Hi, I’m Babu N., a 2D artist with a passion for storytelling through illustration. I specialize in concept art, character design, and graphic design, and I’m proficient with industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro. Over the years I’ve contributed to international exhibitions, portrait work, and educational and advertising projects for clients across India and beyond. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life with clean lines, vibrant color, and thoughtful composition.

Babu N.

Hi, I’m Babu N., a 2D artist with a passion for storytelling through illustration. I specialize in concept art, character design, and graphic design, and I’m proficient with industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro. Over the years I’ve contributed to international exhibitions, portrait work, and educational and advertising projects for clients across India and beyond. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life with clean lines, vibrant color, and thoughtful composition.

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Hi, I’m Babu N., a 2D artist with a passion for storytelling through illustration. I specialize in concept art, character design, and graphic design, and I’m proficient with industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.

Over the years I’ve contributed to international exhibitions, portrait work, and educational and advertising projects for clients across India and beyond. I enjoy collaborating with creative teams to bring ideas to life with clean lines, vibrant color, and thoughtful composition.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Creative Artist at Thomson Digital (Pvt) Ltd (India Today Group)
December 31, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Worked as a creative artist producing digital illustrations and animation content for various media projects.
Senior Digital Artist, Concept Artist at Dashtoon Lead - Art Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. - BYJUS
December 31, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Led digital art and concept development for educational content and interactive media projects at BYJUS.
Senior Digital Artist at Shaloms New Dimension
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Senior digital artist responsible for creating high-quality digital artworks and animation in New Delhi-based studio.
Creative Artist / Animator at Various clients including Cheil India, McCann Erickson India Pvt Ltd, Hakuhodo Percept (P) Ltd, J. Walter Thompson Worldwide
December 31, 2019 - August 27, 2025
Executed animation and creative art projects for leading advertising agencies and entertainment studios across India and internationally.
Illustrator Artist and Graphic Designer at Coschool
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Worked as an illustrator artist and graphic designer at Coschool, Hyderabad. Responsibilities included concept art, graphic designing, and digital art creation.
Senior Digital Artist, Concept Artist at Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. - BYJUS
January 1, 2023 - August 27, 2025
Led art and concept art creation, working on various projects including digital paintings and graphic designs for BYJUS educational platform.
Senior Digital Artist at Shaloms New Dimension
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025
Worked as a senior digital artist involved in creating digital art and animations.
Animator at Various animation studios including FCB, McCann Erickson India Pvt Ltd, HAKUHODO PERCEPT (P) LTD, J. Walter Thompson, Dentsu One Pvt Ltd, ESCO Toonz Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, Cyber Dodo, Thomson Digital Pvt Ltd, Millitoon Animation Pvt Ltd
January 1, 2016 - August 27, 2025
Contributed as animator on multiple international projects including 2D series 'KING' (Canada), Vampire Paris, Lazy Luzy, Pigion Boy King 2 dodo, and others. Responsibilities included animation, storyboarding, and digital art production for diverse multinational clients.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer
December 31, 2004 - September 26, 2025
Early career focusing on digital painting, portraiture, and illustration; participated in international art exhibitions and creative shows, building a foundation in design and visual storytelling.
Illustrator / Graphic Designer
December 31, 2006 - September 26, 2025
Continued development in illustration and graphic design for various clients; contributed to portraits and design assets for exhibitions and organizations.
2D Artist / Concept Artist
December 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Worked on concept art, storyboarding, and 2D design for multiple campaigns and projects, expanding skills in layout, characterization, and visual storytelling.
Senior Digital Artist / Concept Artist at Dashtoon Lead - Art Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. (BYJU'S)
December 31, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Led digital art production, concept art, and storyboard development for educational content and animation assets across several BYJU’S initiatives.
Senior Digital Artist at Decode Entertainment (Canada) / Thomson Digital / J. Walter Thompson / FCB / Others
December 31, 2019 - September 26, 2025
Contributed to 2D animation, character design, and art direction for multiple international studios and ad agencies; collaborated across teams on storyboard and visual development.
Senior Digital Artist at Various studios and agencies (BYJU'S, Decode Entertainment, Thomson Digital, J. Walter Thompson, McCann Erickson, Cheil India, Hakuhodo Percept, FCB, etc.)
December 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Continued work in 2D animation, concept art, and asset production for education and entertainment projects; supported multiple campaigns and branding initiatives.
Senior Digital Artist at Shalom’s New Dimension (Delhi)
December 31, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Delhi-based role focusing on 2D animation, art direction, and production for educational and creative content.
Senior Digital Artist
January 1, 2025 - Present
Current or recent activity in senior digital art roles within educational and animation sectors; continuing work in 2D art, concept design, and storyboard development.
2D Artist / Digital Painter at International Art Exhibition, Kolkata, West Bengal
January 1, 2004 - September 26, 2025
Developed digital paintings for an international art exhibition; contributed artwork and portrait pieces; recognized with a Gold Medal.
Senior Digital Artist / Concept Artist at Dashtoon Lead - Art Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.
December 31, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Led concept art and digital illustration workflows; contributed to educational content and visual storytelling for clients including BYJU'S.
Senior Digital Artist at Cheil India / McCann Erickson India Pvt Ltd & Hakuhodo Percept / Decode Entertainment / Thomson Digital (Pvt) Ltd
December 31, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Created 2D artwork, animation assets, and concept art for campaigns and entertainment projects across multiple agencies and studios.
Senior Digital Artist at BYJUS / Dashtoon Lead - Art Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.
December 31, 2019 - September 26, 2025
Developed educational illustrations and storyboard assets for BYJU'S content and related educational media.
Creative Artist at Thomson Digital (Pvt) Ltd / India Today Group
December 31, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Deliverables across creative artwork and animation assets for media group clients; created visuals for campaigns and editorial features.
Senior Digital Artist at Shalom New Dimension
December 31, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Senior digital artist responsible for conceptual art and visuals for various media projects.
Senior Digital Artist at Dashtoon Lead - Art Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. / BYJU'S
January 1, 2025 - Present
Current role focusing on digital art for educational content and ongoing visual development.
Illustrator, Artist and Graphic Designer at Various Clients & Exhibitions
January 1, 2004 - September 26, 2025
Created digital paintings and illustrations for international exhibitions; contributed to portrait and graphic design projects.
Portrait/Exhibition Artist at Tamil Nadu Improvement Association (Exhibitions)
January 1, 2006 - September 26, 2025
Produced portrait artworks and participated in exhibitions; recipient of best portrait awards.
Senior Digital Artist / Concept Artist at DASHTOON LEAD - ART Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. (BYJUS)
January 1, 2008 - September 26, 2025
Led digital art and concept art creation for educational technology projects and learning platforms.
Senior Digital Artist at DASHTOON LEAD - ART Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. (BYJUS)
January 1, 2016 - September 26, 2025
Continued as senior digital artist delivering concept art and visuals for learning products.
Senior Digital Artist at Shaloms New Dimension
January 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Senior digital artist involved in 2D art production and character design.
Senior Digital Artist at Cheil India / McCann Erickson India Pvt Ltd / Hakuhodo Percept (P) Ltd / Decode Entertainment (P) Ltd / J. Walter Thompson Worldwide / Thomson Digital (Pvt) Ltd
January 1, 2023 - September 26, 2025
Worked across multiple studios on animation, 2D art, and film/advertising projects.
Animator / Artist at Decode Entertainment (P) Ltd / Thomson Digital (Pvt) Ltd / FCB / Other studios
January 1, 2025 - Present
Creative assistant/animator contributing to 2D animation and character animation for TV and film projects.

Education

B.F.A Painting at Pondicherry University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998
Animal Husbandry at Pondicherry
January 1, 1993 - August 27, 2025
B.F.A Painting at Pondicherry University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998
Animal Husbandry at Pondicherry
January 1, 1993 - August 27, 2025
BFA Painting at Pondicherry University
January 1, 1993 - December 31, 1998
BFA in Painting at Pondicherry University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998
B.F.A Painting at Pondicherry University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1998

Qualifications

Digital Painting Gold Medal
January 1, 2000 - August 27, 2025
Best Portrait Awards Tamil Nadu Improvement Association
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
1st Indian Senior Artist Camp - Kala Rang 5 Men Artist Group
January 1, 1997 - August 27, 2025
Junior Artist Camp - Jawahar Balar Bhavan Pondicherry
January 1, 1998 - August 27, 2025
Gold Medal in Digital Painting
January 1, 2000 - August 27, 2025
Best Portrait Award
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1998
1st Indian Senior Artist Camp by Kala Rang 5 Men Artist Group
January 1, 1997 - August 27, 2025
Junior Artist Camp, Jawahar Balar Bhavan
January 1, 1998 - August 27, 2025
Best Portrait Award
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Best Portrait Award
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Best Portrait Award
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Best Portrait Award
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other