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SXILL Wins UK Award – Best Animation and Post-Production Studio 2024

December 21, 2024

United Kingdom, 2024 – APAC Insider Magazine is proud to unveil the winners of this year’s APAC Business Awards.

APAC has Awarded SXILL as the Best Animation and Production Studio 2024 across the world under their Business Awards Category. The same is reflected on their website https://apacinsider.digital/winners/sxill/

Vineet Raj Kapoor (IDT Lead Expert Worldskills, and Founder SXILL and Chandigarh Design School) shared “At SXILL and Chandigarh Design School, we are always committed to excellence. The frequent acknowledgement by leading Award bodies adding trophies to our Awards shelf is the Jewel in the Crown for our students – who are reveling in their careers at Amazon, Microsoft, Xentrix, Technicolor, Cosmos Maya, Digitoonz, PhilmCGI, 88 Pictures and other leading Studios.”

Now in its ninth consecutive year, our APAC Business Awards is here to inform and inspire others as we showcase a range of businesses and individuals who are positively impacting the trajectory of their industries across the APAC region.

Furthermore, influencing the rest of the world, our winners continue to put their best foot forward while staying ahead of trends and setting the bar high for those to come after them. From home improvements to AI-powered innovations, digital marketing solutions to communications design, and more, our winners are elevating and enriching a diverse mix of sectors, and we’re delighted to highlight their excellence.

Neelu Kapoor (Indiaskills Graphic Design Technology Jury) and Founder SXILL thanked “APAC” for the Best Animation and Product Studio 2024 Award and for reaching out to us after researching thousands of Institutes and Studios. We take this award from England as a Global Acceptance of our Brand. This helps students in Europe and America to have an alternative that is more value for money. We surely understand that the students across the world share the same issues of financial burden while studying and are doing our bit in easing that for them.

Awards Co-ordinator Kaven Cooper commented: “I want to wish our awardees all the best for the future to come as they dedicate their time and resources to their clients, customers, products, and services. This year has been a progressive time for them and I’m sure their success will continue to flourish

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Chandigarh Design School delivers Design Thinking Course at Panjab University

December 20, 2024

CSDE SEC Design Thinking Valedictory Function

Chandigarh Design School trained a select group of Panjab University students in Design Thinking for CSDE, DIC and IIC lead Design Thinking Course for students across Panjab University including MBA and Engineering Students. This program was conducted from 7-20 December 2024 at CSDE, Sec 25, Panjab University. It was attended by more than 30 students across Panjab University.

Vineet Raj Kapoor (Lead Expert IDT Worldskills, and Founder SXILL and Chandigarh Design School) shared “Training students from Panjab University was a wonderful opportunity. We trained them in various approaches to Design Thinking, and especially sensitized and trained them the toughest field of empathetic thinking, since that is what most UX Designers in India lack. Being a practitioner and trainer of UX Design and Design Thinking since 2014, I was aware of the huge gap between theory and practice that exists in India even in the top institutes. So we focused on problem finding right from the start, and also about developing personas, and taking it from there to concept design, while passing through various phases like user journey mapping and other steps.” He quipped, “Don’t worry all this would be part of my upcoming book – SOLVXD: Think in Steps – that would be coming out soon.

The students of the cohort were asked to work on the current problem faced by Panjab University Students and PGIMER Patients, of the PGI-PU crossing. The Chief Guest at the Valedictory, ex Vice Chancellor Panjab University Prof. Grover lauded the Design Thinking Course by Chandigarh Design School by saying, “The students have worked on a very relevant problem and the country needs more such programs which make them problem solvers. He commented on how education moved away from relevance in recent times, and the need to bring it back on track by such programs. This program should be taught to at least 6000 students every year.”

Arya Kalia, an MBA student of University Business School, Panjab University, who attended the course, stated that, “I gained a lot from this course. Vineet Sir’s examples were very relevant and helped us understand the fundamentals in depth with clarity.”

Ashman Kaur Kohli, another student from MBA, mentioned “I personally gained a lot from Vineet Sir’s Sessions and I shall be using these learning in my professional as well as personal life.”

Neelu Kapoor (Indiaskills Graphic Design Technology Jury) and Founder SXILL mentioned, “This was the first time Chandigarh Design School tendered a semester long Creative Thinking for Professional Success course, and we are quite excited by the quality of the assignments by the talented students of Thapar. Before this we had tendered Faculty Development Program at Chitkara, which was also highly appreciated by the CSE Faculty who were part of the FDP.”

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Design Thinking Corporate Workshop by Vineet Raj Kapoor

December 6, 2024

Corporate Design Thinking Workshop at Circulants USA by Vineet Raj Kapoor

Chandigarh Design School Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor, did a special corporate workshop for Circulants USA, for their Pune and Jaipur Teams. The workshop was attended by more than 40 employees across both the location. It was done in hybrid mode with Pune attending live and Jaipur joining through the zoom. Circulants is a leading IT Solutions provider from California. They have been using the services of Virtualsoft and Vineet Raj Kapoor as their Design Principal in the past for various international projects.

Vineet Raj Kapoor (Indian IDT Lead Expert Worldskills, and Founder SXILL and Chandigarh Design School) shared “Training the employees of Circulants USA was a wonderful opportunity since it was our first Offline Corporate Training in Design Thinking after COVID. We trained them in various approaches to solve problems keeping the Human Factors in mind while not compromising on the business side of design. Being a practitioner and trainer of UX Design and Design Thinking since 2014, I was aware of the huge gap between theory and practice that exists in India even in the top institutes. So we focused on problem finding right from the start, and also about developing personas, and taking it from there to concept design, while passing through various phases like user journey mapping and other steps.” He quipped, “Don’t worry all this would be part of my upcoming book – SOLVXD: Think in Steps – that would be coming out soon.

Sanjay Koshathwar, Founder at Circulants, said, “Vineet is brilliant when it comes to Design Thinking. I have rarely seen another Indian who is as sharp with Design and Business. He never loses the sight of the final goal while dribbling the ball. Learning from him is an immense opportunity for my staff. I look forward to having him around more often.”

Neelu Kapoor (Indiaskills Graphic Design Technology Jury) and Founder SXILL mentioned, “This was the first time Chandigarh Design School tendered an Offline Workshop in Design Thinking at Circulants, and we are quite excited by the quality of the staff at Circulants. Before this we had tendered Faculty Development Program at Chitkara, Pune University, Thapar University as well as student sessions for DY Patil University, Panjab University, Thapar University, BITS Pilani and others.”

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Pune University Design Thinking FDP conducted by CDS Founder Chandigarh Design School Founder

December 6, 2024

Design Thinking FDP at Pune University by Vineet Raj Kapoor

Chandigarh Design School Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor trained a select group of Pune University Faculty in Design Thinking. He took the important sessions on Design Thinking for “Impact of Storytelling” and “Case Studies – Innovation and Entrepreneurship”. The FDP was attended by 45 Faculty across Pune University. The FDP was held at ASSIM Engineering College, Pune.

Vineet Raj Kapoor (IDT Lead Expert Worldskills representing India, and Founder SXILL and Chandigarh Design School) shared “Training Faculty from Pune University was a wonderful opportunity. The Faculty Development Program happened on 6 December 2024. We took care to equip them with enough examples and cases of Storytelling as well as for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, in a manner that they are able to retain the information and put it in perspective since Design Thinking is a complex subject and is largely misrepresented. We trained them in various approaches to Design Thinking, and especially sensitized and trained them in the toughest field of empathetic thinking, since that is what most UX Designers in India lack. Being a practitioner and trainer of UX Design and Design Thinking since 2014, I feel responsible for the state of UIUX Design in India. Despite our best efforts, a large swathe of Industry as well as trainers are unaware of the possibilities of UX Design and think about it as a burden. We are doing our best to rectify the situation by giving great manpower to the starved Software Industry in India.” He quipped, “Don’t worry all this would be part of my upcoming book – SOLVXD: Think in Steps – that would be coming out soon.

Neelu Kapoor (Indiaskills Graphic Design Technology Jury) and Founder SXILL mentioned, “This was the third time Chandigarh Design School tendered a Faculty Development Program at Pune University. Earlier we have done programs for Thapar University, Chitkara University, GNDU, Panjab University among others. We are also doing international Programs in Design Thinking with leading institutions abroad. We are aware that training a faculty is much more important as it can directly impact the lives of 1000s of students.”

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SXILL and Chandigarh Design School Inspire students at Vocational Seminar at APS Chandimandir

October 15, 2024

SXILL and Chandigarh Design School Inspire students at Vocational Seminar at APS Chandimandir

Chandigarh, 15 October 2024 – SXILL and Chandigarh Design School actively participated in the Vocational Seminar at Army Public School, Chandimandir, where they offered students a unique opportunity to explore and understand career options in digital and creative fields. This event featured insightful sessions led by industry experts including Bikramjit Singh, SXILL’s Chief Mentor, who introduced students to the world of Digital Marketing—a field filled with growth potential and innovative opportunities for young creatives. Mangat Chauhan, Production Manager at Virtualsoft, captivated students with his expertise in animation, specifically through his work on the popular series Motu Patlu, showcasing the evolving entertainment landscape and high demand for skilled animators.

The seminar also highlighted Vineet Raj Kapoor, the visionary Founder of Chandigarh Design School, who delved into the growing fields of UI/UX Design and Game Design. Kapoor’s session gave students an in-depth view of how design principles intersect with technology, shaping user experiences and gaming as integral parts of the digital industry. The event further included an Education Fair, which allowed students to engage in one-on-one conversations with these professionals, ask questions, and gain practical advice on the steps needed to pursue careers in these high-demand fields.

SXILL and Chandigarh Design School’s participation reinforced their commitment to guiding the next generation of creative professionals. By bridging the gap between education and industry, the seminar provided students with actionable insights, making them more informed about career possibilities that align with their skills and passions. Through interactive sessions, hands-on discussions, and expert-led guidance, this seminar equipped students with the knowledge to navigate and succeed in the dynamic world of digital careers. Events like these continue to empower students, nurturing talent and preparing them to excel in a rapidly evolving job market.

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Chandigarh Design School Founder invited to Gobelins France

September 17, 2024

Gobelins Paris France Chandigarh Design School

Chandigarh, 17 Sep 2024 – Chandigarh Design School Founder, and SXILL Cofounder Vineet Raj Kapoor was Invited to visit world’s Top Design Schools Gobelins, at Paris, France for a discussion meeting with the Director International Collaborations Mr. Clement Levallois, HOD. Gobelins is one the top 3 design colleges of the world, in a list that includes Sheridan College, Oakville, Canada and CALARTS, USA. Vineet Raj Kapoor was personally given a complete campus tour at Gobelins by the HOD himself.

Vineet Raj Kapoor shares, “It was a super charged meeting discussion about Game Design, AI, UI UX Design, Interaction Design and it’s future. We discussed pedagogy and learning pathways. This would open pathways for SXILL and Chandigarh Design Students to learn at Gobelins and Gobelins students to take advantage of our pedagogy one day.”

Clement Levallois commented, “The pedagogy at SXILL and Chandigarh Design School is way ahead of it’s time, and one the best I have ever come across.”

Ranked as the world’s leading school for animation, GOBELINS Paris offers a complete curriculum from Bachelor to Master of Arts, an English-language program and a French-language program with a double degree, as well as a one-year preparatory program. Founded over fifty years ago, GOBELINS Paris has become a leader among schools for the visual arts. GOBELINS Paris sets itself apart by preparing students to work in a wide range of professions within the visual arts.

Offering degree programmes for creating images in a variety their forms (print, animation, interactive, 3D, virtual reality), GOBELINS believes in project based learning from concept through production.

Neelu Kapoor, Director, SXILL mentions, “We are very glad to connect with the top design schools in the world and learn from them. We want to add value to every student’s life at SXILL and at Gobelins.”

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SXILL Founder lauded for exemplary work in Worldskills International Invitational Competition in China

July 15, 2024

VIneet Raj Kapoor Expert Certificate International Shenzhen Invitational Competition Shenzhen China

SXILL Founder lauded for exemplary work in Worldskills International Invitational Competition in China

Chandigarh Design School (India’s only accredited NSDC certification provider in UI UX Design) Founder and SXILL Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor was part of the Worldskills International (Shenzhen) Invitational Competition at China. He was lauded for the exemplary work done by him in Worldskills International Invitational Competition in China.

International (Shenzhen) Invitational Competition is part of the preparation for Worldskills that is being held in September 2024 at Lyon France.

Founded in 1950, WorldSkills is the global hub for skills excellence and development. WorldSkills brings youth, industries, and educators together to give youth the chance to compete, experience, and learn how to become the best in their skill of choice. From the traditional trades to multi-skilled technology careers in the industry and service sectors, supported by partners, industries, governments, volunteers, and educational institutions, WorldSkills’ vision is to improve the world through the power of skills. It has 85 member countries and regions, all working with youth, educators, governments, and industries to help prepare the workforce and talent of today for the jobs of the future.

IndiaSkills 2023 National Competition was held from 16-18 May 2024 at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi. Participants from 26 states/ union territories displayed their talent in 54 skills such as design, graphics, beauty therapy, cyber security, floristry robot system integration, cloud computing, water technology, painting and decorating, health and social care, among others. The candidates will compete against more than 1,400 participants from over 60 countries competing in 63 skills. A biennial competition, WorldSkills Competition has become popular over the years and is a global hub for skill excellence, bringing together skilled youth of diverse backgrounds and nations.

IndiaSkills Competition is organised by National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), an apex skill development organisation working under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). IndiaSkills, the country’s biggest skill competition, is designed to demonstrate the highest standards of skilling and offers a platform to young people to showcase their talent at national and international levels. IndiaSkills Competition—regional and national—is held every two years with the support of state governments, industry, Sector Skill Councils (SSCs), State Skill Development Missions (SSDMs), corporates and partner institutes. IndiaSkills Competition has the potential to reach the grassroot level and make an impact.

Worldskills 2024 would take place at Lyon, France from 10-15 September 2024. India is sending a contingent of about 60 candidates and 50 experts to compete for the Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals. This contingent would be attending a farewell at Delhi on 3 September.

Speaking on the success, the SXILL Founder Vineet Raj Kapoor, and National Jury and Expert (Industrial Design) for Worldskills said “I am thankful to MESC India for providing me the opportunity to serve the country as Skill Competition Manager and Chief Expert (India) for IDT, and finally as India’s Expert for Industrial Design Technology at Worldskills, Lyon, France in September 2024”.

Neelu Kapoor shared, “At SXILL the Students have the opportunity to choose from a range of skills including Graphic Design, Film Making, UI/UX Design, Animation, 3D Modelling, Digital Marketing, and a chance for upward mobility through upskilling for top performers. The programme facilitates seamless transitions between skills, giving students unmatched flexibility to shape their career direction as their careers progress. After providing our expertise in animation to faculty and students in leading colleges like Thapar University, DY Patil, PEC, Chitkara, Panjab University, GNDU etc., we have now opened it to students from all institutes. We have trained students from NID, MIT and other institutes for Government Skill Councils and Missions under Skill India. We are also conducting programs in Design Thinking with leading international institutes abroad”.

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