inGame Academy is a not-for-profit initiative by Keywords Studios and Lakshya, aimed at elevating the quality of education for students looking to enter the gaming industry
Since its inception in 2012, inGame Academy has developed a scalable framework for skilling in Game Art, Game Animation, Project Management, and the newly added Game Engineering. In addition to operating our own inhouse academy, we also partner with governments, skilling agencies, universities, and colleges both public and private to design and deliver specialised skilling and degree programs. Furthermore, the academy is also testament to our commitment to promoting career opportunities and faculty development within the educational community.
Our mission is to deliver world-class skilling programs designed and taught by industry experts, empowering students to build rewarding careers in the gaming industry and other sectors that deploy gaming technologies.
We have a strong internal Academy since 2012, that is built with Industry experts that deliver industry driven training programs on Game Art, Game Animation and Project Management.
Led by Industry experts +We have a strong internal Academy since 2012, thatis built with Industry experts that deliver industrydriven training programs on Game Art, GameAnimation and Project Management.Partnerships and Alliances +Our strategic partnerships aim to strengthen the skilling ecosystem by cultivating apool of highly talented, industry-ready professionals to fuel the growth of thegaming industry.
Lakshya proudly serves as a Chief Mentor with WorldSkills International, guidingand training students for global competitions.
We form strategic alliances with government and private institutions to elevate thequality of skilling programs in line with industry standards and trends. Our servicesinclude course design, curriculum development, academy setup, facultydevelopment, and related advisory services. A prime example is the 3-year GameArt degree program at the Government Degree College for Women in Hyderabad.
We welcome collaborations with like-minded partners who share our vision ofindustry-focused skilling and nurturing future game artists. If you’re interested inworking together, we invite you to connect with us.
At Lakshya and Keywords, we are dedicated to helping our employees reach theirfull potential. Our Learning and Development (L&D) team focuses on several keyareas to support your career growth.
The Academy’s curriculums are structured to provide in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in various domains. Each program is meticulously crafted to address the specific needs of the gaming industry, preparing participants to excel in their respective fields.
Our 6+ month master classes offer a blend of classroom instruction and production training across various domains, including character design, animation, vehicle design, and more.
Our 4–6 months internships provide practical experience across various domains, offering participants the chance to work on real-world projects. This hands-on experience allows them to apply their skills in a professional setting.
Our 6-month internal PM Training Program builds a solid foundation in project management, combining online learning, interactive workshops, and hands-on project work.
Our Training of Trainers (ToT) program is a vital initiative focused on boosting the skills and effectiveness of our academy trainers and supporting the faculty development of our partners.