Hi, I’m Abhijit Dutta, a pre-production animation artist and creative director based in Kolkata, with 18+ years of experience across international and domestic animation and gaming projects. I focus on turning scripts and ideas into clear visual stories through strong storyboards, animatics, and cohesive visual development—covering character design, background layout, and concept art. I’ve led pre-production teams and managed production pipelines from early ideation to QC and delivery, helping studios maintain consistent visual style while hitting tight schedules. Along with hands-on art direction—mentoring artists and collaborating closely with directors and producers—I also work on game asset production and digital content, using tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, Krita, and Storyboard Pro, plus AI-assisted ideation to speed up exploration.…

Abhijit Dutta

Hi, I’m Abhijit Dutta, a pre-production animation artist and creative director based in Kolkata, with 18+ years of experience across international and domestic animation and gaming projects. I focus on turning scripts and ideas into clear visual stories through strong storyboards, animatics, and cohesive visual development—covering character design, background layout, and concept art. I’ve led pre-production teams and managed production pipelines from early ideation to QC and delivery, helping studios maintain consistent visual style while hitting tight schedules. Along with hands-on art direction—mentoring artists and collaborating closely with directors and producers—I also work on game asset production and digital content, using tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, Krita, and Storyboard Pro, plus AI-assisted ideation to speed up exploration.…

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Hi, I’m Abhijit Dutta, a pre-production animation artist and creative director based in Kolkata, with 18+ years of experience across international and domestic animation and gaming projects. I focus on turning scripts and ideas into clear visual stories through strong storyboards, animatics, and cohesive visual development—covering character design, background layout, and concept art.

I’ve led pre-production teams and managed production pipelines from early ideation to QC and delivery, helping studios maintain consistent visual style while hitting tight schedules. Along with hands-on art direction—mentoring artists and collaborating closely with directors and producers—I also work on game asset production and digital content, using tools like Photoshop, After Effects, Maya, Krita, and Storyboard Pro, plus AI-assisted ideation to speed up exploration.

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Language

Bengali
Fluent
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Work Experience

Sr. Storyboard Artist / QC Artist / Expert Digital Artist at POCKET FM Pvt. Ltd.
November 1, 2024 - Present
Lead storyboard artist and QC artist responsible for creating storyboards, animatics, and visual assets for audio-first content. Collaborated with production teams to ensure high-quality storytelling and timely delivery across international projects.
Production Manager at GRAPH Animation Studio
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Oversaw pre-production and production workflows, coordinated creative teams, and ensured alignment with project timelines and quality standards across animation and gaming assets.
Pre-Production Supervisor / HOD at PI Animation Studio
March 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023
Directed pre-production pipelines, supervised storyboard, concept art, and asset development; guided cross-functional teams to deliver assets for animations and games.
Head of Pre-Production at Gunjan Apps Studios (Gaming)
August 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022
Led pre-production for gaming titles; managed teams, defined art style, and established processes for rapid concept-to-asset pipelines.
Head of Pre-Production at Aim Animation Production
August 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
Directed pre-production operations, coordinating storyboards, character design, and visual development to support multiple animation projects.
Head of Pre-Production at APSS Animation Production
March 1, 2016 - July 1, 2018
Managed pre-production pipelines and design teams; ensured timely delivery of assets and adherence to creative direction across projects.
Part-Time Faculty (Pre-Production/Animation-related teaching) at Arena Animation
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Provided part-time instruction and guidance for animation learning and related pre-production skills.
Part-Time Faculty at Arena Animation, Garia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Taught and mentored students in animation pre-production, storyboarding, and visual development.
Team Lead – Pre-Production & 2D Animation at A.F.X Animation Production
March 1, 2013 - February 1, 2016
Led pre-production and 2D animation teams, driving storyboard, design, and asset pipelines for multiple animation titles.
Freelance Animator & Storyboard Artist at Self-employed
February 1, 2009 - March 1, 2013
Provided freelance animation, storyboarding, and visual development services for various clients and projects.
Pre-Production Artist at Elecom Toon Studio
December 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Assisted in pre-production artwork, character and background design, and asset development.
Pre-Production Artist (Part-Time) at Dawsen TV
March 1, 2006 - September 1, 2007
Supported pre-production tasks, storyboarding, and asset planning for television projects.
Pre-Production Artist at Dawsen TV
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Worked as a pre-production artist supporting animation development tasks.

Education

Diploma in Animation at ITRC, Indore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Diploma in Visual & Performing Arts at SwarSangam, Birla Academy
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fine Art at Sastriya Sangeet Kala Parishad
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Art Appreciation at Birla Academy of Art & Culture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Higher Secondary at WBHSE
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Secondary at WBSE
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Diploma in Animation at ITRC, Indore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Diploma in Visual & Performing Arts at SwarSangam, Birla Academy
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fine Art at Sastriya Sangeet Kala Parishad
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Art Appreciation at Birla Academy of Art & Culture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Higher Secondary at WBHSE
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Secondary at WBSE
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Diploma in Animation at ITRC, Indore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Diploma in Visual & Performing Arts at SwarSangam, Birla Academy
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fine Art at Sastriya Sangeet Kala Parishad
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Art Appreciation at Birla Academy of Art & Culture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Higher Secondary at WBHSE
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Secondary at WBSE
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998
Diploma in Animation at ITRC, Indore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Diploma in Visual & Performing Arts at SwarSangam, Birla Academy
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Diploma in Fine Art at Sastriya Sangeet Kala Parishad
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Art Appreciation at Birla Academy of Art & Culture
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Higher Secondary at WBHSE
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2001
Secondary at WBSE
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 1998

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Professional Services