I'm Akanksha Pundir, a 3D animator with over eight years of practical experience in animation studios across Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru. I specialize in bringing characters to life with expressive motion using Maya, Motion Builder, and a solid foundation in Blender. I thrive on collaborative work and delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines. Currently based in Bengaluru, I'm eager to learn new techniques, improve my skills, and contribute to the growth of my team and projects. I'm motivated, proactive, and committed to producing first-class animation that supports storytelling and production goals.

Akanksha Pundir

I'm Akanksha Pundir, a 3D animator with over eight years of practical experience in animation studios across Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru. I specialize in bringing characters to life with expressive motion using Maya, Motion Builder, and a solid foundation in Blender. I thrive on collaborative work and delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines. Currently based in Bengaluru, I'm eager to learn new techniques, improve my skills, and contribute to the growth of my team and projects. I'm motivated, proactive, and committed to producing first-class animation that supports storytelling and production goals.

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I’m Akanksha Pundir, a 3D animator with over eight years of practical experience in animation studios across Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru. I specialize in bringing characters to life with expressive motion using Maya, Motion Builder, and a solid foundation in Blender. I thrive on collaborative work and delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Currently based in Bengaluru, I’m eager to learn new techniques, improve my skills, and contribute to the growth of my team and projects. I’m motivated, proactive, and committed to producing first-class animation that supports storytelling and production goals.

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Language

Hindi
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Animator at Vishus Productions
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Overseeing the animation pipeline on ongoing projects, supervising shot work, and collaborating with directors to realize the envisioned performance and timing.
Senior Animator at Xentrix Studios
April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Led shot development for sequences, mentored junior animators, and ensured adherence to animation pipelines and creative direction.
3D Animator at Assemblage Entertainment
March 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022
Contributed to additional animated sequences, refined motion capture cleanups, and supported rigging/lighting teams to deliver polished shots within deadlines.
3D Animator at Technicolor India
May 1, 2019 - March 1, 2021
Animated character performances and crowd scenes for Indian productions; collaborated with supervisors to maintain character anatomy, timing, and acting choices.
3D Animator at Assemblage Entertainment
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Delivered high-quality 3D animation sequences for animated features; collaborated with layout, rigging, and rendering teams to ensure consistency with art direction and schedule.
Animator at Anibrain Technologies Pvt. Ltd
February 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018
Contributed to diverse animation sequences for film projects; collaborated with seniors to meet production deadlines; implemented feedback to improve motion quality.
Junior Animator at Maya Digital Studios
September 1, 2016 - February 1, 2018
Created and refined 3D character and environmental animation for feature films and commercials; collaborated with rigging, lighting, and editorial teams to ensure cohesive storytelling; maintained consistency with production timelines and pipelines.

Education

Bachelor's in VFX and Animation at Arena Animation, Noida
April 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016
Bachelor's in VFX and Animation at Arena Animation
April 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016
Bachelor's in VFX and Animation at Arena Animation Noida
April 1, 2013 - June 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment