Hello, I’m Shantanu Date. I’m a multidisciplinary spatial designer with an architectural foundation and 5+ years of experience conceptualizing and executing branded environments, spanning experiential activities, event spaces, and film/TV sets. I thrive in collaborative settings with producers, directors, vendors, and fabrication teams to turn narrative ideas into tangible spaces, from mood boards to build-ready drawings. I’m skilled in 3D visualization, technical drafting, materials selection, and vendor coordination, and I love shaping immersive environments that tell cohesive stories. I enjoy tackling complex spatial challenges, translating creative concepts into immersive environments, and delivering projects on time and on budget. My approach blends design rigor with practical fabrication coordination to ensure builds are visually compelling and technically sound across film, events, and branded productions.

Shantanu Date

Hello, I’m Shantanu Date. I’m a multidisciplinary spatial designer with an architectural foundation and 5+ years of experience conceptualizing and executing branded environments, spanning experiential activities, event spaces, and film/TV sets. I thrive in collaborative settings with producers, directors, vendors, and fabrication teams to turn narrative ideas into tangible spaces, from mood boards to build-ready drawings. I’m skilled in 3D visualization, technical drafting, materials selection, and vendor coordination, and I love shaping immersive environments that tell cohesive stories. I enjoy tackling complex spatial challenges, translating creative concepts into immersive environments, and delivering projects on time and on budget. My approach blends design rigor with practical fabrication coordination to ensure builds are visually compelling and technically sound across film, events, and branded productions.

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Hello, I’m Shantanu Date. I’m a multidisciplinary spatial designer with an architectural foundation and 5+ years of experience conceptualizing and executing branded environments, spanning experiential activities, event spaces, and film/TV sets. I thrive in collaborative settings with producers, directors, vendors, and fabrication teams to turn narrative ideas into tangible spaces, from mood boards to build-ready drawings. I’m skilled in 3D visualization, technical drafting, materials selection, and vendor coordination, and I love shaping immersive environments that tell cohesive stories.

I enjoy tackling complex spatial challenges, translating creative concepts into immersive environments, and delivering projects on time and on budget. My approach blends design rigor with practical fabrication coordination to ensure builds are visually compelling and technically sound across film, events, and branded productions.

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Language

English
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance Production Designer / Spatial Designer at Independent Projects
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led concept development and spatial design for 15+ branded environments across film, events, and productions; produced 3D models, renderings, and technical drawings to guide fabrication and installation; collaborated with producers, directors, vendors, and fabrication teams to deliver on schedule and align with the creative vision.
Art Director - Selected Projects (SCAD Productions) at SCAD Savannah
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Designed and executed immersive environments by developing spatial layouts, mood boards, and technical drawings translating narrative concepts into buildable spaces; coordinated installation with art department, props, and production to maintain visual coherence and achieve cohesive spatial storytelling.
Design Assistant at ND Studios
June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Supported concept development through research, mood boarding, and 3D visualization while assisting a senior production designer on large-scale environment builds; produced SketchUp models, CAD drawings, and presentation materials for client approvals and production planning across multiple projects.

Education

Master of Arts in Production Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) at Shivaji University
June 1, 2014 - December 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services