CERTIFICATE IN MULTIMEDIA AND ANIMATION (6 MONTHS)

Certificate in Multimedia and Animation (6 Months)

🧾 Subject-Wise Syllabus

🎨 1. Fundamentals of Multimedia and Design

• Definition and components: text, graphics, audio, video, animation
• History and evolution of multimedia tools
• Color theory and typography
• Introduction to visual storytelling and design principles
• Software overview: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Animate

🖌 2. Graphic Design Basics

• Raster vs. vector graphics
• Logo, banner, and poster design
• Layout creation and visual hierarchy
• Image editing: cropping, masking, filters, retouching
• Tools: Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW or Illustrator

🎞 3. 2D Animation Techniques

• History of 2D animation (traditional and digital)
• Frame-by-frame vs. tweened animation
• Storyboarding and script planning
• Lip-sync and character rigging basics
• Tools: Adobe Animate or similar software

📹 4. Video Editing and Audio Integration

• Timeline editing and sequencing
• Video formats and codecs
• Transitions, titles, effects, and overlays
• Background scoring, SFX syncing
• Tools: Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve

💡 5. Introduction to Motion Graphics & VFX (Basics)

• Difference between animation, VFX, and motion graphics
• Simple kinetic typography and logo animations
• Chroma key (green screen) basics
• Compositing layers and effects
• Tools: After Effects (basic level)

🛠 6. Portfolio Development & Final Project

• Planning a creative multimedia or animation project
• Designing and editing a short animated clip or ad
• Assembling a portfolio: static and dynamic work
• Presentation of the final showreel
• Review and feedback session