Learn from Those
Who've Done It
Our faculty are not just educators. They are practitioners, industry veterans, and mentors who guide students with real-world experience, not theory alone.
Meet the Visionaries
Akash Wairale
Akash Wairale is the founder and creative mentor behind the Animation & VFX division at Design Sphere Academy. With over 15 years of experience in both industry and education, he has dedicated his career to developing the next generation of visual storytellers and creative professionals.
His expertise lies in the pre-production stage of animation and film-making, where ideas are transformed into compelling visual experiences. Specializing in storyboarding, character design, concept art, visual development, and art direction, Akash has guided numerous students in mastering the creative foundations that drive successful productions.
Over the years, he has worked on projects spanning animation, digital media, advertising, and entertainment, contributing through concept creation, narrative visualization, and creative direction. His teaching approach focuses on helping students build strong artistic fundamentals while understanding real-world production processes.
At Design Sphere Academy, Akash mentors students in developing industry-ready portfolios, strengthening their storytelling abilities, and creating original visual concepts that stand out in today's competitive creative landscape.
Ar. Chintan Pasad
Chintan Pasad is the co-founder and driving spatial visionary behind Design Sphere Academy. A qualified professional architect holding both academic B.Arch and M.Arch design degrees, his passion for structural execution runs deep, but his focus on human potential runs deeper.
Over the years, Chintan expanded his professional focus far beyond architectural parameters. Working as a certified Metaphor Therapist, NLP Practitioner, Success Coach, and Graphologist, he integrates technical mastery with deep personal growth frameworks within classroom modules.
His educational belief is that structured mentorship crafts high-performing, self-aware individuals. At DSA, he structuralizes spatial planning modules while training design professionals to build deep confidence, pitch enterprise clients, and secure elite career paths.
Industry Experts. Real Mentors.
Each DSA faculty member brings direct industry experience into the classroom, giving students practical knowledge that goes beyond textbooks.
Akash Wairale
Creative professional with 15+ years of industry and teaching experience, specializing in visual storytelling, storyboarding, character design, concept development, and art direction.
Ar. Chintan Pasad
Qualified professional architect holding academic B.Arch and M.Arch degrees, specializing in structural execution, spatial planning, and interior architecture. He uniquely integrates design mastery with personal growth coaching to help students build confidence and pitch enterprise clients.
Punit Laddha
Event management professional with 15+ years of industry experience, specializing in wedding planning, event production, guest experience management, hospitality coordination, and large-scale event execution. Co-Founder of Shubharambh Events, with experience delivering 300+ weddings and numerous corporate, social, and government events across India.
Payal Kela Chandak
Certified Digital Marketing Professional with 10+ years of experience helping businesses build impactful online brands. Specializes in social media marketing, content strategy, brand communication, and digital campaign execution. Passionate about creating result-driven marketing strategies that enhance audience engagement and business growth.
Aditi Wairale
B.Sc. in Animation graduate with expertise in graphic design and visual communication. Skilled in creating engaging brand identities, digital creatives, marketing collaterals, and design solutions that combine creativity with functionality.
Rahul Nimborkar
Pre-production artist with industry experience in Mumbai, specializing in concept development, visual storytelling, storyboarding, and production planning. Passionate about helping students build strong creative fundamentals for animation and visual media.
Sagar V. Chaudhari
Mastercraftsman Diploma holder in Professional Photography and Digital Imaging (Mumbai). Experienced in professional photography, lighting techniques, image composition, and digital post-production, with a focus on industry-ready practical learning.
Jayesh Thokane
Graphic Designer and AI Design Educator with expertise in branding, logo design, content creation, digital marketing, and AI-powered creative workflows. Passionate about helping students leverage modern design tools for real-world applications.
Shivam Belsare
B.Sc. in Animation graduate specializing in social media content creation and brand video editing. Experienced in producing engaging visual content, motion graphics, and platform-specific videos that drive audience engagement.
Ar. Kajal Bhandari
Practicing Architect with over 13 years of professional experience and Principal Architect at Pratibimb Design Consortium. For the past 8 years, she has mentored students preparing for architecture and design entrance examinations. Currently pursuing an M.Arch in Architecture Education.
Kaustubh Kanchan
Music Director based in Mumbai with experience in music composition, sound production, and creative audio direction. Passionate about mentoring aspiring musicians in modern music production techniques and industry practices.
Bhujang V. Rahate
A multidisciplinary professional with experience spanning e-commerce, finance, administration, and art education. Having worked in accounting, management, and institutional operations, he combines business expertise with creative mentoring to help students develop practical, industry-ready skills. Passionate about entrepreneurship, strategic planning, and creative problem-solving.
How We Teach
Great education isn't about what you memorize. It's about what you can actually do.
Practitioner-Led Learning
Every faculty member at DSA has hands-on industry experience. You learn from people who have done the work, not just studied it.
Small Batches, Real Attention
We deliberately keep batch sizes small so every student gets individual mentorship, personal feedback, and genuine guidance.
AI-Powered Curriculum
Our faculty integrate AI tools and emerging industry practices into every course, ensuring students graduate with future-ready skill sets.
Career-Focused Mentoring
Beyond skills, we focus on career readiness. Faculty actively mentor students on portfolio development, professional communication, and job strategies.
Holistic Development
Led by Chintan Pasad's unique background in NLP, Success Coaching, and Graphology, DSA helps students build confidence, clarity, and professional identity alongside technical skills.
Industry-Connected
Faculty maintain active ties with industry partners, feeding real briefs, live projects, and employment opportunities directly into the classroom.
Learn Directly from the Best
A small batch. Real mentors. A course that prepares you for the world, not just an exam.
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