Hi, I'm Mahesh Kumar, a story-driven 3D animator with 10 years of experience in animation and VFX. I love bringing characters and creatures to life through high-quality animations and dynamic shots. Skilled in various animation techniques and software, I enjoy working collaboratively in teams and mentoring junior artists. I'm passionate about storytelling through animation and always eager to learn new tools and technologies to improve my craft. Looking forward to exploring new challenges and contributing my skills to exciting projects.

Mahesh Kumar

Hi, I'm Mahesh Kumar, a story-driven 3D animator with 10 years of experience in animation and VFX. I love bringing characters and creatures to life through high-quality animations and dynamic shots. Skilled in various animation techniques and software, I enjoy working collaboratively in teams and mentoring junior artists. I'm passionate about storytelling through animation and always eager to learn new tools and technologies to improve my craft. Looking forward to exploring new challenges and contributing my skills to exciting projects.

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Hi, I’m Mahesh Kumar, a story-driven 3D animator with 10 years of experience in animation and VFX. I love bringing characters and creatures to life through high-quality animations and dynamic shots. Skilled in various animation techniques and software, I enjoy working collaboratively in teams and mentoring junior artists.

I’m passionate about storytelling through animation and always eager to learn new tools and technologies to improve my craft. Looking forward to exploring new challenges and contributing my skills to exciting projects.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Animator at Assemblage Entertainment Pvt Ltd, Mumbai
April 1, 2023 - June 11, 2024
Worked as part of a broader production network including teams and coordinators. Created visually stunning animations using Autodesk Maya, mentored junior artists, and analyzed and solved animation-related technical challenges while familiarizing with new production tools.
Game Animator at Technicolor India Pvt Ltd, Bangalore
March 1, 2021 - March 31, 2023
Created animations for video games, designed Mocap data and simulations, created game cinematics using Autodesk Maya, Motion Builder, Dynamixyz Performer, and Shotgun. Gained knowledge of Faceware and Unreal Engine 5 and researched realistic animation movements.
3D Animator at Incessant Rain Animation Studios, Nepal
August 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Developed animation using personal acting references, animated semi-realistic quadrupeds using live-action footage, participated in brainstorming sessions, and read scripts and storylines to understand animation requirements.
3D Animator at 88 Pictures Media & Entertainment Pvt Ltd - Mumbai
October 1, 2018 - August 31, 2019
Created semi-realistic animation with proper motions and emotions, met production deadlines and client requirements, read scripts for understanding animation needs, collaborated with the production team, and combined technical and artistic abilities for animation objectives.
Junior 3D Animator at Technicolor India Pvt Ltd, Bangalore
February 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018
Worked on projects such as Boss Baby Back in Business and Dragons Rescue Riders. Assisted in animation production supporting the team and contributing to high-quality character animation.
Junior 3D Animator at Xentrix Studios Pvt Ltd, Bangalore
February 1, 2015 - January 31, 2017
Developed timing and spacing for animation movement to match soundtrack and audio, learned Studio Pipeline, created block animation with audio dialog tracks, planned shots considering story context, animated semi-realistic creatures, and worked closely with Animation Supervisor.

Education

AISSCE at Kendriya Vidyalaya
May 1, 2011 - May 31, 2012
Bachelor's degree at Karnataka State Open University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
AISSCE at Kendriya Vidyalaya
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
AISSE at Kendriya Vidyalaya
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
June 1, 2012 - May 31, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming