I am a Senior Animator with 16+ years of experience creating high-quality animation for feature films, streaming series, gaming, and virtual reality projects. My expertise lies in creature and character animation, mocap cleanup, and photorealistic keyframe animation, delivering seamless, Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Max, I specialize in bringing fantasy creatures, quadrupeds, and digital doubles to life with realism and impact. In addition to hands-on animation, I have experience mentoring artists, supervising sequences, and streamlining pipelines to enhance efficiency and creative output. Known for adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving, I thrive in fast-paced production environments. I have lead team in movies like Worldcup 83, Maidan. I have successfully met deadline on every project worked. Let’s connect and explore how we can create exceptional visual stories together!.

Sanjay Shinde

I am a Senior Animator with 16+ years of experience creating high-quality animation for feature films, streaming series, gaming, and virtual reality projects. My expertise lies in creature and character animation, mocap cleanup, and photorealistic keyframe animation, delivering seamless, Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Max, I specialize in bringing fantasy creatures, quadrupeds, and digital doubles to life with realism and impact. In addition to hands-on animation, I have experience mentoring artists, supervising sequences, and streamlining pipelines to enhance efficiency and creative output. Known for adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving, I thrive in fast-paced production environments. I have lead team in movies like Worldcup 83, Maidan. I have successfully met deadline on every project worked. Let’s connect and explore how we can create exceptional visual stories together!.

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I am a Senior Animator with 16+ years of experience creating high-quality animation for feature films,
streaming series, gaming, and virtual reality projects. My expertise lies in creature and character animation,
mocap cleanup, and photorealistic keyframe animation, delivering seamless,
Proficient in Autodesk Maya, Max, I specialize in bringing fantasy creatures, quadrupeds,
and digital doubles to life with realism and impact.
In addition to hands-on animation, I have experience mentoring artists,
supervising sequences, and streamlining pipelines to enhance efficiency
and creative output. Known for adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving,
I thrive in fast-paced production environments.
I have lead team in movies like Worldcup 83, Maidan.
I have successfully met deadline on every project worked.
Let’s connect and explore how we can create exceptional visual stories together!.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Animator at Dneg Redefine Studios
June 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Led end-to-end VFX animation sequences, delivering high-quality visuals within deadlines. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to provide effective solutions to issues as they arose.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
June 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025
Led animation teams, delegated tasks, provided constructive feedback, and developed creative solutions for complex projects. Ensured artistic quality and timely delivery.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
October 1, 2015 - September 8, 2025
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment; demonstrated leadership from concept to completion and developed solutions to animation challenges.
Animation Artist at Prime Focus World Ltd
November 1, 2014 - September 8, 2025
Synchronized animatics for sound testing and effectiveness; created realistic textures for graphics and 3D animations using Photoshop.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
February 1, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Delivered flexible scheduling and animation services across shifts, meeting client timelines and project requirements.
3D Character Animator at UTV
August 1, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Followed design guidelines, asset naming conventions and technical constraints to ensure results were compliant with industry standards.
Senior Animator at DNEG Redefine Studios, Mumbai
June 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Led and delivered complex 3D animation sequences for VFX projects, ensuring high-quality character performance and timely delivery. Collaborated with directors and production teams to translate creative briefs into polished animation, maintained consistency with style guides, and mentored junior animators.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios, Mumbai
August 1, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Led animation production, supervised a team of artists, scheduled deliverables, and ensured outputs met client expectations while preserving creative vision.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation, Mumbai
June 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Managed end-to-end animation projects from concept to completion; delegated tasks, provided feedback, and coordinated with cross-functional teams to solve problems.
Animation Artist at Prime Focus World Ltd, Mumbai
October 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Synchronized animatics for sound testing and effectiveness; created realistic textures in Photoshop for graphics and 3D animations.
Animator/Mentor at Crest Animation, Mumbai
November 1, 2014 - October 4, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, identified and fixed animation problems, and developed storyboards outlining animation plans.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd, Mumbai
February 1, 2011 - October 4, 2025
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts; delivered services to client locations within timeframes; followed design guidelines and asset naming conventions.
3D Character Animator at UTV
August 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Followed design guidelines and platform constraints to produce results compliant with industry standards; contributed to 3D character animation pipelines.
Senior Animator at Dneg / Redefine Studios
June 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Led and executed high-end 3D animation and VFX sequences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet creative and technical requirements. Ensured asset quality, consistency with project pipelines, and on-time delivery. Demonstrated self-motivation and attention to detail, resolving issues and optimizing animation workflows.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
June 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Directed and supervised animation tasks, mentored team members, and ensured alignment with client expectations. Coordinated with art directors and production to plan workflows, schedules, and milestones.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
October 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Led a team of animators; managed project timelines; contributed to concept to completion; delivered creative solutions and ensured quality across multiple projects.
Animation Artist at Prime Focus World Ltd
November 1, 2014 - October 4, 2025
Synchronized animatics for sound testing; created realistic textures for graphics and 3D animations using Photoshop; supported pipeline optimization and asset prep.
Animator / Mentor at Crest Animation
February 1, 2011 - October 4, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations for review; developed storyboards outlining animation plans; provided mentorship and feedback to junior artists.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
August 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Delivered flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts; followed design guidelines and client requirements to produce compliant animation work.
Senior Animator VFX at Dneg Redefine Studios
June 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes. Paid attention to detail while completing assignments. Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
June 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement. Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback. Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
October 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment. Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion. Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
August 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts. Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Animator / Mentor at Crest Animation
February 1, 2011 - October 4, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, finding and fixing animation problems. Developed storyboards outlining animation plans.
Senior Animator at Dneg Redefine Studios
June 30, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Led the creation of high-quality 3D animation sequences for VFX projects, ensuring fidelity and timely delivery. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, maintained attention to detail, identified issues, and proposed effective solutions to keep projects on track.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
June 30, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Led animation teams, delegated tasks, and ensured delivery of polished sequences. Demonstrated strong communication, managed projects from concept to completion, and contributed to pipeline improvements.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
October 31, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Provided professional services in a dynamic environment, worked independently and collaboratively, and demonstrated leadership in managing projects from concept to completion with creative problem-solving.
Mentor / Animation Artist at Crest Animation
February 28, 2011 - October 4, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, developed storyboards outlining animation plans, and mentored junior artists.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
August 31, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Delivered animation work across flexible hours, following design guidelines and asset conventions to ensure compliant results.
Senior Animator at Dneg Redefine Studios
June 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Led and executed high-end VFX animation pipelines; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality character animation on schedule.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
August 1, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Led animation team, planned schedules, delegated tasks, and ensured quality across projects; mentored junior animators.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
June 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Led teams delivering professional animation services; provided creative solutions and managed projects from concept to completion.
Animation Artist at Prime Focus World
October 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Synchronized animatics for sound testing and created realistic textures; contributed to 3D animation pipeline.
Animator/Mentor at Crest Animation
November 1, 2014 - October 4, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations; created storyboards and assisted in problem solving.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
February 1, 2011 - October 4, 2025
Delivered character animation across projects with flexible hours; adhered to asset naming conventions and standards.
3D Character Animator at UTV
August 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Supported animation production in 3D character animation across shifts.
Senior Animator at DNEG / Redefine Studios
June 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Senior Animator in VFX work with responsibilities including delivering services to client locations within specified timeframes, maintaining high attention to detail, and identifying issues to provide effective solutions.
Animation Lead at Maya Digital Studios
August 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Led animation efforts, demonstrated strong communication, and guided team members while managing projects from concept to completion.
Animation Team Lead at MY Studios Animation
June 1, 2018 - October 25, 2025
Led animation team in dynamic work environment, both independently and collaboratively, and contributed to project leadership and creative problem solving.
Animation Artist at Prime Focus World
October 1, 2015 - October 25, 2025
Synchronized animatics for sound testing and effectiveness; created realistic textures for graphics and 3D animations using Photoshop.
Animator / Mentor at Crest Animation
November 1, 2014 - October 25, 2025
Designed mock-ups and simulations for review, identified animation problems, and developed storyboards outlining animation plans.
Character Animator at Maya Entertainment Pvt Ltd
February 1, 2011 - October 25, 2025
Delivered services with flexible hours and adhered to design guidelines and industry standards for 3D character animation.
3D Character Animator at UTV
August 1, 2010 - October 25, 2025
Produced results compliant with design guidelines, asset naming conventions, and technical constraints for 3D character animation.

Education

High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Master of Arts at MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts: ARTS at MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Arts MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts: ARTS at MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts: ARTS at MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts at MHSSP COLLAGE - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma at Bright School - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025
Master of Arts at Siddharth College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025
Master of Arts at MHSSP College - Mumbai
January 11, 2030 - October 25, 2025

Qualifications

Master of Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
Master of Arts
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - October 4, 2025

Industry Experience

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