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Hi, I’m Anant Madhavan Techanim, a technical animation and FX artist based in toronto, Canada, with a decade of specialized experience creating realistic and intricate visual effects for film and advertising. I’m skilled in advanced fur simulation and FX development using Houdini, demonstrated through contributions to major projects like Pinocchio and various commercials. I am committed to meticulous detail and innovative solutions that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.…Hi, I’m Anant Madhavan Techanim, a technical animation and FX artist based in toronto, Canada, with a decade of specialized experience creating realistic and intricate visual effects for film and advertising. I’m skilled in advanced fur simulation and FX development using Houdini, demonstrated through contributions to major projects like Pinocchio and various commercials. I am committed to meticulous detail and innovative solutions that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.

Anant Madhavan

Visual Effects Artist, Animator, 3D Animator, +2

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Hi, I’m Anant Madhavan Techanim, a technical animation and FX artist based in toronto, Canada, with a decade of specialized experience creating realistic and intricate visual effects for film and advertising. I’m skilled in advanced fur simulation and FX development using Houdini, demonstrated through contributions to major projects like Pinocchio and various commercials. I am committed to meticulous detail and innovative solutions that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.…Hi, I’m Anant Madhavan Techanim, a technical animation and FX artist based in toronto, Canada, with a decade of specialized experience creating realistic and intricate visual effects for film and advertising. I’m skilled in advanced fur simulation and FX development using Houdini, demonstrated through contributions to major projects like Pinocchio and various commercials. I am committed to meticulous detail and innovative solutions that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Anant Madhavan Techanim, a technical animation and FX artist based in toronto, Canada, with a decade of specialized experience creating realistic and intricate visual effects for film and advertising.

I’m skilled in advanced fur simulation and FX development using Houdini, demonstrated through contributions to major projects like Pinocchio and various commercials. I am committed to meticulous detail and innovative solutions that enhance visual storytelling and audience engagement.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Kannada

Advanced

Tamil

Advanced

Malayalam

Advanced

Work Experience

Technical Animation Artist at MPC

October 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023

Crafting innovative fur builds in Houdini for diverse animals; expert in both dry and wet grooming; advanced fur and skin simulations for realistic animal portrayal; demonstrating problem-solving in challenging scenarios; significant contributions to realistic portrayals in media.

FX Artist at Mr X

October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Contributed to the final stages of Pinocchio by leveraging existing Flip setup; implemented a pyro system for 'Secret Headquarters'; devised shield and eclectic wand effects to enrich movie visuals; collaborated closely with lead artists to demonstrate team synergy.

Freelance Artist at Elements Album

June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021

Spearheaded Jessica Lowendes' debut album Elemental music video project; implemented simulated and stock fire and dust effects; exceeded challenges in visual effects integration; boosted visual appeal and engagement.

LRC Artist at Bardel (Canada)

April 1, 2021 - May 1, 2021

Optimized 3D scenes at Bardel using Katana; improved render times by pruning unwanted objects; mastered composition of rendered layers with Nuke; enhanced efficiency and quality as an LRC artist; contributed to project success.

Artist Manager at Double Negative

August 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018

Led a team of 180 compositors; successfully managed high-profile projects including Avengers: Infinity War and Bohemian Rhapsody; demonstrated leadership in coordinating diverse teams; resolved complex production issues, ensuring timely project completion; contributed to blockbuster film success.

Senior FX Artist at PixelMorph VFX Studio

February 1, 2017 - August 1, 2018

Spearheaded VFX set coordination; managed visual effects production for high-profile projects; created starting credits, teaser titles, and main titles; mastered rotopaint, rotoScope, and 3D asset composition; enhanced the visual appeal of the feature film 'E' and related projects.

Compositor / Motion Graphics Artist at Unifi Media

December 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

Coordinated VFX set operations; supervised diverse VFX projects; bridged communication between artists, 3D team, and clients; managed 47 episodes of Neeli in Kannada and Tamil, and the Malayalam feature film 'E'.