Hi, I’m Shijil Kumaran, a CG/VFX artist and compositor with a passion for visual storytelling. I bring extensive experience in VFX, color correction, keying, tracking, rotoscoping, and seamless live-action integration to deliver high-quality results for feature films and series. I thrive in both independent and collaborative settings, and I’m committed to excellence in every frame I create. I’m hardworking, adaptable, and creative, with a track record of delivering projects on time and blending technical proficiency with artistic flair to elevate storytelling.

Shijil Kumaran

Hi, I’m Shijil Kumaran, a CG/VFX artist and compositor with a passion for visual storytelling. I bring extensive experience in VFX, color correction, keying, tracking, rotoscoping, and seamless live-action integration to deliver high-quality results for feature films and series. I thrive in both independent and collaborative settings, and I’m committed to excellence in every frame I create. I’m hardworking, adaptable, and creative, with a track record of delivering projects on time and blending technical proficiency with artistic flair to elevate storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Shijil Kumaran, a CG/VFX artist and compositor with a passion for visual storytelling. I bring extensive experience in VFX, color correction, keying, tracking, rotoscoping, and seamless live-action integration to deliver high-quality results for feature films and series. I thrive in both independent and collaborative settings, and I’m committed to excellence in every frame I create.

I’m hardworking, adaptable, and creative, with a track record of delivering projects on time and blending technical proficiency with artistic flair to elevate storytelling.

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Language

English
Advanced
Malayalam
Intermediate
Tamil
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Compositor (remote) at Reno Studios, Taiwan
February 1, 2024 - November 9, 2025
Senior compositor on a remote freelance contract contributing to international CG with live-action projects.
Compositor at CINESITE
September 15, 2023 - September 15, 2023
Compositor (remote), fixed-term contract contributing to international CG with live-action feature film; credit on The Family Plan (2023).
Freelance Compositor at Netflix (Netflix Japanese Web Series)
July 31, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Freelance compositor on Netflix Japanese web-series project, enhancing visual storytelling with precise compositing.
Senior Compositor (remote) at MPC Film
March 31, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Senior compositor (remote) delivering high-impact work on international CG/live-action features; credits include Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023).
Senior Compositor at DNEG, India Pvt Ltd
February 8, 2023 - February 8, 2023
Senior compositor, key contributor on major projects including Meg 2, Masters of the Air, Peter Pan & Wendy, Devotion, 1899 (Netflix).
Senior Compositor (key Artist) at Moving Picture Company (MPC Film), India
March 31, 2022 - March 31, 2022
Senior compositor (key artist) working on international CG and live-action features and series; titles include Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Night Books, The Last Duel, Mortal Kombat, The Third Day, among others.
VFX Compositor at Pixstone Images Private Ltd, Chennai
March 7, 2018 - March 7, 2018
VFX compositing for international live-action films.
3D Modeler at KEN Creative Studio, Chennai
June 30, 2010 - June 30, 2010
Created various low- and high-polygon 3D character and asset models for TV and film projects based on concept art.
VFX Compositor/ 3D Modeler at EFX Magic in Motion (A division of Prasad Corporation Ltd), Chennai
May 29, 2017 - May 29, 2017
VFX compositor and 3D modeler; projects include Ghost Rider, The Finest Hours, Automata, Godzilla, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter; domestic Indian movies.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce at University of Calicut
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment