Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Deepak Sharma
Assistant Professor
Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University Kolkata, India
Ph.D. (Animation & VFX), Faculty of Design & Arts
Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Deepak Sharma is an academician and researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Learning, Animation, Visual Effects (VFX), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), Gamification, and Digital Media. His doctoral research introduced the concept of “Gamixfication,” integrating gamification with immersive technologies to enhance learning experiences. He is the recipient of the Best Paper Award (2024) and serves as a technical expert on the syllabus sub-committee for 3D Animation and Graphics under the West Bengal State Council of Technical & Vocational Education and Skill Development (WBSCTVESD). As the Editor-in-Chief of Navkosh Journal: Journal of Immersive Learning, AI and Digital Media, he is committed to promoting high-quality, ethical, and interdisciplinary research in emerging technologies and digital education.
Research Interests: Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Learning, AR/VR/MR, Animation & VFX, Digital Media, Gamification, Educational Technology, Computer Graphics.
ORCID: 0000-0002-6599-4574
Google Scholar: izzJrF0AAAAJ
Scopus Author ID: 58519690100
LinkedIn: Dr. Deepak Sharma
Managing Editor
Mr. Sujit Kumar Karmakar
Assistant Professor, School of Fine Arts
Amity University Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Mr. Sujit Kumar Karmakar is an Assistant Professor at Amity University Kolkata with expertise in animation, filmmaking, multimedia, and game design. He is actively engaged in teaching, research, and creative practice in the fields of digital media and visual communication. His academic interests focus on animation production, filmmaking techniques, multimedia technologies, interactive media, and gaming. He is committed to fostering innovation and creativity through interdisciplinary learning and research in animation and digital arts.
ORCID ID: 0009-0000-5480-3405
Research Interests: Animation, Filmmaking, Multimedia, Game Design, Digital Media, Visual Communication.
Associate Editor
Dr. Rishika Sharma
Assistant Professor
Department of Animation & Multimedia
Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra – Off Campus Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Rishika Sharma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animation & Multimedia at Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra – Off Campus Jaipur, with over 16 years of teaching and research experience. She holds a Ph.D. in Drawing & Painting (Advertising Art) from the University of Rajasthan. Her research interests include Visual Communication, Advertising Art, Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, Artificial Intelligence, and Traditional & Digital Art. She has published research in national and international journals and has collaborated with Columbia University and NCERT on educational animation projects. She is the recipient of the Shiksha Ratan Award 2023 and actively contributes to research, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary academic initiatives.
Research Interests: Visual Communication, Advertising Art, Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, Artificial Intelligence, Traditional & Digital Art.
ORCID: 0009-0000-6636-7794
Associate Editor
Dr. Jitendra Sharma
Professor & Dean
Faculty of Design & Arts
Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Jitendra Sharma is Professor and Dean at the Faculty of Design & Arts, Poornima University, Jaipur, with over 23 years of experience in academia, research, and the creative industries. He holds a Ph.D. in Fine Art Photography and has worked with leading animation studios, including BIG Animation Studios (Reliance Entertainment). His research focuses on AVGC-XR, Visual Arts, Visual Communication, Animation, Artificial Intelligence, Media Ethics, Design, and Immersive Technologies (AR/VR/XR). He has published extensively in Scopus, Web of Science, ABDC, and UGC-CARE indexed journals, edited scholarly books and journal special issues, and holds multiple patents in immersive technologies and educational innovation. He also serves as the Conference Chair of the International Conference on Emerging Trends in Design & Arts (ICETDA), fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers and industry professionals.
Research Interests: AVGC-XR, Visual Arts, Visual Communication, Animation, Artificial Intelligence, Media Ethics, Design, AR/VR/XR.
ORCID: 0000-0002-1018-5366
Scopus Author ID: 57194682908
Associate Editor
Dr. Loveneesh Sharma
Associate Professor (HOI)
Amity School of Fine Arts, Amity University Kolkata, India
Dr. Loveneesh Sharma is an art and design professional with expertise in visual arts, exhibition curation, artist management, and creative practices. He is associated with reputed national and international institutions in the fields of art, design, culture, and education. His research interests include contemporary art, design studies, art history, cultural studies, and interdisciplinary creative practices. He has contributed to academic and artistic initiatives through research, exhibitions, and professional engagements.
ORCID ID: 0000-0002-1192-5821
Associate Editor
Dr. Niket Mehta
Assistant Professor
Department of Animation and Multimedia
Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra – Noida Campus, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Niket Mehta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animation and Multimedia at Birla Institute of Technology (BIT), Mesra – Noida Campus, with nearly two decades of academic experience. He holds a Ph.D., MCA, MBA, and M.A. (English), along with specialized diplomas in Advertising, Advanced Computer Arts, and Non-Linear Editing. His research interests include Digital Games, Social Media, Infotainment, Digital Content Creation, Multimedia, Design Thinking, UI/UX Design, and Qualitative Research. He has published research papers, book chapters, and monographs, and has actively organized conferences and Faculty Development Programmes. His creative contributions include science documentaries, interactive e-learning modules, and multimedia campaigns for educational and professional applications.
Research Interests: Digital Games, Social Media, Infotainment, Digital Content Creation, Multimedia, Design Thinking, UI/UX Design, Qualitative Research.
ORCID: 0000-0001-7832-2104
Scopus Author ID: 57195074983
Associate Editor
Dr. Ranu Burad
Associate Professor, Faculty of Design & Arts (FDA)
Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Ranu Burad is a fashion and textile academic, researcher, and educator at Poornima University, Jaipur. She holds a Ph.D. in Design & Arts and has over eight years of experience in fashion and textile education. Her research interests include sustainable fashion, smart textiles, wearable technology, adaptive clothing, craft studies, and digital innovations in the apparel industry. She has contributed to academic research through publications, book chapters, and presentations at national and international platforms. Her work focuses on promoting innovation, sustainability, and interdisciplinary approaches in fashion and textile design education.
Official Email: Ranurbburad@gmail.com | Ranu.burad1@poornima.edu.in
ORCID ID: 0000-0001-6876-6975
Scopus Author ID: 60309428300
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Z1YNTagAAAAJ&hl=en
Research Interests: Sustainable Fashion, Textile Design, Smart Textiles, Wearable Technology, Adaptive Clothing, Craft Studies, AI in Fashion, Digital Innovation in Apparel.
Editorial Board Member
Mr. Indranil Bhattacharya, Assistant Professor, School of Fine Arts, Amity University Kolkata, India
Mr. Indranil Bhattacharya is an Assistant Professor of Animation at Amity University Kolkata with over 17 years of experience in the animation industry and academia. He has contributed to acclaimed Indian animation projects, including Chhota Bheem, Krishna Balram, Luv Kush, Chor Police, and Chhota Bheem and the Throne of Bali. His research interests include animation education, character design, storyboarding, digital art, AI in animation, and visual storytelling. He has published research in peer-reviewed journals and holds multiple registered copyrights for his creative works.
Official Email: ibhattacharya@kol.amity.edu
ORCID ID: 0009-0005-4345-6053
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=rjYscroAAAAJ&hl=en
Editorial Board Member
Dr. Ranu Raj
Associate Professor, Faculty of Design & Arts
Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Ranu Raj is an Associate Professor and design practitioner specializing in sustainable advertising and visual communication. She holds a Ph.D. in Design/Visual Arts and has expertise in sustainable branding, green advertising effectiveness, eco-packaging, digital sustainability, behavior change communication, cultural visual narratives, and advertising ethics. Her research focuses on developing responsible and innovative communication strategies through design thinking and visual storytelling. She actively contributes to academic research and creative practices aimed at addressing contemporary environmental and social challenges through interdisciplinary design approaches.
Official Email: drranu.raj02@gmail.com
ORCID ID: 0009-0008-4933-4390
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=z2yyD8IAAAAJ
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ranu-Raj
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ranu-raj-010a3a166
Editorial Board member
Dr. Aloke Das
Associate Professor, Department of Animation & VFX, Faculty of Design & Arts
Poornima University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Dr. Aloke Das is an Associate Professor in the Department of Animation & VFX, Faculty of Design & Arts, Poornima University, Jaipur. He holds a Ph.D. in Fine Arts and has more than 10 years of academic experience along with over 12 years of professional experience in the animation industry. He has contributed to international animation projects associated with leading studios including Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks, DQ Entertainment, and Green Gold Animation. His research interests include animation education, visual arts, folk art, character design, game design, digital storytelling, AI-assisted creative learning, and visual narrative design. He has published research papers, authored the book “Folk Mask of Bengal: Tradition Evolution and Contemporary Adaptation”, and actively mentors students in animation, gaming, and digital media.
Official Email: aloke.das@poornima.edu.in
ORCID ID: 0000-0002-9912-8682
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=_uAy6P0AAAAJ
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Aloke-Das-4
Faculty Profile: https://amialoke.blogspot.com/
Research Interests: Animation, Visual Arts, Folk Art, Character Design, Animation Education, Game Design, Pre-Production, AI in Creative Education, Digital Storytelling, Visual Narrative Design.
Editorial Board Member
Dr. Arko Dey
Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Applications (Animation & Multimedia)
J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology YMCA, Faridabad, Haryana, India
Dr. Arko Dey is an animator, illustrator, researcher, and educator with over 13 years of experience in animation, visual communication, and digital storytelling. He serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Applications (Animation & Multimedia) at J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology YMCA, Faridabad. His expertise lies in integrating traditional art with digital animation, while his research focuses on cultural heritage preservation through emerging technologies. His academic interests include animation, artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, computer graphics, multimedia, and filmmaking. He is dedicated to teaching, creative innovation, and mentoring students to develop industry-ready skills.
Official Email: arko.dey@jcboseust.ac.in
ORCID ID: 0009-0004-5699-1234
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.co.in/citations?user=yeM6i88AAAAJ&hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assistant-professor-arko-dey-a3669150
Faculty Profile: https://jcboseust.irins.org/profile/269120
Research Interests: Animation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Filmmaking, Digital Storytelling, Cultural Heritage Preservation.
Editorial Board Member
Prof. Deepak Ramesh Giri
Assistant Professor, Department of Art and Design (Animation and Multimedia), Vishwakarma University Pune, India
Prof. Deepak Ramesh Giri is an Assistant Professor with over 25 years of experience in animation, film, television, art design, and digital media. He has contributed to more than 30 national and international projects, including the Emmy Award-winning television series Tutenstein. His research interests include animation, AR/VR, immersive technologies, cognitive learning, and digital visual communication. He actively contributes to research, curriculum development, and industry-academia collaboration.
Official Email: deepak.giri@vupune.ac.in
ORCID ID: 0000-0001-5301-0171
Scopus Author ID: 60194737200
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=sXpSlPYAAAAJ&hl=en
Editorial Board Member
Ms. Padmaja Tamuli
Assistant Professor-II, Amity School of Communication, Amity University Kolkata, India
Ms. Padmaja Tamuli is an Assistant Professor-II at the Amity School of Communication, Amity University Kolkata. Her research interests include sustainable development, digital storytelling, media literacy, development communication, and intangible cultural heritage. She has published peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and co-edited academic volumes on media, sustainability, and development. Her interdisciplinary work reflects a strong commitment to qualitative research, communication studies, and academic mentorship.
Official Email: padmajatamuli05@gmail.com
ORCID ID: 0000-0003-1487-3497
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=tD2gVLsAAAAJ
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Padmaja-Tamuli
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/padmaja-tamuli-6ba995100/
Editorial Board Member
Ms. Moutushi Chakraborty
Assistant Professor (Grade III), Department of Fine Arts, Amity University Kolkata, India
Ms. Moutushi Chakraborty is an Assistant Professor (Grade III) in the Department of Fine Arts at Amity University Kolkata. She is a Kolkata-based artist and academician working across the mediums of prints, drawings, photography, and mixed-media practices. Her research interests include fine arts, printmaking, collage, colonial prints, colonial photography, lens-based art, and animation. She is an alumna of Wimbledon School of Art, London, Faculty of Fine Arts, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (Gold Medalist), and Kala Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan. She has received prestigious recognitions including the Commonwealth Foundation Fellowship, Charles Wallace India Trust Award, and Lalit Kala Fellowship. Her interdisciplinary artistic practice explores the feminine body, identity, representation, and contemporary visual narratives.
Official Email: mchakraborty@kol.amity.edu
ORCID ID: 0000-0002-7592-2726
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=sV2RRrkAAAAJ&hl=en
ResearchGate: Not Available
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moutushi-chakraborty-2727a1134/
Editorial Board Member
Dr. Shambhoo Sharan Gupta
Head, Department of Media, Maharishi School of Media and Animation, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Noida Campus, India
Dr. Shambhoo Sharan Gupta is the Head of the Department of Media at Maharishi School of Media and Animation, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Noida Campus. He is an academician and media professional with expertise in media studies, communication, journalism, digital media, and creative practices. His academic interests focus on contemporary media education, emerging communication technologies, animation, and interdisciplinary approaches in media and visual communication. Through his academic leadership and mentoring, he contributes to the development of media education, research, and professional practices in the evolving digital media landscape.
Student Editorial & Research Support Team
Moumita Mukherjee
MFA (Applied Arts), 2nd Year (3rd Semester), Amity University Kolkata, India
Moumita Mukherjee is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts (Applied Arts) at Amity University Kolkata and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Animation. Her academic interests focus on visual communication, illustration, animation, artificial intelligence in creative arts, human-centered design, character design, and visual storytelling. She is passionate about exploring how emerging technologies can enhance artistic expression, storytelling, and design processes while preserving the essential role of human creativity in visual communication.
Official Email: admissions@kol.amity.edu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moumita-mukherjee-4a2a70283/
Student Editorial & Research Support Team
Tannistha Pyne
MFA (Applied Arts), Semester III, Amity University Kolkata, India
Tannistha Pyne is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts (Applied Arts) at Amity University Kolkata. Her academic interests include visual communication, digital illustration, branding, and graphic design. She is passionate about exploring the role of design in storytelling and creating meaningful visual experiences across digital and print media. She aspires to build a career in academia through research, teaching, and creative practice while contributing to the advancement of art and design education.
Official Email: tannistha156@gmail.com
ORCID ID: 0009-0008-8572-6375
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannistha-pyne-83973b401/