Game Art and
Design

Turn passion for games into a career

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Game Art and Design

The gaming industry is one of the most exciting and fast-growing creative sectors. If you are passionate about art, storytelling, and technology, our Game Art and Design course is the perfect starting point. At ZICA, we help you master the skills needed to design characters, environments, and game worlds that bring imagination to life. Whether you are searching for a game art and design course for beginners or aiming to join the best game design course in India, our programme is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in this dynamic industry.

What You Will Gain

As part of this game art and design course in India, you will:

    • Learn concept art, storyboarding, digital painting, and matte painting
    • Develop a foundational understanding of the principles and concepts specific to the field of game art.
    • Create props, characters, and immersive game environments
    • Master computer graphics, rendering, and image processing
    • Build organic and character models with attention to topology, realism, and aesthetics
    • Design compelling game levels

Programme Highlights:

  • Improve visualisation and design skills
  • Learn the complete game art production pipeline
  • Get hands-on with industry-standard open-source software
  • Continuous evaluation through exams, activities and competitions
  • Dedicated placement support and career guidance
  • Learn concept art, storyboarding, digital painting, and matte painting
  • Master computer graphics, rendering, and image processing
  • Build organic and character models with attention to topology, realism, and aesthetics

PCDP in Advanced Game Art and Design (36 Months)

The Professional Career Development Programme in Game Art and Design (PCDPAGAD) is an extensive 36-month programme designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in the industry. It covers a wide range of topics, from fundamental drawing and design principles to advanced techniques in 3D modelling, texturing, rigging, animation, and game development. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard software and tools, preparing them for successful careers.

Become a Professional Artist

Master character concept art, design and character sheets. Create immersive environments with level design, terrain modelling, props and textures. Gain hands-on expertise in game engines like Unreal Engine.

Be Industry Ready

Learn to tell stories through gameplay and environment design, level design, and environmental storytelling. Build a professional portfolio showcasing diverse, high-quality game art and design projects to launch your career.

  • History of Gaming and Game Design Theory
  • Drawing basics and perspective
  • Props design
  • Advanced drawing and character anatomy (Human and creature)
  • Digital painting techniques
  • UI/UX design
  • Prototyping
  • 2D assets design for games
  • 2D character design
  • Fundamentals of Photography
  • Game logo design
  • Gameplay poster design
  • Digital compositing 1
  • Digital compositing 2
  • Modelling
  • Texturing
  • Advanced texturing
  • Environment design and asset creation
  • Advanced character modelling
  • Rigging and skinning
  • Advanced rigging
  • Animation
  • Advanced lighting
  • Dynamics
  • Complex particles
  • Basic blueprint creation
  • Animation
  • Advanced blueprint

Career Opportunities

  • Game Artist
  • Game Designer
  • Game Illustrator
  • Concept Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Environment Artist
  • 3D Modeller
  • Texture Artist
  • Lighting Artist
  • Look Development Artist
  • Character Animator
  • Rigging Artist
  • Technical Animator
  • Compositing Artist
  • Game UI Designer
  • Promotional Design Artist
  • Level Designer
  • Prototype Designer

PDP in Game Art and Design (27 Months)

This programme is designed for aspiring game designers, programmers, and interactive media creators. Students will learn the core principles of game design, art, storytelling, and production, using industry-standard software and emerging technologies. They will develop the skills to create immersive gaming experiences and be prepared for a successful career.

Become a Professional Artist

Gain the skills to research, design, and develop game art for any 3D game. With access to high-end equipment, hands-on training, and expert mentors, students will learn and grow in a truly professional environment.

Be Industry Ready

Graduates will walk away with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of game assets and characters. This professional body of work will serve as a gateway to leading game art and design studios

  • History of Gaming and Game Design
  • Drawing basics and perspective
  • Props and character anatomy
  • Digital painting
  • Game UI/UX design
  • 2D asset design
  • Character design and final polishing
  • Digital Compositing 1
  • Digital Compositing 2
  • Modelling
  • Environment design and asset creation
  • Texturing
  • Rigging and skinning
  • Advanced rigging
  • Animation
  • Advanced lighting
  • Particle system
  • Basic blueprint creation
  • Advanced animation
  • Advanced blueprint with assignment
  • Project

Career Opportunities

  • Game Artist
  • Game Designer
  • Game Illustrator
  • Concept Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Environment Artist
  • 3D Modeller
  • Texture Artist
  • Lighting Artist
  • Look Development Artist
  • Character Animator
  • Rigging Artist
  • Technical Animator
  • Compositing Artist
  • Game UI Designer
  • Promotional Design Artist
  • Level Designer

Professional Programme in Game Art and Design (12 Months)

Game Art and Design encompasses all the visual elements you experience while playing a game. Individuals with artistic talent and a passion for video games are well-suited to pursue a career as game artists. Students will learn the foundations of concept art, storyboarding, digital painting and matte painting, as well as creating objects, props, characters and environments that bring a game to life.

Become a Professional Artist

Students will learn how to research, conceptualise and design original game art essential for creating 3D games. With access to high-end equipment, practical training, and expert mentorship, they will develop their skills in a truly professional environment.

Be Industry Ready

Game art is a fast-evolving and highly competitive field that requires creativity, technical proficiency, and adaptability. This programme prepares students to meet industry demands by fostering continuous learning and skill development.

  • Introduction to Game Design
  • Drawing basics and perspective
  • Props design
  • Advanced drawing and character anatomy
  • Digital painting techniques
  • Introduction to character design
  • Digital compositing
  • Basic and advanced modelling techniques
  • PBR workflow and texture painting
  • Environment design and asset creation
  • Bone structures and constraints
  • Keyframe animation and graph editor
  • Lighting principles and techniques
  • Blueprint creation and level design

Career Opportunities

  • 2D/3D Game Artist
  • Environment Artist
  • Props/Asset Artist
  • 2D/3D Character Artist
  • Texture Artist
  • Lighting Artist
  • Game Designer
  • Level Designer
  • Concept Artist
  • Storyboard Artist
  • 3D Modeller
  • 2D/3D Games Animator
  • Rigging Artist
  • Blueprint Developer
  • Game Compositor
  • Motion Graphics Artist
  • Digital Illustrator
  • Game Art Generalist
  • Freelance Game Artist

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