Arena Animation in association with Middlesex University, London, on 23rd August, organized ‘Perspectives’, a seminar on Animation at Academy of Music, Chowdiah Memorial Hall, GD Park Extension, Bangalore. Over 1000 students attended the seminar.
Preetam Saikia, Head India, Middlesex University, Tomasz Walczak, VP Sales & Marketing, Green Gold Animation, Easo Thampy Mathew, Business Head, Aptech Ltd and Himanshu Yagnik, Zonal Sales Head – South & West, Arena Animation & IT Training graced the event with their presence.
The key highlights of the seminar included showcasing the making of mega blockbuster, ‘Chhota Bheem and The Throne of Bali’ followed by a discussion on various techniques used in the film. To give an overview on the global scenario of animation & multimedia education, the students were taken through a session on ‘Overseas education at Middlesex University, London’ and a Q & A round discussing the eligibility criteria, course benefits, admission procedure, course duration and other details. Interested candidates were delighted to learn about up to 100 % scholarships offered by Middlesex University to complete the final year of ‘Arena Animation International Program (AAIP)’ at the University and acquire a dual degree on completion of the course.
“Perspectives are offering a great opportunity to young aspirants willing to enter the animation industry and excel in their careers. Indian Animation industry has grown manifold in the recent past. India has a vast pool of creative talent which only needs to be nurtured and trained well. We are happy to associate with Arena to help students fulfill their dreams of embarking on a fun-filled career in animation”, commented, Preetam Saikia, Head India, Middlesex University.
Easo Thampy Mathew, Business Head, Aptech Ltd said, “We launched Perspectives series to educate students on animation as a lucrative career option and the various opportunities available to skilled professionals in this flourishing industry. Through our association with Middlesex University, we offer a golden opportunity to aspiring students helping them gain dual certification from Arena and Middlesex at a minimal cost and thus saving two years of their education at the University campus in London. We hope students largely benefit from this golden opportunity.”