Rakesh Panakanti
Project Manager @Telangana Academy For Skill And Knowledge
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WORK HISTORY
Project Manager @Telangana Academy For Skill And Knowledge
Hyderabad, IN
As Project Manager – AVGC at TASK, I am responsible for driving initiatives that strengthen Telangana’s creative and digital media ecosystem through skill development, industry collaboration, and academic integration. My role bridges the gap between industry needs and government initiatives, ensuring that the state remains a leading hub for AVGC talent and innovation.
EDUCATION
Gitam College
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
Image Infotainment Limited
Diploma in multimedia , Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
ABOUT RAKESH PANAKANTI
I’m a passionate professional with over 15 years of experience in the AVGC (Animation, VFX, Gaming & Comics) ecosystem — driving initiatives that connect industry, academia, and government to shape the future of creative technologies.Currently working as Project Manager – AVGC at TASK (Telangana Academy for Skill and Knowledge), I focus on building strategic partnerships, designing skill-development programs, and strengthening the creative industry ecosystem in Telangana. My career mission is to position Telangana as India’s leading hub for AVGC talent, innovation, and opportunities.Previously, as Chief Relations Officer at TVAGA (Telangana VFX, Animation and Gaming Association), I played a key role in:Leading government relations and ecosystem development initiativesCoordinating large-scale industry events like IndiaJoy and WAVES SummitLaunching skill-based AVGC courses with industry giants and universitiesBuilding strategic frameworks for policy support, training, and employment creationI thrive at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and public collaboration — where ideas translate into real-world impact. My long-term vision is to contribute towards a National AVGC Mission, empowering India’s creative workforce to compete globally.
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