Hyderabad, India - March 23, 2026 - Creative Multimedia College, India's pioneering institution in Animation, Visual Effects, Graphic Design, UI/UX, and Game Art education, has been officially awarded the Rookies Certified School status for the 2026 academic year — one of the most coveted recognitions in the global creative media education landscape.
The Rookies, a globally respected platform that connects students and graduates with leading studios such as ILM, Pixar, and Ubisoft, awards this certification exclusively to institutions that demonstrate outstanding commitment to industry-relevant training, student outcomes, and creative excellence.
A Milestone 28 Years in the Making
Founded in 1998, Creative Multimedia has spent nearly three decades shaping the careers of creative professionals across India. Operating through Creative Multimedia Academy — recognized as India's largest Animation and VFX training facility — and Creative Multimedia College of Fine Arts, the first Visual Arts college affiliated with JNAFA (Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts) University, the institution has built an unmatched legacy in digital media education.
The Rookies Certified School accreditation is a formal stamp of approval, recognizing Creative Multimedia College among the very best creative schools in the world.
What This Means for Students
Being listed on The Rookies platform puts Creative Multimedia College students directly in front of the world's top studios and recruiters. The certification brings with it significant benefits:
- Global visibility on a platform actively used by top-tier VFX, Animation, Gaming, and Design studios worldwide
- Validation of the college's curriculum and training standards against international benchmarks
- Access to career opportunities through The Rookies' global network of creative employers
- Enhanced portfolio recognition for students applying to international studios and graduate programs
Exceptional Track Record
Creative Multimedia College's credentials speak for themselves. The institution boasts a remarkable 90% employment rate among its graduates, with students actively showcasing their work on The Rookies platform and accumulating over 2,660 high fives as of March 2026 — a measure of peer recognition from the global creative community.
As an Unreal Authorized Training Partner, Creative Multimedia College provides students with hands-on access to Epic Games' industry-standard Unreal Engine technology — a vital skill in today's competitive game development and real-time VFX market.
World Firsts & Industry Firsts
Creative Multimedia is a serial pioneer in the global creative education space. Over the past two and a half decades, the institution has established a remarkable series of industry and world firsts:
- First college to formalize a partnership with JNAFA University (2009)
- India's first HD-3D animation short film — 'Yugapurushudu' — officially launched by a Chief Minister (2010)
- Built the World's Largest Praxinoscope, inaugurated by renowned filmmaker SS Rajamouli at Shilpa Kala Vedika (2018)
- Exclusive MoU with VanArts, Canada (ranked #3 Animation school in the world) for advanced placement of students (2019)
- First UX Design degree program in the Telugu states (2020)
- Published the world's first comprehensive career guide on Digital Media — "Exciting Careers in Digital Media" — mapping 72 distinct career pathways, later released in a trilingual edition in English, Telugu, and Hindi (2021)
- First Unreal Authorized Training Centre in the Telugu states (2022)
- Student film "Feel the Punch" — the first student animation film in India to cross 32 million YouTube views by Mar 2026.
- YouTube Silver Play Button — first and only animation training facility in India to receive it (2023), second in the world after Gobelins, France
- Multiple awards from AnimationXpress EduSpark Summit, World Innovation Congress, Indus Foundation, BIG Brands Research, Brands Academy, and the Telangana IT Association
- Excellent Performance Award from the Hon'ble Governor Shri E.S.L. Narasimhan for Blood Donation Camps supporting Thalassemia patients — awarded three times
"This certification from The Rookies is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing world-class creative education right here in India. For over 28 years, we have been dedicated to bridging the gap between education and industry—and today, the world recognizes that dedication." — Raja Sekhar Buggaveeti, Founder & CEO
About Creative Multimedia College
Creative Multimedia, headquartered in Hyderabad, India, is a comprehensive digital media education enterprise with over 28 years of industry experience. Offering specialized training in Animation, Visual Effects, User Interface and User Experience Design, Game Art, and Graphic Design, the institution serves students aspiring to build careers in the global creative industries.
About The Rookies
The Rookies is a globally recognized platform that discovers, showcases, and celebrates the next generation of creative talent. Used by leading studios worldwide, The Rookies Certified School program identifies institutions that deliver industry-relevant creative education, ensuring students graduate ready for careers in film, television, games, and digital media.
Media Contact
Company Name: Creative Multimedia Group
Contact Person: Sekhar R
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Phone: +91 96594 89659
Address:5th floor, Sai Towers Main Road, Dilsukhnagar, Metro pillar number A 1519
City: Hyderabad
State: Telangana
Country: India
Website: https://www.bestmultimedia.com/the-rookies-certified/
