SkillNet

Industry-Integrated Learning at D-Art College

Work Integrated Training Program (WITP) – Powered by Industry Collaboration with Skill Knowledge Partners (SKPs)

SkillNet: Bridging the Gap Between Learning and Earning

D-Art College’s SkillNet model is more than a training pipeline—it’s a launchpad for serious creative careers. Whether you aim to become a VFX artist, game designer, web creator, or animation director, our SKPs will help shape your journey.

SkillNet is the collaborative industry-driven framework developed by D-Art College to ensure that every student benefits from real-world exposure, practical training, and industry alignment during their academic journey.

Under this model, we follow the Work Integrated Training Program (WITP) approach, where students undergo On-the-Job Training (OJT) and internships through partnerships with carefully selected Skill Knowledge Partners (SKPs).

Why SkillNet Matters

With rapid evolution in the AVGC sector (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics), it’s essential for students to stay ahead of the curve. SkillNet ensures they graduate with:

Hands-on experience
Soft skills and industry ethics
A professional portfolio
Workplace readiness from day one

Key Features of the SkillNet Model:

Identification & Collaboration with SKPs:
D-Art College actively scouts and partners with reputed studios and creative firms in the AVGC and tech space.

Identification & Collaboration with SKPs:
Mandatory internship periods and live projects integrated into all diploma and degree programs.

Expert Interactions:
Industry experts from SKPs visit campus to:

- Deliver guest lectures
- Conduct skill-specific training
- Motivate and mentor students
- Share industry breakthroughs and tool advancements

Industry Integration:
SKPs help in maintaining the relevance and future-readiness of our training models.

Placement Enablement:
Many SKPs serve as hiring pipelines for eligible, well-performing students.

WITP (Work Integrated Training Program)

WITP is a practice-based learning approach that blends

Classroom theory with
Industry-based, hands-on experience

This method ensures students are not just job-ready but also industry-smart.

How Does It Work?

The WITP model blends academic instruction with on-the-job training (OJT) and industry internships. As part of the curriculum, students gain practical exposure with our SKPs while they continue their classroom learning.

✅ Key Benefits:

Learn directly from industry professionals
Work on live projects and production pipelines
Gain portfolio-worthy experience
Earn a modest stipend in some internships
Build industry contacts before graduation

Who Are Skill Knowledge Partners (SKPs)?

Skill Knowledge Partners (SKPs) are recognized industry collaborators who:

Provide students with internships and OJT opportunities
Offer real-world project assignments and feedback
Send expert mentors and guest speakers to the college
Share updates on industry tools, job roles, and future trends
Help shape curriculum content that meets market demands
Support the transition from student to working professional

Role of Skill Knowledge Partners (SKPs)

An SKP (Skill Knowledge Partner) is an industry entity—such as a studio, design agency, production house, or tech company—that collaborates with D-Art College in shaping skilled professionals.

SKPs contribute to student success by:

Offering internships and OJT opportunities during the program
Hosting real-time projects and skill-based assignments
Providing expert sessions, workshops, and live case studies
Sharing insights into market demands, industry revolutions, and new tools
Helping students build portfolios that align with current trends
Offering stipend-based OJT in some cases to support learners financially
Actively participating in curriculum enhancement and assessments

Collaborated Potential SKPs (Skill Knowledge Partners)

Aligned with the Animation, VFX, Gaming, Web Design & Multimedia sectors, D-Art College aims to collaborate with the following types of organizations

🎞️ Animation & VFX Studios

Technicolor India (Bengaluru)
Green Gold Animation (Hyderabad)
DQ Entertainment
Pentamedia Graphics (Chennai)
Toonz Media Group (Trivandrum)
Prana Studios (Mumbai)

🎮 Game Design & AR/VR Companies

99Games (Udupi)
Gametion Technologies (Ludo King)
Nazara Technologies
Tata Elxsi – Gaming Division
Sparx IT Solutions (Game Development)

🖥️ Digital & Web Agencies

Interactive Bees
Webchutney (Dentsu Creative)
Frog Design
Studio Mosaic
Design Boat UI/UX School

🎨 Creative Software Partners

Adobe (India Education Partner)
Autodesk Authorized Training Centers
Blender Foundation – Education Collaborators
Unreal Engine (Epic Games Academic Partner)

YouTube & OTT Content Creators

The Viral Fever (TVF)
Pocket Aces
Terribly Tiny Tales
FilterCopy / Dice Media
Clapboard Productions

Benefits to Students:

Access to real-world industry tools and workflows
Enhanced portfolio quality and interview confidence
Insights from hiring managers and creative directors
Better preparation for freelancing, entrepreneurship, and studio roles
Opportunities to earn modest stipends during internships or OJT phases

SkillNet – Bridging Campus with Creative Careersrs

At D-Art College, we believe that learning doesn’t end in the classroom. Through SkillNet, we bring industry inside the campus—and take students outside into the real world. The result?

Job-ready artists, creators, designers, and storytellers.

Calling New Partners

Are you an animation studio, design agency, gaming company, or tech firm passionate about nurturing future talent?

Partner with D-Art College as an SKP
Join us in empowering India’s next generation of digital creators.

👉 Email: collaborations@dartscollege.ac.in
👉 Call: +91-XXXXXXXXXX (FILL THE APPLICATION FORM)

Student Testimonials

“My internship with a top VFX studio changed how I think about storytelling. It wasn’t just training—it was transformation.”

— Shivangi R., 3D Animation Student

“The expert sessions arranged through SkillNet were eye-opening. We got real tips from working professionals.”

— Rahul K., Motion Graphics Student