Photoshop
Bala Sutar
Senior Concept artist
Bengaluru
Summary
Concept Artist | Visual Development | VR Game Artist
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Advanced Artist
Light & Wonder
07.2024 - Current
- Specialize in creating slot game art, utilizing AI pipelines and motion graphics to enhance game visuals
- Lead the development of innovative game art assets, ensuring high-quality visual designs for advanced gaming experiences
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize game aesthetics and integrate cutting-edge technologies
Co-Founder | Art Director
Lokas Interactive (VR Gaming)
03.2023 - Current
- Drive visual excellence in VR games, focusing on concept development and immersive design
- Lead visual direction for 'BeatHit,' a fitness app integrating boxing and shooting elements
Senior Concept Artist / Visual Development
Zebu Animation
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed animation pre-production, character design, color scripting, and background art
Principal Concept Artist
Big Viking Games
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered high-quality game concepts, pre-visualizations, splash screens, mood boards, style guides, and UI designs
- Key Project: 'Yo Life' - Meta Virtual World Game
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Games24x7
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Created game concepts, splash screens, mood boards, and style guides for casino games
- Key Project: 'Pet Heaven' - Bubble Shooter Game
Lead Artist
Self-Employed/Freelancer
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Handled the complete art pipeline, including 3D modeling and UI design
- Key Projects: 'Teen Patti' - Bubble Shooter Game, 'Run Totti Run' - Visual Development Artist
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Hike.in
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Specialized in character design, sticker design, 3D face filters, and AR effects
- Worked with a prototyping team on projects reaching millions of users
- Key Projects:
- 'Dadi vs Jellies' - Shooter Game (Game of the Year 2014, Nasscom GDC India, 1M users)
- 'Shiva the Time Bender' - Platform Runner Game (Featured in 100 countries, 1M users)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Illustration and Traditional Painting
Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
01.2004 - 1 2009
Skills
Visual art creation
Behance
balasart
Awards
GAFX Bangalore - 1st Prize Winner, 2017-2018, Recognized at India's largest annual event for Games, Animation, and Visual Effects, hosted by the Government of Karnataka. Won first prize in the digital painting competition (professional category).
Notable Links
- BeatHit
- Zebu Animation
- Big Viking Games
- Pet Paradise Game
- Run Totti Run Artwork
Software
Blender
Procreate
Substance painter
Unity
Interests
Playing guitar
Timeline
Senior Advanced Artist
Light & Wonder
07.2024 - Current
Co-Founder | Art Director
Lokas Interactive (VR Gaming)
03.2023 - Current
Senior Concept Artist / Visual Development
Zebu Animation
07.2022 - 04.2023
Principal Concept Artist
Big Viking Games
09.2021 - 05.2022
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Games24x7
05.2019 - 09.2020
Lead Artist
Self-Employed/Freelancer
04.2018 - 05.2019
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Hike.in
03.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Illustration and Traditional Painting
Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
01.2004 - 1 2009
Similar Profiles
Dane MillsDane Mills
Production Assembler at Light & WonderProduction Assembler at Light & Wonder
Bharathi SelvanBharathi Selvan
Senior Manager at Light & WonderSenior Manager at Light & Wonder
Colin Michael TwestenColin Michael Twesten
Senior QA Test Engineer at Light & WonderSenior QA Test Engineer at Light & Wonder
Ankur SharmaAnkur Sharma
SALES DIRECTOR ASIA at Light & WonderSALES DIRECTOR ASIA at Light & Wonder
Ayushi SharmaAyushi Sharma
Emerging Architect at Shell India Markets Pvt LtdEmerging Architect at Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd