Anjaneya Prasad Kumar Kokku
Assistant Professor
Anjaneya Prasad Kumar Kokku is an Assistant Professor at MIC, Animation Department, MAHE, Manipal with over 15 years of teaching experience. He specialises in Visual Effects (VFX) and Graphic Design, focusing on equipping students with both artistic creativity and technical precision. Anjaneya teaches various subjects, including compositing, editing, MatchMove, 3D animation, motion graphics, design, UIUX and visual storytelling, emphasising practical, hands-on learning. He integrates real-world projects and collaborative assignments to prepare students for the challenges of the media/ Film industry. Committed to staying current with industry trends, he participates in workshops, seminars, and collaborations, bringing the latest knowledge into the classroom. His approach bridges the gap between academic learning and the dynamic needs of industries like film, gaming, and advertising. Anjaneya's ultimate goal is to inspire creativity while building the technical expertise students need to thrive in the competitive media landscape.
Manipal Institute of Communication
Qualification: AD3D in Animation, B.E (CSE), M.B.A (Marketing)
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Assistant Professor at MIC, Manipal
Editing and Compositing Faculty
3D Dynamics Faculty
MIC ARTIFEX Coordinator
MIC Quality Team Member
SUBJECTS CURRENTLY TEACHING
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Digital Design | I |
| Matte Painting | II |
| Editing & Compositing | III |
| 3D Dynamics | IV |
| Graphic Design | V |
| Visual Effects | V |
| Digital Compositing | V |
| Digital Compositing | IV |
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Computer Science | Ramakrishna Polytechnic | 1999 |
| Bachelor of Engineering | Computer Science | University of Madras | 2003 |
| MBA | Marketing | Alagappa University | 2007 |
| Diploma | AD3D | MAAC | 2008 |
| Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers | Graphic Design | University of Colorado | 2020 |
| How to Make a Comic Book | Comic Design | High Tech High Graduate School of Education | 2020 |
| Visual Elements of User Interface Design | UI UX Design | CaLARTS | 2020 |
| UX Design Fundamentals | UI UX Design | CaLARTS | 2020 |
| VR and 360 Video Production | VR | Google Daydream Impact | 2020 |
| Satellite Photogrammetry and its Applications | Photogrammetry | Indian Institute of Remote Sensing | 2020 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frameboxx | Instructor | Post Production Instructor | 2008-2011 |
| Frameboxx | Senior VFX Mentor | VFX Mentor Associate Center Manager | 2011-2016 |
| ICAT Design & Media College | Lecturer | VFX Lecturer | 2016-2016 |
| Wiztoonz Animations Private Limited | Faculty- VFX | VFX Faculty | 2016-2017 |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
Area of Interest
VFX, Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Drawing and Painting
Area of Expertise
Motion Graphics, Matchmove, Rotoscopy, Graphic Design
Area of Research
VFX in Advertisements/Movies
Professional Affiliations & Contributions
- Motion Graphic Promo Design for SRIVARI ENTERPRISES- Australian based Indian Movie distribution company
- Motion Graphics and Roto work for IME- Center for India Music Experience, Bangalore
- Promo for TECHIESMATRIMONY, Bangalore
- KHODAY INDIA LIMITED, Bangalore- Inter linking of rivers project motion graphics work
- CELLIBER SEARCH AND RESCUE SOLUTIONS, BANGALORE- Motion graphics and 3D Compositing
- Logo Design for THE VIJAYAWADA SANITARYWARE ASSOCIATION, VIJAYAWADA
- Motion graphics for THE RAJAHMUNDRY MUNCIPAL CORPORATION related work
- Logo Design for SRI GOWTHAMI YOGA, Rajahmundry
- Logo Design for SRI GOWTHAMI EDUCATION & RESEARCH SOCIETY, Rajahmundry