Pankaj Umbarkar

Hi, I’m Pankaj Umbarkar, a VFX paint lead with a solid track record spanning more than a decade in painting, keying, roto, and compositing across major film and TV projects. I specialize in marker and wire removal, background reconstruction, paint fixes, grain management, and edge integration, using Nuke and related tools to deliver clean, believable plates. I’m a proactive problem-solver who thrives on collaborative environments and guiding teams to efficient, high-quality results.

I’ve grown from hands-on paint work to leading prep teams, bidding, and project planning, with experience coordinating with vendors and studios on Hollywood-scale productions. I’m passionate about mentoring artists, optimizing workflows, and delivering polished visuals on tight deadlines while upholding creative quality.