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Hi, I’m Arun Raj Kumar MC, a Senior Lead BG Prep and Paint & Roto Artist with extensive experience across studios in Australia, India, and the UK. I specialize in 2D tracking, roto, plate prep, and clean-up, delivering production-ready plates and seamless composites for high-profile projects. I’ve led teams, mentored artists, and partnered with VFX supervisors to solve pipeline challenges and meet tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, problem-solving approach to every shot and enjoy helping others grow their skills.…Hi, I’m Arun Raj Kumar MC, a Senior Lead BG Prep and Paint & Roto Artist with extensive experience across studios in Australia, India, and the UK. I specialize in 2D tracking, roto, plate prep, and clean-up, delivering production-ready plates and seamless composites for high-profile projects. I’ve led teams, mentored artists, and partnered with VFX supervisors to solve pipeline challenges and meet tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, problem-solving approach to every shot and enjoy helping others grow their skills.

Arun Raj Kumar M

Visual Effects Artist, Animator, Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Arun Raj Kumar MC, a Senior Lead BG Prep and Paint & Roto Artist with extensive experience across studios in Australia, India, and the UK. I specialize in 2D tracking, roto, plate prep, and clean-up, delivering production-ready plates and seamless composites for high-profile projects. I’ve led teams, mentored artists, and partnered with VFX supervisors to solve pipeline challenges and meet tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, problem-solving approach to every shot and enjoy helping others grow their skills.…Hi, I’m Arun Raj Kumar MC, a Senior Lead BG Prep and Paint & Roto Artist with extensive experience across studios in Australia, India, and the UK. I specialize in 2D tracking, roto, plate prep, and clean-up, delivering production-ready plates and seamless composites for high-profile projects. I’ve led teams, mentored artists, and partnered with VFX supervisors to solve pipeline challenges and meet tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, problem-solving approach to every shot and enjoy helping others grow their skills.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Arun Raj Kumar MC, a Senior Lead BG Prep and Paint & Roto Artist with extensive experience across studios in Australia, India, and the UK. I specialize in 2D tracking, roto, plate prep, and clean-up, delivering production-ready plates and seamless composites for high-profile projects.

I’ve led teams, mentored artists, and partnered with VFX supervisors to solve pipeline challenges and meet tight deadlines. I bring a collaborative, problem-solving approach to every shot and enjoy helping others grow their skills.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Paint & Roto Artist at Rising Sun Pictures

January 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022

Performed paint and roto tasks, plate prep, marker cleanup, and debris removal; collaborated with VFX supervisors to apply client notes and ensure plates were production-ready.

Acting Paint & Roto Supervisor at Rising Sun Pictures

January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2023

Acted as Paint & Roto Supervisor in Brisbane, overseeing roto and paint for assigned shots, guiding junior artists, and ensuring consistency with the production's look.

Lead Paint & Roto Artist at Rising Sun Pictures, Brisbane

August 1, 2022 - April 1, 2025

Led the BG Prep team in Brisbane, coordinating tasks, mentoring artists, applying client notes with minimal guidance, and ensuring on-time delivery while aligning with downstream requirements.

Compositor at Rising Sun Pictures, Brisbane

May 1, 2025 - Present

Currently working as a Compositor in Brisbane, coordinating with the head of compositing and VFX supervisor to address issues, manage handovers, and ensure downstream compatibility.

Senior Lead BG Prep at Bot Vfx

May 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Collaborated with the VFX Supervisor and team to create cinematic 2-D sequences; briefed and QC'd incoming external and internal work, refined roto and prep tasks, and mentored artists.

Senior Lead BG Prep at Methods Studios, Pune

July 1, 2019 - February 1, 2021

Led BG Prep teams, bidding, scheduling, QC, and mentoring; ensured prep tasks met production specs and downstream requirements; supervised daily operations.

Lead BG Prep at MPC Bangalore

July 1, 2013 - July 1, 2019

Led BG Prep team, collaborated with Head of Compositing and VFX Supervisor, tracked production objectives and tasks, ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Lead BG Prep/Paint at Prime Focus London (UK)

September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013

Lead BG Prep/Paint for Gravity; managed roto/painting tasks, coordinated with VFX supervisor and production to ensure timetable compliance.