I am a lead animator with progressive experience in 3D animation. I have advanced from a junior animator to a leadership role, overseeing teams and projects. Throughout my career, I have contributed to both international and domestic initiatives, honing my skills in character animation, storytelling, and project management. My journey has also led me to serve as an animation instructor, sharing my expertise with others in the industry. Driven by a passion for creativity and a commitment to excellence, I continue to thrive in the dynamic world of animation.

Dheeraj J Desetti

I am a lead animator with progressive experience in 3D animation. I have advanced from a junior animator to a leadership role, overseeing teams and projects. Throughout my career, I have contributed to both international and domestic initiatives, honing my skills in character animation, storytelling, and project management. My journey has also led me to serve as an animation instructor, sharing my expertise with others in the industry. Driven by a passion for creativity and a commitment to excellence, I continue to thrive in the dynamic world of animation.

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I am a lead animator with progressive experience in 3D animation. I have advanced from a junior animator to a leadership role, overseeing teams and projects. Throughout my career, I have contributed to both international and domestic initiatives, honing my skills in character animation, storytelling, and project management.

My journey has also led me to serve as an animation instructor, sharing my expertise with others in the industry. Driven by a passion for creativity and a commitment to excellence, I continue to thrive in the dynamic world of animation.

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Experience Level

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Intermediate

Language

Telugu
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Junior Animator at Golden Robot Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2018 - August 9, 2025
Created high-quality 3D animations for TV episodic projects such as Rudra’s Magical Adventures and Mighty Little Bheem, collaborating with clients including Netflix and Sonic.
3D Animator at Technicolor Group Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2019 - August 9, 2025
Worked on various projects as a feature animator, including Mickey the Rooster Racer for Disney Jr., Fast and Furious: Spy Racers, and Boss Baby: Back in Business for DreamWorks.
Senior 3D Animator at Xentrix Studios Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2020 - August 9, 2025
Worked as Senior Animator on projects including Big Nate for Nickelodeon and TV episodes for Transformers Prime.
Lead Feature Animator at PlayShifu Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2022 - August 9, 2025
Lead feature animator for AR/VR games and also e-learning platforms.
Animation Team Lead at Technicolor Group Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2024 - August 9, 2025
Worked as a game animator on UFC games and mentored candidates in gaming facial and body mechanics mockups. Created gaming animations.
Lead Feature Animator & Animation Professor at Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
January 1, 2024 - Present
As a visiting faculty member in animation, I teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in areas such as 3D animation, lighting and rendering, acting for animation, gaming mockup animations, look development, dynamics, rigging, and portfolio development.

Education

BSc-Animation at Jain (Deemed-to-be University)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming

Experience Level

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Intermediate
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