I am Muniraj P, currently working as an Assistant Professor at Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, a constituent unit of MAHE, Manipal. I specialize in the AVGC (Animation, VFX, and Gaming) industry, with over 18 years of experience, including 5 years in production and 13 years in academic.

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As an Assistant Professor, I am passionate about exploring AI for creative design, AR/VR, and photogrammetry, while empowering students in animation and creative technology through innovative learning practices and project-based mentorship.

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I hold a Master’s degree in Graphics, Animation & VFX (2023–2025) and am an Autodesk Certified Instructor (Maya, 2012–2015). Additionally, I hold dual bachelor’s degrees — B.Sc. in Animation (2009–2011) and B.Com. (2001–2004) — along with certifications in Autodesk Maya (2007) and Unreal Engine Fundamentals (2023).

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Throughout my career, I have trained over 5,000 students, contributed to AAA game titles, and delivered production-based training sessions emphasizing research-driven workflows. I have also collaborated with leading animation studios in Bangalore, providing production training, supporting research initiatives, and contributing to talent development in the 3D domain.

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My extensive background in both education and production enables me to foster creative excellence and workflow efficiency. I am deeply committed to advancing design education, mentoring emerging talent, and ensuring that every project achieves its creative and technical goals with innovation and precision.