FX Artist with a master’s in Creative Technology specializing in Computer Animation and over one year of experience in motion graphics and FX. Proficient in Houdini, with a portfolio featuring 7 completed projects, including complex simulations and atmospheric effects. Demonstrated efficiency in pipeline workflows, consistently meeting deadlines and reducing project turnaround times by 20% on average. Delivered effects that contributed to improvements in visual impact based on feedback from project leads and clients. Dedicated to refining techniques and exploring emerging technologies to enhance the quality and efficiency of FX production.

Nischal Mohankumar

FX Artist with a master’s in Creative Technology specializing in Computer Animation and over one year of experience in motion graphics and FX. Proficient in Houdini, with a portfolio featuring 7 completed projects, including complex simulations and atmospheric effects. Demonstrated efficiency in pipeline workflows, consistently meeting deadlines and reducing project turnaround times by 20% on average. Delivered effects that contributed to improvements in visual impact based on feedback from project leads and clients. Dedicated to refining techniques and exploring emerging technologies to enhance the quality and efficiency of FX production.

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FX Artist with a master’s in Creative Technology specializing in Computer Animation and over one year
of experience in motion graphics and FX. Proficient in Houdini, with a portfolio featuring 7 completed
projects, including complex simulations and atmospheric effects. Demonstrated efficiency in pipeline workflows, consistently meeting deadlines and reducing project turnaround times by 20% on average.
Delivered effects that contributed to improvements in visual impact based on feedback from project
leads and clients. Dedicated to refining techniques and exploring emerging technologies to enhance
the quality and efficiency of FX production.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Junior FX Artist at Green Gold Animation Private Limited
August 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Contributed to FX production across 4 animated series and 4 movies, delivering high-quality particle effects, environmental effects, and simulations using Maya and Houdini. Collaborated with animators, directors, and cross-functional teams to ensure FX integrated with animation and lighting. Focused on particle effects, simulations, and dynamic visuals to elevate storytelling and visual impact. By refining pipelines and reusing assets, helped reduce production time by 40% and improved episode quality by approximately 30%.
Motion Graphics Designer (Intern) at ANP Abhyas Private Limited
July 1, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Created dynamic visual content and motion graphics for IIT Roorkee tutorial videos, contributing to 1000+ videos with substantial viewership. Collaborated with a team of 15 to roll out 15 episodes per day, releasing over 300 videos monthly. This role honed skills in timelines, asset management, and delivering consistent visuals for educational content.
Junior FX Artist at Green Gold Animation Private Limited
August 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Contributed to FX production for 4 animated series and 4 movies, handling an average of 10 shots per episode using Maya and Houdini. Created high-quality visual effects for character animations and environmental effects for clients such as Green Gold, Candle Media, and Cosmos Entertainment. Collaborated with animators, directors, and cross-functional teams to reduce production time by 40%. Worked as an FX artist on 5 high-profile animated series and 4 movies, specializing in particle effects, simulations, and dynamic visual effects, increasing each episode's quality by 30%.
Motion Graphics Designer (Intern) at ANP Abhyas Private Limited
July 1, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Created dynamic visual content and motion graphics for 1000+ IIT Roorkee tutorial videos with at least 1500 viewership every year. Collaborated with a team of 15 to roll out 15 episodes per day releasing at least 300+ videos every month.
Junior FX Artist at Green Gold Animation Private Limited
August 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Worked on FX production for 4 animated series and 4 movies with an average of 10 shots per episode using Maya and Houdini. Created high-quality visual effects for character animations and environmental effects for clients including Green Gold, Candle Media, and Cosmos Entertainment. Collaborated with animators, directors, and cross-functional teams to reduce production time by 40% by efficiently aligning FX with the creative vision. Worked as an FX artist on 5 high-profile animated series and 4 movies, specializing in particle effects, simulations, and dynamic visual effects, increasing each episode's quality by 30%.
Motion Graphics Designer (Intern) at ANP Abhyas Private Limited
July 31, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Created dynamic visual content and motion graphics for 1000+ IIT Roorkee tutorial videos with at least 1500 views every year. Collaborated with a team of 15 to roll out 15 episodes per day, releasing at least 300+ videos every month.
Junior FX Artist at Green Gold Animation Private Limited
August 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Worked on FX production for 4 animated series and 4 movies with an average of 10 shots in each episode using Maya and Houdini. Created high-quality visual effects for character animations, and environmental effects for top clients like Green Gold, Candle Media, and Cosmos Entertainment. Collaborated with animators, directors, and cross-functional teams to reduce the production time by 40% by efficiently using creative vision to align with FX. Worked as an FX artist on 5 high-profile animated series and 4 movies, specializing in particle effects, simulations, and dynamic visual effects, increasing each episode's quality by 30%.
Motion Graphics Designer (Intern) at ANP Abhyas Private Limited
July 31, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Created dynamic visual content and motion graphics for 1000+ IIT Roorkee tutorial videos with at least 1500 viewership every year. Collaborated with a team of 15 to roll out 15 episodes per day releasing at least 300+ videos every month.

Education

Master of Science (MSc) in Creative Technologies (Computer Animation) at University Of Portsmouth
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Bachelor of Visual Art (BSc) (Animation and Multimedia Design) at Animaster College, Bangalore, India
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Master of Science (MSc) in Creative Technologies (Computer Animation) at University Of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Bachelor of Visual Art (BSc) (Animation and Multimedia Design) at Bangalore Central University , Animaster College , Bangalore, India
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Master of Science (MSc) in Creative Technologies (Computer Animation) at University Of Portsmouth
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Bachelor of Visual Art (BSc) (Animation and Multimedia Design) at Bangalore Central University / Animaster College, Bangalore
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Master of Science (MSc) in Creative Technologies (Computer Animation) at University Of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Bachelor of Visual Art (BSc) (Animation and Multimedia Design) at Bangalore Central University, Animaster College, Bangalore, India
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education