I’m Taha Shahdawala, a versatile Art Director, Co-Founder, and Lead 3D Artist with over 20 years in gaming and digital media. I blend a strong creative vision with deep technical know-how across 3D/2D art, UI/UX, motion design, and AI-assisted workflows to craft visually compelling and commercially effective experiences. I lead teams, shape art direction, and translate complex ideas into production-ready assets, pipelines, and engaging player experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building scalable studios, and delivering high-quality outcomes for diverse platforms.…

Taha Shahdawala

I’m Taha Shahdawala, a versatile Art Director, Co-Founder, and Lead 3D Artist with over 20 years in gaming and digital media. I blend a strong creative vision with deep technical know-how across 3D/2D art, UI/UX, motion design, and AI-assisted workflows to craft visually compelling and commercially effective experiences. I lead teams, shape art direction, and translate complex ideas into production-ready assets, pipelines, and engaging player experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building scalable studios, and delivering high-quality outcomes for diverse platforms.…

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I’m Taha Shahdawala, a versatile Art Director, Co-Founder, and Lead 3D Artist with over 20 years in gaming and digital media. I blend a strong creative vision with deep technical know-how across 3D/2D art, UI/UX, motion design, and AI-assisted workflows to craft visually compelling and commercially effective experiences.

I lead teams, shape art direction, and translate complex ideas into production-ready assets, pipelines, and engaging player experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building scalable studios, and delivering high-quality outcomes for diverse platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Gujarati
Fluent
Kannada
Beginner

Work Experience

Co-Founder, Art Director, COO at PiperPlay
August 1, 2020 - Present
Lead creative direction and production workflows, overseeing art, concept, and team management; driving AI-assisted art and design pipelines to deliver visually cohesive experiences.
Co-Founder, Art Director at PlayZap
January 1, 2021 - Present
Co-founded and directed art and design, overseeing concept art, production pipelines, and team mentoring.
Art Lead, Game Designer at Accesta
August 1, 2019 - July 31, 2020
Led art direction and game design for titles; defined visual style and guided cross-disciplinary teams.
Assistant Art Manager / Art Lead at Knowledge Adventure
June 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019
Supported art direction, led artists, and contributed to production planning and pipeline improvements.
Art Director / Art Lead / Co-Founder at Cosi Games
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2018
Directed art and creative direction; co-founded studio and led multiple projects.
Art Supervisor / Art Lead / Senior 3D Artist at Knowledge Adventure
April 1, 2010 - August 31, 2016
Oversaw art team, led 3D asset creation, and supervised production across projects.
Senior Modeler at Technicolor
April 1, 2008 - March 31, 2010
Modeling and asset development for film/television productions.
Lead / Senior 3D Artist at ReelTen, Rolta
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2018
Leading 3D asset creation, modeling, rigging, and production responsibilities.

Education

2nd Grade in H.S.C.(Science) at Maharashtra College
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004
Traditional Designing at Papanasum Kudisai Of Creative Art
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
Intermediate Drawing Examination (A Grade) at Mumbai, India
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet
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