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Vinod N. K.

Assistant Professor (OC), Department of Visual Media and Communication, School of Arts, Humanities & Commerce, Kochi

Qualification: M.Sc. (Visual Communication), Professional Diploma in Advanced Multimedia Technology with a specialisation in Animation and Web Designing, Diploma in Graphics & UI/UX.
vinodnk@kh.amrita.edu
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Research Interest: Visual Communication, Digital Media and Art, Kerala Traditional Mural Painting, Indian Cultural Heritage, Traditional Art Documentation, Visual Storytelling, Typography and Layout Systems, Digital Media and Visual

Bio

Vinod N. K. is an Assistant Professor (Contract) in the Department of Visual Media and Communication, Amrita School of Arts, Humanities and Commerce, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi Campus. He has more than 23 years of combined professional experience, including 10 years in academia and 14 years in the graphic and web design industry.

He specialises in Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design, Web Design, Multimedia, Typography, Digital Media, Illustration, and Traditional Kerala Mural Art. His teaching and creative practices integrate traditional artistic values with contemporary digital design methodologies.

Vinod N. K. holds an M.Sc. in Visual Communication, a B.A. in Malayalam, a Professional Diploma in Advanced Multimedia Technology with a specialisation in Animation and Web Designing, and a Diploma in Graphics & UI/UX. Through his academic and professional journey, he has actively contributed to design education, visual storytelling, and creative media practices.

Qualifications
  • B.A. in Malayalam
  • M.Sc. in Visual Communication
  • Professional Diploma in Advanced Multimedia Technology with Specialisation in Animation and Web Designing
  • Diploma in UI/ UX Designing
  • Data Entry and Software Operation (LBS)
  • Certify Type writing English Lower (Government of Kerala)
  • Certify Camera Operator (Skill India Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of INDIA)
Positions, Roles and Responsibilities
  • Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students in Visual Media and Communication Design
  • Conducting practical studio sessions in graphic design, photography, multimedia, and digital media
  • Guiding students in creative projects, portfolio development, and visual communication practices
  • Preparing academic assignments, practical examinations, and evaluation criteria
  • Mentoring students in design research and creative problem-solving
  • Organising workshops, seminars, and design-related academic activities
  • Designing creative visual communication materials for academic and professional purposes
  • Developing branding, layout, and multimedia design solutions
  • Supporting curriculum development and course planning in design education
  • Managing digital design and multimedia production activities
  • Practising and promoting Traditional Kerala Mural Painting and Sculpture
  • Preserving traditional visual art forms through creative and academic activities
  • Researching Kerala Traditional Mural Painting and Indian Cultural Heritage
  • Documenting traditional art practices and visual culture
  • Supporting academic and creative research activities in visual communication and design education
Courses Taught
  • Visual Communication Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Photography and Digital Design Practice
  • 2D Art and Design Fundamentals
  • Typography and Layout Design
  • UI/UX Design
  • Web Design and Multimedia
  • Illustration and Concept Art
  • Product Sketching
  • Infographics and Digital Media
  • Indian Traditional Fine Arts
  • Branding and Visual Identity Design
  • Digital Illustration
  • Creative Direction and Visual Development
  • Traditional Kerala Mural Painting
  • Design Fundamentals and Visual Aesthetics
  • Sculpture
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