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Animation Institute in Pune: About Lexicon MILE Department of Media and Animation

Lexicon MILE Department of Media & Animation, formerly Lexicon IMA, has been designed to be the perfect fit for students interested in pursuing careers in Animation, VFX, film-making and related fields. As a leading Animation Institute in Pune, we prepare our students for successful careers in Visual Effects, Graphics, Game Design, Advertising, Marketing, Print, Broadcast, and Digital Journalism. Lexicon IMA is Pune’s only Animation, VFX, and Film-making institute with in-house media powerhouses—Pune Times Mirror and Civic Mirror—offering unmatched industry exposure and real-world creative opportunities!

Certificates, Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas  blends artistic imagination with technical mastery, preparing graduates for careers across animation, VFX, gaming, design, and digital media. With studio-standard infrastructure, AI-driven creative tools, and mentorship from seasoned industry professionals, students graduate with industry-ready portfolios that speak louder than resumes.

At Lexicon Media & Animation, we believe in empowering storytellers and creators for the creator economy. Every student’s canvas becomes their career.

Programs Offered

 B.Sc in Media, Graphics & Animation 

Certificates

 IMAGINE-X  Inspiring the Next Generation of Creators.

Where Our Students Work

Faculty & Mentors

Meet the creative minds who shape the Department of Media and Animation. Our faculty members bring years of industry experience in animation, VFX, filmmaking, design, and emerging media.

They mentor, guide, and challenge students to think bigger, create boldly, and build careers with confidence. At Lexicon MILE, our faculty blends industry experience with a deep commitment to teaching. From animation and VFX to design, editing, storytelling, and AI-driven creativity, they help students unlock their potential one project at a time.

Dr. Rajeev Ghode
Program Director, Lexicon MILE - Department of Media & Animation
Pankaj Salunkhe
Documentary Filmmaker & Media Educator.
Sheetal Vaidya
Creative Strategist
Ravi Nikam
Visual Storyteller and film maker
Darshan Shivale
Sound Designer and Composer
Yogesh Rathi
VFX Artist
Harshad Awaghad
Game Designer and Developer
Pramod Chavan
Graphics Designer and Visualiser
Madhukar Chandanshive
Digital Artists and Visualiser
Satish Shinde
Web and Interface Designer
Numman Khan
XR/AR/VR Specialist
Sajan Gupta
Post-Production
Shubham Barshetty
UI/UX Designer

B.Sc. in Media, Graphics & Animation (YCMOU, Nashik) Flagship Degree Program

The BSc in Media & Animation is a comprehensive 3-year undergraduate degree (extendable to 4 years as per NEP) designed for students who want deep, professional-level training in animation, filmmaking, visual effects, game design, graphics, and digital media production.

This program blends academic foundations, studio-driven practicals, high-end software training, industry mentored workshops, and a mandatory 6-month internship, preparing learners to build exceptional portfolios and enter the creative industry with confidence.

Students graduate not just with a degree, but with production-ready skills, an industry-standard showreel, and hands-on experience that employers expect.

Duration
3 Years (extendable to 4 Years as per NEP)
Fees
As per institute norms (to be added when finalized)
Teaching Mode
Full-time On-Campus (Classroom Learning + Studio Labs + Practical Production Work)
Total Teaching Hours
As per YCMOU academic structure and semester-wise distribution
Total Practical Hours
Extensive studio practicals across 2D, 3D, VFX, editing, filmmaking, digital art + mandatory 2-month industry internship
Software Offered
Industry software covered includes:
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • Premiere Pro
  • After Effects
  • Audition
  • Maya
  • PFTrack
  • Katana
  • Lightroom
  • Substance Painter
  • ZBrush
  • Mari
  • Houdini
  • Unreal Engine
  • Nuke
  • Mocha
  • Substance Designer
Career Opportunities
  • Animator (2D & 3D)
  • VFX Artist
  • Compositor
  • Filmmaker
  • Graphic Designer
  • Media Producer
  • Game Artist
  • Digital Content Creator
  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Video Editor
Key Highlights
  • 2-month compulsory internship in the final year
  • Studio-based training from the first year
  • End-to-end animation + filmmaking + VFX pipeline
  • Hands-on training with advanced software
  • Portfolio + showreel development guided by professionals
  • Workshops & industry mentorship
  • Access to production-level labs & equipment
Ideal For
  • Students after Class 12 seeking a creative career
  • Animation, VFX, filmmaking & gaming aspirants
  • Learners wanting strong technical foundation
  • Students aiming for industry-ready training
  • Creators passionate about media & entertainment
Portfolio Outcome
Students graduate with a professional showreel that may include:
  • 2D & 3D animation clips
  • VFX sequences
  • Compositing shots
  • Modeling, texturing & lighting reels
  • Digital art & matte painting
  • Edited films & motion graphics
  • Unreal Engine sequences

ADMISSION PROCESS

  • Eligibility: For B.Sc: 10+2 in any stream.
  • For Certificates/Diplomas: Open to aspirants (minimum 10+2) and working professionals.

Certificates Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas

Our Certificate and Diploma Programs are designed for learners who want fast, practical, industry-ready creative skills. Each program blends hands-on training, real-world tools and guided portfolio development to help students build confidence, discover their creative strengths and step directly into high-demand roles across design, animation, media and emerging technologies.

Explore our professional Certificate and Diploma Programs built to transform creativity into career-ready skills. With intensive practical training, industry-standard software and focused project-based learning, these programs equip students with the expertise needed to launch strong careers in design, media, 3D visualization and next-generation AI.

Certificates Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas

Expert Diploma in Generative AI
Certification in Graphic Designing and Video Editing for Content Creation (CGDVE)
Certification in Graphic Design (CGD)
Certification in Web Design and UI/UX (CWDUIUX)
Expert Diploma in Architecture Visualization (Archviz)

Comparative Snapshot: Certificates, Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas

CG DVE Graphic Design & Video Editing
CG D Graphic Design
CW D UIUX Web Design & UI/UX
Archviz 3D Architecture Visualization
GenAI Generative AI Diploma
⏱️Duration
8 Months
6 Months
7 Months
7 Months
2 Months
💰Fees
₹85,000
₹50,000
₹70,000
₹85,000
₹45,000
🎓Teaching Mode
Blended
Blended
Blended
Blended
Blended
📚Total Teaching Hours
320
240
280
280
80
🖥️Total Practical Hours
640
480
560
560
160
💼Career Opportunities
Graphic Designer, Video Editor, Creative Visualizer, Motion Graphics Artist
Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Visualizer, Photo Editor
Web Designer, UI/UX Designer, Graphic Designer
3D Architectural Visualizer, 3D Modeler, Interior/Exterior Designer, Renderer
AI Prompt Engineer, AI Developer, Creative AI Specialist, NLP Engineer, AI Content Creator, AI Video Producer
Key Highlights
Hands-on Adobe Suite training + 960 hours total learning + showreel-based portfolio
480 hours practical skill-building + Adobe Suite mastery + print & digital design foundation
Full stack design + coding + UI/UX + prototyping + industry-ready projects
Professional 3D pipeline training + architectural rendering + 840 total learning hours
AI visuals + AI video + AI audio + AI 3D + AI writing + fastest-emerging tech skills
👤Ideal For
Students + Creators + YouTubers + Content Makers + Career Switchers
Students + Career Switchers + Design Enthusiasts
Students interested in design + coding + UX systems thinking
Students targeting real estate + architecture + interior design
Anyone wanting fast upskilling in AI content, AI design, AI workflows
🎞️Portfolio Outcome
Showreel + Graphic Portfolio
Showreel + Graphic Portfolio
UI/UX Portfolio + Web Projects
3D Visualization Showreel + Renders
AI Projects + AI Showreel
Softwares Covered – A Comparison
Software CG DVE CG D CW D UI/UX Archviz GenAI
PhotoshopYesYesYesYesYes (AI visuals)
IllustratorYesYesYesNoNo
InDesignYesYesNoNoNo
CorelDrawYesYesNoNoNo
AuditionYesNoNoNoYes (via ElevenLabs)
Premiere ProYesNoNoYesYes
After EffectsYesNoNoYesYes
Adobe XDNoNoYesNoNo
FigmaNoNoYesNoNo
DreamweaverNoNoYesNoNo
Bootstrap / CSS / HTMLNoNoYesNoNo
AutoCADNoNoNoYesNo
3ds MaxNoNoNoYesNo
V-RayNoNoNoYesNo
SketchUpNoNoNoYesNo
LumionNoNoNoYesNo
Corona RendererNoNoNoYesNo
ChatGPTNoNoNoNoYes
Midjourney / LeonardoNoNoNoNoYes
Sora / Runway MLNoNoNoNoYes
Meshy AINoNoNoNoYes

CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Certificates, Diplomas & Advanced Diplomas are Short Duration intensive program that equips students with the essential skills to step into the world of hospitality. Perfect for those looking for a quick entry into the workforce, it provides focused training across Industry operations.

PROGRAM 1: CGDVE – Graphic Design & Video Editing (8 Months)

Design. Edit. Create. Launch your career in digital media.

The Certification in Graphic Design & Video Editing (8 months) prepares learners to master the complete Adobe Creative Suite and build a professional showreel. With 960 total learning hours, students gain hands-on experience in designing, editing, visual storytelling, and content creation for digital platforms.

Duration
8 Months
Fees
₹85,000
Teaching Mode
Blended (Classroom + Lab practicals)
Total Teaching Hours
320 Hours
Total Practical Hours
640 Hours
Software Offered
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • CorelDraw
  • Adobe Audition
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
Career Opportunities
  • Graphic Designer
  • Video Editor
  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Creative Visualizer
  • Digital Content Creator
Key Highlights
  • Master full Adobe Creative Suite
  • 960 hours of total learning
  • Strong practical focus with portfolio creation
  • Showreel development for job readiness
  • Suitable for content creators, freelancers & career switchers
Ideal For
  • Students after Class 12
  • Aspiring designers & editors
  • YouTubers & content creators
  • Working professionals seeking upskilling
  • Career switchers entering media industries
Portfolio Outcome
A complete graphic + video showreel demonstrating editing, design, compositing & motion graphics.

PROGRAM 2: CGD – Graphic Design (6 Months)

Master the fundamentals. Build a powerful graphic design portfolio.

This 6-month certification  CGD – Graphic Design, provides deep expertise in print and digital design. Students learn visual design principles, brand identity, digital layouts, creative workflows, and portfolio creation using industry-standard tools.

Duration
6 Months
Fees
₹50,000
Teaching Mode
Blended
Total Teaching Hours
240 Hours
Total Practical Hours
480 Hours
Software Offered
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • CorelDraw
Career Opportunities
  • Graphic Designer
  • Illustrator
  • Visualizer
  • Print Designer
  • Brand Designer
Key Highlights
  • Strong foundation in graphic & print design
  • Adobe Suite mastery
  • High-intensity practical training
  • Build a professional-level design portfolio
  • Ideal first step for creative careers
Ideal For
  • Beginners in design
  • Students after Class 12
  • Career-switchers
  • Freelancers wanting design skills
Portfolio Outcome
A full graphic design portfolio including posters, branding, digital layouts & print designs.

PROGRAM 3: CWDUIUX – Web Design & UI/UX (7 Months)

Become a full-stack designer with UI, UX, and Web skills.

A 7-month professional program CWDUIUX – Web Design & UI/UX  that blends UI/UX thinking, coding basics, and interface prototyping. Students learn visual design, responsive web design, user flows, and build a job-ready UI/UX and web portfolio.

Duration
7 Months
Fees
₹70,000
Teaching Mode
Blended
Total Teaching Hours
280 Hours
Total Practical Hours
560 Hours
Software Offered
  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
Career Opportunities
  • UI/UX Designer
  • Web Designer
  • Front-End Designer
  • Prototype Specialist
  • Digital Product Designer
Key Highlights
  • End-to-end UI/UX + Web design curriculum
  • Learn design systems, wireframing, prototyping
  • Build websites using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap
  • UX case studies + UI visual design projects
  • Highly employable in digital-first industries
Ideal For
  • Students after Class 12
  • Beginners in design + coding
  • Aspiring UI/UX professionals
  • Startup-ready designers
Portfolio Outcome
UX case studies, UI screens, working website prototypes & interactive Figma prototypes.

PROGRAM 4: ARCHVIZ – Expert Diploma in Architecture Visualization (7 Months)

Create stunning architectural walkthroughs and 3D visualizations.

A professional 7-month ARCHVIZ – Expert Diploma in Architecture Visualization program covering the complete 3D visualization workflow. Students learn modeling, architectural rendering, lighting, textures, animation, and visualization using industry-leading software.

Duration
7 Months
Fees
₹85,000
Teaching Mode
Blended
Total Teaching Hours
280 Hours
Total Practical Hours
560 Hours
Software Offered
  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • AutoCAD
  • V-Ray
  • Corona Renderer
  • SketchUp
  • Lumion
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
Career Opportunities
  • 3D Visualization Artist
  • 3D Modeler
  • Interior/Exterior Designer
  • Rendering Artist
  • Architectural Walkthrough Specialist
Key Highlights
  • Master full 3D archviz pipeline
  • Photo-realistic rendering techniques
  • Industry-grade lighting & texturing
  • Build animations + architectural walkthroughs
  • High-demand skills for real estate & interior firms
Ideal For
  • Architecture & interior aspirants
  • 3D design beginners
  • Students after Class 12
  • Professionals wanting 3D skills
Portfolio Outcome
High-quality 3D renders, interior/exterior scenes, walkthrough videos & camera animations.

PROGRAM 5: GENAI – Expert Diploma in Generative AI (2 Months)

Master AI tools. Produce AI video, AI art, AI audio & AI 3D.

A fast-track 2-month program GENAI – Expert Diploma in Generative AI  created for the next generation of digital creators. Students learn AI art creation, AI video production, AI writing, AI audio generation, and AI-based 3D assets. Ideal for rapid upskilling in the world’s fastest-growing creative field.

Duration
2 Months
Fees
₹45,000
Teaching Mode
Blended
Total Teaching Hours
80 Hours
Total Practical Hours
160 Hours
Software Offered
  • ChatGPT
  • Midjourney
  • Leonardo AI
  • Canva AI
  • Sora
  • Runway ML
  • ElevenLabs
  • Meshy AI
  • Photoshop (AI workflows)
Career Opportunities
  • AI Prompt Engineer
  • AI Developer
  • AI Content Creator
  • AI Video Producer
  • AI Audio Designer
  • AI 3D Asset Creator
Key Highlights
  • Fastest-growing skillset in the digital economy
  • Learn AI video, AI audio, AI 3D & AI design
  • Industry-ready AI tools
  • Build a complete AI-driven creative toolkit
  • Perfect for both beginners & professionals
Ideal For
  • Students after Class 12
  • Working professionals
  • Creators & social media editors
  • Those switching to AI careers
Portfolio Outcome
AI video reels, AI art collections, AI audio samples, AI 3D assets & multi-tool AI showreel.

IMAGINE-X

A free, on-campus Creative Futures Workshop Series designed by Lexicon MILE

A fast-track 2-month program created for the next generation of digital creators. Students learn AI art creation, AI video production, AI writing, AI audio generation, and AI-based 3D assets. Ideal for rapid upskilling in the world’s fastest-growing creative field.

What is ImagineX?

A free, on-campus Creative Futures Workshop Series designed by Lexicon MILE

ImagineX is a free, on-campus Creative Futures Workshop Series designed by Lexicon MILE to help school students explore the rapidly growing world of Media, Animation, Design, VFX, UI/UX, Gaming and Generative AI.

It is a 1-hour, high-impact session conducted by our academic and industry-trained team to help students discover their creative potential and understand modern career opportunities.

Why Schools Need the ImagineX Creative Futures Workshop

The world of careers is changing faster than ever. Today’s students will step into industries driven by digital content, animation, gaming, UI/UX, film, visual effects, virtual production and Generative AI. Yet, most young learners and even parents remain unaware of the creative career opportunities available to them — or the skills these careers demand.

ImagineX bridges this critical awareness gap. (ADD AS A 2 LINE 3×3 GRID WITH ICONS) 

Our workshop helps students:

• Discover hidden creative talents and visual thinking abilities
• Gain clarity about modern digital-media professions
• Understand how animation, graphics, VFX and AI shape the content they consume daily
• Learn what a portfolio is and why it matters
• Get exposure to real industry tools and workflows
• Explore future-ready career options early, even before they pick their streams

The session is crafted to be interactive, inspiring and practical — not theoretical. Students witness live demonstrations, participate in a creative aptitude quiz, and leave with new ideas, aspirations and confidence.

What the Workshop Includes

Why Schools Invite ImagineX

  • Adds value to the school’s academic and career-guidance initiatives
  • Helps students discover abilities that traditional subjects may not reveal
  • Supports informed decision-making for Classes 10, 11 and 12
  • Encourages innovation, creativity and digital literacy
  • Requires no cost, no additional setup, and minimal time from the school
  • Strengthens the school’s reputation as a future-ready institution

How the Program Benefits Students

Early Career Awareness
Students learn about high-growth creative fields such as animation, UI/UX, filmmaking, VFX, gaming and Generative AI.
Identification of Talent
Many students possess artistic or digital abilities that surface only when they engage in such workshops.
Hands-On Exposure
Seeing a Photoshop edit, a 3D visualization or an AI-generated artwork in real time makes learning concrete and memorable.
Better Academic Decision-Making
As students move into Class 11–12 or junior college, clarity about potential career paths helps them make more confident choices.

How the Program Benefits the School

Value-Add for Students at Zero Cost
Principals can offer a high-quality, industry-oriented enrichment session without any fee or resource burden.
Enhances the School’s Academic Portfolio
Schools can showcase ImagineX as part of their commitment to holistic development and future-oriented education.
Builds Innovation Culture
Exposure to animation, design thinking, filmmaking and emerging technologies helps create a creativity-driven ecosystem in the school.
Strengthens Career Guidance Initiatives
ImagineX supports counselors and teachers by providing structured, accurate, real-world information about modern careers.
Positive Student Engagement
The session sparks curiosity, improves classroom enthusiasm and leaves a long-lasting impression through experiential learning.

Why Principals Choose ImagineX

ImagineX brings industry knowledge, creative inspiration, and career clarity straight to the school campus, giving students the opportunity to explore futures they never knew existed. For principals, it becomes a trusted, impactful and meaningful addition to their school’s academic and career development programs.

Request an ImagineX Workshop for Your School

World-Class Facilities

The institute provides studio-standard tools and learning environments:

  • High-Performance Animation Labs → Equipped with Maya, Blender, Adobe Suite, Unreal Engine.
  • Motion Capture & VFX Labs → Real-time character rigging and cinematic post-production.
  • AI-Driven Media Education → Tools to blend creativity with automation and future-ready workflows.
  • Production & Sound Studios → Facilities for film-making, audio engineering, and multi-platform storytelling.

Placements & Industry Tie-Ups

Lexicon Media & Animation is deeply connected with India’s media, gaming, and animation ecosystem.

Placement Highlights:

  • Animation Studios: Tie-ups with Disney India, Technicolor, and Red Chillies VFX.
  • Gaming Companies: Opportunities with Ubisoft, Nazara, and EA.
  • Media & Advertising: Collaborations with OTT platforms, creative agencies, and production houses.
  • Portfolio Showcase: Every student graduates with a professional reel and portfolio to present to recruiters.

Internships: Students engage in live projects, newsroom internships, and agency workshops throughout their studies.

Program Outcomes

By the end of the program, students graduate with:

  • Creative Portfolio Development → A strong portfolio of films, animations, and projects.
  • Mastery of Media Tools → Proficiency in industry-standard software and technologies.
  • Entrepreneurial Readiness → Ability to launch creative agencies, gaming startups, or freelance careers.
  • Global Career Pathways → Opportunities in animation, VFX, gaming, design, and OTT platforms.

Student Experience

At Lexicon, the program is about living creativity every day.

  • Hackathons & Creative Jams → Collaborative gaming and design competitions.
  • Industry Showcases → Exhibiting projects to recruiters and creative communities.
  • Student Clubs → Media, gaming, and animation clubs nurturing peer-to-peer learning.
  • Alumni Network → Guidance from graduates working in global studios and agencies.

Admission Process

Scholarships Available: Based on merit, need, and diversity.

Admission Process