Are you interested in animation, visual effects and designs? Are you creative and talented? Then, you can definitely join the field of animation and cinematics. Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics, a 3D animation and visual effects training provider from India recently launched its training academy in the Dubai Knowledge Village.

The courses offered cover topics ranging from traditional art and pre-production skills to high-end computer animation. They include concepts such as sketching, illustration, storyboarding and visualisation. MAAC's courses are validated by the University of Cambridge International Examinations.

Some of the courses offered:

Beta Maya: Designed for professionals wanting to upgrade their skills and move on to 3D animation and FX bandwagon;

Omega Maya: You learn about AutoDesk Maya, the tool of choice for some of the biggest studios in the visual effects industry;

Professional Diploma in 3D Animation and Visual Effects
Goes over three semesters. Students study: pre-production, computer graphics, computer animation, postproduction and visual effects, and portfolio development.

Who can join?

Anyone who is interested in animation and cinematics can join.

But most importantly students must have:

Passion for this kind of work;
Good observation skills;
Creativity;
Good communication skills.

Where and when can students join?

"Students can join anytime during the year, because we have constant classes on different courses. Students can visit our academy in Dubai Knowledge Village, can fill in an application and sit for a career counselling session to direct students to which courses to take based on their passion and requirements," said Naveen Gupta, chief operating officer, Maya Academy of Animation and Cinematics.

After graduation students will receive certificates, certified by both MAAC and The University of Cambridge International Examinations.

What are the career fields that students can join?

Content development;
Film and television;
CD authoring;
Layout designing;
Pre-production;
Advertising;
Graphic designing;
Art direction;
Creative visualisation;
Special effects;
Games and development.

Tuition fees

Vary depending on the course but start at Dh2,000.

For more information visit: www.maacindia.com