Building industry-ready talent for India’s animation, VFX, gaming, and extended reality ecosystem through structured digital education and industry integration.
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Program Overview
The Digital Art Centres (DAC) initiative is a flagship talent development program led by ABAI in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka, aimed at integrating digital creative skills into academic institutions.
DAC focuses on bridging the gap between traditional fine arts education and the evolving requirements of the AVGC-XR industry by introducing students to industry-relevant tools, workflows, and career pathways.
Implemented across multiple institutions, the program enables early exposure to animation, VFX, gaming, and digital content creation—helping students transition from foundational artistic training to professional industry roles. With over 25+ centres already established and expanding, DAC is building a scalable and inclusive talent pipeline for India’s creative technology ecosystem.
Training Modules
The DAC curriculum is designed to be industry-aligned, modular, and focused on practical learning across key AVGC-XR domains.
Core training areas include:
Digital illustration, concept art, and visual development
2D and 3D animation fundamentals, including character & environment design
Visual effects basics, compositing, and motion graphics
Portfolio & showreel development aligned with industry hiring standards
Each module emphasizes hands-on learning, enabling students to work on real-world assignments and build strong, industry-ready portfolios.
Partnerships
DAC is implemented through a collaborative ecosystem involving ABAI, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders.
Partnerships focus on:
Integrating industry-relevant curriculum within academic institutions
Enabling access to digital tools, infrastructure, and training resources
Conducting workshops, masterclasses, & mentorship sessions by industry professionals
Creating pathways for internships, live projects, and placements
This collaborative model ensures that training remains aligned with evolving industry needs while strengthening the connection between academia and the AVGC-XR industry.
Success Stories
The DAC initiative has demonstrated strong impact in expanding access to AVGC-XR education and improving industry readiness among students.
Key outcomes include:
Increased participation in digital creative education across institutions
Improved employability through portfolio-driven, practical training
Expansion of AVGC-XR talent development beyond major urban centres
Stronger alignment between academic programs and industry requirements
By enabling institutions and students to adopt digital creative practices, DAC is contributing to the development of a robust and future-ready talent ecosystem.
Contact for Collaboration
Interested in setting up or participating in a Digital Art Centre?
Collaborate with ABAI to bring structured AVGC-XR training, industry exposure, and digital creative education to your institution or organization.
