual style exploration
- Lighting, color, and mood
Editing & Post
- Editing fundamentals for storytelling
- Color grading & sound design
- Final mastering for festival delivery
Pitching & Festival Strategy
- Building your pitch deck
- Creating a festival submission kit
- Crafting a director’s vision statement
Program Outcomes
- A completed festival-ready 2D/3D animated film
- Strong character animation shots
- A polished story-driven portfolio
- Pitch deck & festival kit
- Production and storytelling confidence
- Industry-standard discipline
What You’ll Walk Away With
This Isn’t Your Typical Animation School
Tangible outcomes that lead to real opportunities — actual work, not certificates.
A Completed Animated Short Film
A director-level animated film that demonstrates storytelling and craft.
Studio-Ready Animation Shots
Character performance, mechanics, and polished cinematic shots.
Creative Direction Confidence
Learn to lead teams, give notes, and take decisions
Professional Pitch Deck
A polished deck used for festivals, grants, and studio pitches
Production Discipline
Learn how real animation pipelines function.
Career-Ready Portfolio
A portfolio that stands out in animation studios and IP pitch rooms.
24-Week Curriculum
The Complete Filmmaking Pipeline
A structured 24-week curriculum covering every stage of modern film production – from concept to festival submission.
Story & Previsualisation
- Storyboarding
- Beatboarding
- Character arcs & emotional structure
- Cinematic previs
2D/3D Animation Pipeline
- Layout & blocking
- Acting choices
- Body mechanics
- Timing, arcs, polish
Look Development & Style
- Stylised rendering (NPR)
- Hybrid animation workflows
- Lighting & color design
Editing & Finishing
- Picture lock
- Sound & music integration
- DI & color
- Final mastering
Pitching & Festivals
- Festival strategy
- Pitch deck development
- Portfolio refinement
Your 24-Week Journey
1-4
story & previsualisation
5-8
2D/3D Animation Pipeline
9-14
Look Development & Style
15-20
Finishing
21-23
Pitching &
Festivals
24
Submission
Simple & Transparent
The Application Process
No essays. No bureaucracy. Just show us your work and your vision.
Step 1 — Submit Your Portfolio
- Character animation shots, sketches, storyboard samples, or any creative work.
- 10 minutes
Step 2 — Pitch Your Story
- Submit a 1-page story concept for your animated film.
- 15 minutes
Step 3 — Jury Interview
- Discuss your creative approach with our mentor panel.
- 30 minutes
Ready to Start?
The entire process takes less than 1 hour. We’ll review your application within 5 business days.
- Free to apply
- Free portfolio review
- Up to 40% scholarship
Eligibility & Financial Support
We welcome ambitious creators from diverse backgrounds who are committed to mastering the craft of filmmaking.
Who Can Apply
- Animation students & graduates
- Character animators (beginner to intermediate)
- Aspiring directors & storytellers
- Designers & illustrators entering animation
- Indie creators building an IP
Selection Criteria
- Creative samples
- Story potential
- Passion for animation
- Basic fundamentals
- Merit-based selection process
Financial Support
- Up to 40% scholarship available
- Merit-based financial assistance
- Flexible payment plans offered
- Limited seats
- Only 12 seats remaining • Deadline: January 15, 2025
Ready to Build Your Career?
Join the next batch of filmmakers creating festival-ready work with world-class infrastructure and mentorship.
No cap, this is your moment
✨ What Happens After You Apply:
A comprehensive fellowship that covers every aspect of modern filmmaking and visual effects production.
Submit Portfolio
10 minutes
Interview
30 minutes video call
Decision
Within 72 hours
- No application fee
- Free portfolio review
- Up to 40% scholarship
Questions? Email us at
World-Class Infrastructure
Your Career Trajectory
Here’s the typical path our fellows follow after graduation
📁
Week 1-4
Equipment & Infrastructure
Build your portfolio with completed film
🎬
Month 2-3
Immersive Production Training
Submit to festivals & apply to studios
💼
Month 3-6
Festival-Ready Portfolio Piece
Land first role or freelance projects
🚀
Year 1+
Festival-Ready Portfolio Piece
Lead teams on feature films & series
Learn From the Best
Industry Veterans Who’ve Done It All
Get weekly 1:1 guidance from award-winning professionals with decades of experience in feature films, streaming series, and high-end VFX production.
Srinivas Mohan
VFX Supervisor
- 2.0, Endhiran
- National Film Award Winner
Ashwin Kumar
Director & Cinematographer
- Feature Films, Streaming Series
- 15+ Years Experience
Ishan Shukla
Animation
- Schirkoa, Award-winning shorts
- International Film Festival Winner
Suresh E
Visual Effects Artist
- Major Studio Productions
- VFX Industry Veteran
Vaibhav Kumaresh
Production Designer
- High-budget Productions
- Award-winning Designer
Not Just Lectures – Real Mentorship
Every week, you get dedicated time with your mentor to review your work, troubleshoot challenges, and refine your craft. This is how professionals actually learn.
Strategic Partnerships
Collaborating with industry leaders to provide fellows with cutting-edge tools, technology, and career opportunities.
NVIDIA
GPU Technology & Virtual Production
YouTube
Content Distribution & Creator Programs
Meta
AR/VR Development & Social Media
Adobe
Creative Cloud & Post-Production
Unreal Engine
Real-Time 3D & Virtual Production
Autodesk
3D Modeling & Animation Software
Learn From the BestThis is where creators become leaders.
Take the step that shapes your creative future
Schedule a free 15-minute call with our admissions team. We’ll walk you through the program and answer all your questions.