Mr. Muhammad Naveed Aasim SMC - BNU

Muhammad Naveed Aasim is an academic and industry professional, currently serving as an Assistant Professor of VFX and Immersive Media at Beaconhouse National University (BNU), Lahore. With an MSc in Digital Visual Effects from the University of Kent, UK, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Naveed brings over 15 years of industry experience and 6+ years of academic expertise to his role. He specializes in Game Design, Animation, Virtual Reality, and Visual Effects, and has played a pivotal role in transforming the Digital Visual Effects (VFX) curriculum at BNU.

Naveed’s innovative teaching methods and dedication to student success have earned him recognition as a finalist for the Most Innovative Teacher of the Year Award at the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2025, selected from over 500 entries across Asia. He is the only Pakistani finalist in this prestigious category, a testament to his commitment to creating a dynamic, student-centered learning environment. As the Degree Head of BS Communication & Immersive Media and the Lead of BNU Connect, Naveed has fostered collaboration among students and faculty, bridging the gap between academia and industry.

Beyond teaching, Naveed has contributed to Pakistan’s National Curriculum Development, ensuring high-quality education standards. His passion for mentoring students and his expertise in curriculum design, classroom management, and immersive media make him a valuable asset to BNU and the broader academic community.

• Master of Science in Digital Visual Effects, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology – Preston University, Kohat, Pakistan

• Assistant Professor, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, School of Media and Mass Communication, BNU, Lahore, Pakistan (Present)
• Senior Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, School of Media and Mass Communication, BNU, Lahore, Pakistan (2023–2024)
• Lecturer, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, School of Media and Mass Communication, BNU, Lahore, Pakistan (2019–2022)
• Founder, Elpis Games Studios, Lahore, Pakistan (2022–Present)
• Founder, ChandNagar Studios, Lahore, Pakistan (2017–Present)
• Art Director, In3D, Lahore, Pakistan (2017–2018)
• VFX Artist, Jagex Games Studio, Cambridge, UK (2012–2015)
• VFX Artist, Climax Studios, Portsmouth, UK (2011–2012)
• Web & Multimedia Designer, FastNet Studios, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (2008–2009)
• Web & Multimedia Designer, Dream Net, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (2005–2007)

• Finalist, Most Innovative Teacher of the Year Award (2025) – Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2025. Shortlisted among the top 8 finalists out of 500+ entries from universities across Asia, recognized as the only Pakistani finalist. Acknowledged for transforming the Digital Visual Effects (VFX) curriculum and leveraging BNU Connect to foster a dynamic, student-centered learning environment at Beaconhouse National University.
• Contribution to National Curriculum Development (2024) – Played a key role in developing curriculum standards for the national curriculum in Pakistan, contributing to the uplift of education quality across the country.

• Lead, BNU-Connect (2023–Present) – Launched an innovative platform, BNU-Connect, to foster collaboration among students from various schools at BNU, promoting a strong sense of community on campus. Currently, students from four schools are working together on Final Year Projects (FYPs) under this initiative.
• Guest Lecture on Tech Startup (2023) – Organized a university-wide guest lecture on "Navigating Career Pathways: Tech Startup?" by Mr. Vic Ahmed, Founder and CEO of Innovation Pavilion, a Colorado-based incubator housing 42 startup companies.
• Workshops on Entrepreneurship (2023) – Conducted a series of entrepreneurship workshops to help students turn their visions into tangible business opportunities. These workshops were specifically designed for students in the BS Communication and Immersive Media program at BNU.

• Email Address: naveed.aasim@bnu.edu.pk
• Ext number: 652