Netflix partners with IICT & FICCI to power | Indian Movie News
Netflix India has partnered with the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) and FICCI to help college students in India’s AVGC-XR sector, which covers Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality. The MoU was signed in the presence of Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, during the twenty fifth version of FICCI Frames. The collaboration goals to mix Netflix’s artistic expertise, IICT’s industry-focused curriculum, and FICCI’s community to help nurture expertise in India’s creative-technology subject.
Netflix will work with IICT to help develop its curriculum and present alternatives for college students to be taught from industry professionals. The collaboration will embody workshops, masterclasses, and visitor lectures either straight or through partners aimed at mentoring college students, bettering the training setting, and equipping them with abilities to succeed in the artistic industry.
Under this MoU, Netflix will use the Netflix Fund for Creative Equity to present scholarships to chosen college students, chosen in collaboration with IICT. The fund is aimed at creating alternatives for underrepresented expertise in the media and leisure industry.
To help this partnership, Netflix will be a part of three of IICT’s national councils the R&D Council, the Academic Council, and the Industry Development Council bringing together specialists from academia, industry, and coverage to contribute to the growth of India’s AVGC-XR ecosystem.
Mahima Kaul, Director – Global Affairs, Netflix India, shared, “Building on our efforts to promote skill development and inclusive access in the media and entertainment sector, this collaboration with IICT and FICCI aligns with the government’s vision to strengthen India’s AVGC sector. By nurturing world-class talent, IICT aims to serve as a catalyst for India’s digital economy empowering youth and enhancing the nation’s creative capabilities. Together, we aim to equip every aspiring creator with the tools and opportunities to drive innovation in entertainment.”
Dr. Vishwas Deoskar, Chief Executive Officer, IICT, shared, “This collaboration with Netflix and FICCI marks a significant step in bridging the gap between academia and the creative industry. By providing our students with hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to global best practices, we are equipping the next generation of storytellers and technologists to thrive in India’s dynamic AVGC-XR ecosystem.”
Munjal Shroff, Chairman, FICCI AVGC-XR Forum, shared, “The establishment of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) as the National Centre of Excellence marks a transformative moment for India’s AVGC-XR sector. This MoU with IICT and Netflix underscores our commitment to building an industry-led ecosystem where academia, industry, and policy converge to unlock new opportunities. FICCI is proud to facilitate this collaboration, which will not only strengthen India’s position as a global hub for creative technologies but also nurture future-ready talent, drive innovation, and create pathways for sustainable growth in the sector.”
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