Arena Animation hosted a special webinar for over 5000 students on opportunities and innovation in India’s burgeoning gaming industry
Tuesday, February 25, 2025: Arena Animation, India’s leading animation institute and training brand of Aptech Limited, organised a special webinar for its students, giving them an exclusive and in-depth access into understanding the evolving world of game design and how to tap into those. Over 5000 students from Arena Animation’s centres across India attended the webinar online. The masterclass session aimed to provide real-world industry exposure to the students, setting a new benchmark by leveraging strong industry ties to prepare students for successful careers in the growing Media & Entertainment industry.
The industry session was conducted by Mr. Utkarsh Veer, Founder & Director, Rocksalt Interactive Games Pvt. Ltd. to highlight the recent developments in technology and infrastructure in the world of gaming and game development. The session focused on the aspects of game development that aspiring game developers need to keep in mind, alongside identifying emerging opportunities and trends to capitalise on one’s creativity and vision. Rocksalt is a leading game art service provider, Rocksalt has been at the forefront of delivering 3D and 2D game art for over 70 game titles across multi-platforms and genres. Over the last 12 years, its team of highly talented art professionals have constantly pushed the boundaries of gaming to create high-end content and rich experiences for clients worldwide. Headquartered in Singapore, it has access to quality talent across Asia and India.
Mr. Utkarsh Veer, Founder & Director, Rocksalt Interactive Games Pvt. Ltd. shared, “It is always refreshing and enlightening to engage with the young minds who are going to enter into this industry. I had a great time talking to the students of Arena Animation and answering their numerous questions on the world of gaming. It validates how much the gaming industry in India has developed over the years and evolved into a serious business with the potential to create thousands of job opportunities, providing a sustainable economic foundation to individuals who want to channelise their passion into something meaningful. I thank the Arena Animation team for inviting me and I wish my best to the students as they enter into the professional realm.”
Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Sandip Weling, Chief Business Officer, Global Retail, Aptech Limited and Brand Custodian, Arena Animation said, “At Arena Animation, we believe that initiatives & shared platforms with the industry play an important role in preparing our students for a successful career in the gaming & media and entertainment industries. The recent session with Mr. Utkarsh Veer is a testament to our belief and focus on providing our students real world insights and an idea of the opportunities straight from the leaders. This industry exposure for our students helps them understand the skills required to excel in today’s competitive world, and bridge the gap between academic training and the needs of any industry.”
With the AVGC-XR industry poised for significant growth, Arena Animation’s continued efforts to provide such platforms to students ensure they are well-prepared for future opportunities in the global media landscape. The webinar not only showcased the training academy’s commitment to skill-building but is also aligned with our honourable Prime Minister’s vision of turning India into a global hub for gaming and AVGC-XR.