Rathinam Global (Deemed to be University), Department of Visual Communication under the School of Fashion Design, Media & Performing Arts, recently organised Canon Edu Connect 2026 in collaboration with Canon India.
The event brought together academia and industry to empower aspiring media professionals with the latest advancements in imaging technology and creative innovation.
The workshop featured an eminent team of experts from Canon India, including Vishesh Magoo, Assistant Director – Imaging Communication Business Center; Bharat Bhushan Singh, Manager – Professional Support, ICB Marketing; Rajesh, Assistant Sales Manager – ICB Sales; Barani Kumar, Regional Manager – South, ICB Sales; and Mohan Dass Mathew, Assistant Manager – Product Training, ICB Marketing.
The experts delivered insightful sessions on professional photography, cinematography, visual storytelling, content creation, advanced imaging technologies, camera systems, and emerging career opportunities in the media and entertainment industry. Students actively engaged with the speakers through interactive discussions and gained valuable hands-on exposure to industry practices.
A major highlight of the event was the distribution of professional Canon camera and lens kits to every first-year Visual Communication student.
The event was graced by Shima Senthil, Director and Trustee, Rathinam Group; Manickam, Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, Rathinam Group; and Krishnaraj, Registrar, Rathinam Global University.
The initiative, supported by Canon India, reflects a strong commitment to nurturing young creative talent and strengthening industry-academia collaboration through curriculum support, internships, workshops, and by equipping students with professional-grade imaging tools from the beginning of their academic journey. The programme enables students to develop practical skills in photography, filmmaking, cinematography, and visual storytelling.
