3D Animator & Team Lead with 17+ years of experience in animation movies, TV series, AR/VR, and Metaverse projects for global studios like Disney, DreamWorks, and Sony. Skilled in leading animation teams and delivering high-quality work across multiple pipelines and industries, from entertainment to e-commerce.…

Ravi Shankar Hathiwal

3D Animator & Team Lead with 17+ years of experience in animation movies, TV series, AR/VR, and Metaverse projects for global studios like Disney, DreamWorks, and Sony. Skilled in leading animation teams and delivering high-quality work across multiple pipelines and industries, from entertainment to e-commerce.…

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3D Animator & Team Lead with 17+ years of experience in animation movies, TV series,
AR/VR, and Metaverse projects for global studios like Disney, DreamWorks, and Sony.
Skilled in leading animation teams and delivering high-quality work across multiple
pipelines and industries, from entertainment to e-commerce.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Manager – 3D Animation at Annalect India
September 1, 2023 - Present
Lead 3D animation for TBWA projects, managing delivery and creative quality.
3D Animator Team Lead at Integrated Technology Strategies Inc., USA
August 31, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Delivered AR and Metaverse animation content for U.S.-based projects.
3D Animator Team Lead at Innovana Think Labs, Jaipur
March 31, 2023 - July 30, 2025
Handled AR/VR animation for Metaverse platforms.
3D Animator Team Lead at Vaibhav Global Ltd., Jaipur
February 28, 2021 - July 30, 2025
Created 3D animations for e-commerce product visualization.
3D Animator Team Lead at Rams Creative PVT LTD, Jaipur
January 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Led AR/VR animation projects across multiple clients.
3D & VFX Faculty at I Nurture Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore
January 31, 2018 - July 30, 2025
Taught BFA animation courses, combining theory and industry practice.
3D Animator at Igloo Animation Studios, Jaipur
January 31, 2016 - July 30, 2025
Contributed to projects like Motu Patlu, Gattu Battu, Shiva.
3D & VFX Faculty at Creative-i
January 31, 2015 - July 30, 2025
Educated B.Sc Animation students on practical production workflows.
3D Animator at Crest Animation Studios, Mumbai
December 31, 2013 - July 30, 2025
Projects: How to Train Your Dragon 2, Swan Princess, Ribbit.
3D Animator at Prana Animation Studios, Mumbai
January 31, 2012 - July 30, 2025
Projects: Secret of the Wings, Elf on the Shelf, Mr. Popper’s Penguins.
3D Animator at DQ Entertainment Studios, Hyderabad
October 31, 2010 - July 30, 2025
Projects: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Casper’s Scare School, Galactic Football, Pinky & Perky.
3D Animator at DQ Entertainment Studios, Hyderabad
October 1, 2010 - September 13, 2025
Responsible for creating character and scene animation as part of a team for multiple projects, including Disney Channel titles such as Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Galactic Football-3, Casper’s Scare School, and Pinky & Perky; collaborated with directors and riggers to deliver timed animation sequences meeting production deadlines.
3D Animator at Prana Animation Studios, Mumbai
January 1, 2012 - September 13, 2025
Worked on Disney’s Secret of the Wings (Tinker Bell series), Elf on the Shelf Christmas Special, and Mr. Propper’s Penguins (Rotomation); contributed to animation pipelines and delivery.
3D Animator at Crest Animation Studios, Mumbai
December 1, 2013 - September 13, 2025
Contributed to How to Train Your Dragon 2 (DreamWorks), Ribbit, and Swan Princess (Sony Pictures DVD); produced keyframe animation and collaborated across departments.
3D and VFX Faculty at Creative I
January 1, 2015 - September 13, 2025
Responsible for B.Sc Animation syllabus development and instruction in 3D animation and VFX for students.
3D Animator at Igloo Animation Studios, Jaipur
January 1, 2016 - September 13, 2025
Led animation team on Motu Patlu, Gattu Battu, Bottersnikes & Gumbles, and Shiva projects; delivered high-quality animation pipelines.
3D and VFX Faculty at INurture Pvt LTD
January 1, 2018 - September 13, 2025
Developed B.F.A Animation syllabus and taught students in 3D and VFX concepts; mentored junior artists.
3D Animator Team Lead at Rams Creative PVT LTD, Jaipur
January 1, 2020 - September 13, 2025
Led 3D animation projects for AR and VR; guided team, reviewed work, and ensured timely delivery.
3D Animator Team Lead at Vaibhav Global Limited, Jaipur
February 1, 2021 - September 13, 2025
Led 3D animation projects for ecommerce and product visualizations; collaborated with marketing and product teams to enhance visuals.
3D Animator Team Lead at Innovana Think Labs Limited, Jaipur
March 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Led AR/VR 3D animation projects for Metaverse; managed cross-functional teams and ensured deliverables.
3D Animator Team Lead at Integrated Technology Strategies Inc., NJ, USA
August 1, 2023 - September 13, 2025
Managed 3D animation projects for AR & Metaverse; coordinated with US-based teams and delivered high-quality visuals.
3D Animation Manager at Annalect India
September 1, 2023 - Present
Managing 3D animation projects for TBWA showreels; led a team and oversaw production.

Education

PG Diploma at Rajasthan Employment Dept.
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
B.Ed. at Rajasthan University
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
B.A. at Rajasthan University
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Rajasthan University
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
B.Ed. at Rajasthan University
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
PG Diploma in 3D Animation & Gaming at Rajasthan Employment Department
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services

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