I'm a 3D Artist and Senior Digital Matte Painter with 10+ years of experience in the entertainment industry. I've contributed to 700+ shots across 90+ films and series, collaborating with studios like Rocket Science VFX and Mr. X / MPC. I continuously refine my craft, pushing creative and technical boundaries to bring immersive worlds to life through digital matte painting. Currently based in Thailand. I work on high-profile projects including Wednesday (Season 8), Poker Face (Season 9), Murder Mystery 2, Murder Mysteries (Season 16), The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Boys (Season 4). I create high-quality digital matte paintings for seamless integration into live-action footage. Collaborated with VFX supervisors and production teams to achieve creative and technical excellence.

Ayush Saraogi

I'm a 3D Artist and Senior Digital Matte Painter with 10+ years of experience in the entertainment industry. I've contributed to 700+ shots across 90+ films and series, collaborating with studios like Rocket Science VFX and Mr. X / MPC. I continuously refine my craft, pushing creative and technical boundaries to bring immersive worlds to life through digital matte painting. Currently based in Thailand. I work on high-profile projects including Wednesday (Season 8), Poker Face (Season 9), Murder Mystery 2, Murder Mysteries (Season 16), The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Boys (Season 4). I create high-quality digital matte paintings for seamless integration into live-action footage. Collaborated with VFX supervisors and production teams to achieve creative and technical excellence.

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I’m a 3D Artist and Senior Digital Matte Painter with 10+ years of experience in the entertainment industry. I’ve contributed to 700+ shots across 90+ films and series, collaborating with studios like Rocket Science VFX and Mr. X / MPC. I continuously refine my craft, pushing creative and technical boundaries to bring immersive worlds to life through digital matte painting. Currently based in Thailand.

I work on high-profile projects including Wednesday (Season 8), Poker Face (Season 9), Murder Mystery 2, Murder Mysteries (Season 16), The Fall of the House of Usher, and The Boys (Season 4). I create high-quality digital matte paintings for seamless integration into live-action footage. Collaborated with VFX supervisors and production teams to achieve creative and technical excellence.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Digital Matte Painter at Rocket Science VFX (Hollywood)
December 31, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Contributed to blockbusters and high-profile VFX sequences; developed photorealistic matte paintings for backdrops, set extensions, and CG environments; collaborated closely with compositors and production teams to achieve seamless integration.
Matte Painter at NY VFX WALA (Bollywood)
December 31, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Worked on major Bollywood films including Padmaavat, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Raid, and others; enhanced digital environments and set extensions; maintained high-quality outputs on large-scale VFX projects.
Mid-Level Matte Painter at MR. X / TECHNICOLOR (HOLLYWOOD)
January 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Handled photorealistic matte paintings for backdrops, set extensions, and CG integrations; led multiple projects with tight deadlines; developed strong visual composition and color-correction skills.
Senior Digital Matte Painter at Rockets Science VFX (Hollywood)
December 31, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Contributed to blockbuster VFX by creating foreground, mid-ground, and background elements; ensured seamless integration of assets; collaborated with VFX supervisors and production teams to achieve creative and technical excellence.
Mid-Level Matte Painter at Mr. X / Technicolor (Hollywood)
December 31, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Worked on major features, including Padmaavat, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Raid, Mersal, Golmaal Again, Jagga Jasoos, Baahubali 2. Developed photorealistic environments, set extensions, and CG environments; collaborated with compositors and production teams.
Matte Painter at NYV FX Walla (Bollywood)
December 31, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Created matte paintings and backgrounds for Bollywood projects; gained experience with large-scale VFX and integration into live-action footage using Nuke, Maya, and After Effects.
Graphic Designer at Avlokan Development India Centre
December 31, 2015 - October 16, 2025
Designed creative assets for various media; collaborated with teams to deliver high-quality graphics, set extensions, composition, and color corrections.
Senior Digital Matte Painter at Rocket Science VFX
January 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Contributed to blockbuster films by creating photorealistic matte paintings for backgrounds, set extensions, and CG environments. Collaborated closely with comp artists to ensure seamless integration of all elements.
Mid-Level Matte Painter at MR. X / Technicolor (Hollywood)
January 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Developed photorealistic matte paintings for backgrounds, set extensions, and CG environments. Led a team of 6 as VFX Team Lead, overseeing project breakdown, task allocation, and production workflow.
Matte Painter at NY VFX Walla (Bollywood)
January 1, 2018 - October 16, 2025
Enhanced digital environments and shot extensions for Bollywood films, gaining valuable experience in handling large-scale VFX projects.
Senior Digital Matte Painter at Rocket Science VFX (Hollywood)
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Contributed to blockbuster films, including Kate (2021), Monster Hunter (2021), Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins (2021), Jupiter’s Legacy (2021), Snowpiercer (2021), American Gods (Season 3), The Old Guard (2020), Shazam (2019), Ad Astra (2019), Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019), and many more. Developed photorealistic matte paintings for backgrounds, set extensions, and CG environments. Worked closely with compositors to ensure seamless integration of elements.
Mid-Level Matte Painter at MR. X / TECHNICOLOR (Hollywood)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Portfolio in After Effects, VOX Animation in After Effects, Premiere, 3ds Max, Fusion, and Nuke. Managed high-profile projects, creating a versatile set of digital assets for film and TV. Worked on interior design & product commercial animation and live-action integration.
Graphic Designer at Avlokan Development India Centre
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Graphic Designer responsible for creating visual assets, layouts and branding collateral for multiple client projects. Led design tasks and collaborated with teams to deliver high-quality visuals on tight deadlines.
Matte Painter at NY VFX Walla (Bollywood)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Matte Painter for Bollywood projects; contributed to background environments and set extensions for film production. Worked with VFX teams to ensure photorealistic integration.

Education

Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects at Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Calcutta University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2014
ICSE (Class 10) at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School, Kolkata
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Senior Secondary (Class 12) at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School, Kolkata
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
ICSE (Class 10) at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Senior Secondary at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Calcutta University
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects at MAAC - Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects at Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Calcutta University
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2014
Senior Secondary at Indira Gandhi Memorial School
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025
ICSE (Class 10) at Indira Gandhi Memorial School
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025
Diploma in Advanced Visual Effects at MAAC (Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Calcutta University
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
ICSE (Class 10) at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Senior Secondary (Class 12) at Indira Gandhi Memorial Senior Secondary School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

MAAC Creative League Certificate – Mobile Photography
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
24fps International Animation Awards – Bronze
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
24fps International Animation Award – Digital Film Making
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Long Service Award at Mr. X / Technicolor for 3+ years; asset design using Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, 3ds Max, Fusion, and Nuke
January 1, 2010 - October 16, 2025
Bronze – 24FPS International Animation Awards
January 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025
Photography – 24FPS
January 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025
Mobile Photography – MAAC Creative League Certification
January 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025
Digital Film Making – 24FPS International Animation Awards
January 1, 2014 - October 16, 2025
Long Service Award – Mr. X / Technicolor
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025
24FPS International Animation Award – Bronze
January 1, 2015 - October 16, 2025
MAC Creative League Certification – Mobile Photography
January 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment