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Chaitanya Gautame

Pune

Summary

Experienced creative producer skilled in generating impactful and innovative content. Demonstrates expertise in storytelling, technical editing, business operations, and team leadership. Proven success in transforming concepts into exceptional products while managing logistics, design, and inventory requirements. Proficient in stereo composition, 2D/3D compositing, graphic design, audio recording and mixing/mastering, audio/video composition, guitar playing, song/story writing, song composition, and production coordination.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

VFX Coordinator

Method Studios
Pune
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed and maintained an organized database of VFX assets.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of all necessary materials for VFX projects.
  • Created schedules and tracked progress on multiple VFX projects simultaneously.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards, regulations, and contractual requirements related to VFX production.
  • Managed communication between creative teams and external vendors regarding technical specifications for VFX projects.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing project status updates for management review.
  • Provided support to post-production teams in order to facilitate smooth completion of complex visual effects tasks.
  • Monitored delivery timelines for all stages of the production process related to Visual Effects workflows.
  • Conducted research into new technologies and techniques that could be used to enhance the quality or efficiency of Visual Effects processes.
  • Resolved any issues that arise during the course of a project relating to Visual Effects workflows.
  • Maintained accurate records of changes made throughout the duration of a project's lifecycle.
  • Tracked asset usage across multiple departments in order to avoid conflicts or duplication of effort.
  • Identified areas for improvement within existing processes related to Visual Effects workflows.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
  • Conducted meetings to discuss production progress and attain production objectives.
  • Remained composed, polished and highly productive, even during moments of extreme stress to achieve optimal results.

2D Compositor

Method Studios
Pune
10.2019 - 06.2022
  • Used Adobe Creative Suite to create designs that met client specifications.
  • Developed creative concepts based on client briefs and feedback from colleagues.
  • Edited images using Photoshop to improve quality or adjust color balance.
  • Engineered realistic computer-generated scenes by combining seamlessly with green-screened elements.
  • Incorporated 3D elements into footage.
  • Boosted lifelike qualities by using live-action footage or particle systems.
  • Integrated visual effects such as to enhance atmosphere.
  • Adjusted and modified color to correct or create effects.
  • Collected raw footage and imported in software for review and editing.
  • Controlled light, texture and shadows to create lifelike characters.

Stereo Compositor

Method Studios
Pune
09.2012 - 09.2019
  • Developed creative concepts based on client briefs and feedback from colleagues.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Ensured consistency between different versions of documents by maintaining master files.
  • Created production-ready files from approved design comps according to established standards.
  • Integrated visual effects such as to enhance atmosphere.

Stereo Compositor

Prime Focus World
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Developed creative concepts based on client briefs and feedback from colleagues.
  • Edited images using Photoshop to improve quality or adjust color balance.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Ensured consistency between different versions of documents by maintaining master files.
  • Created production-ready files from approved design comps according to established standards.
  • Integrated visual effects such as to enhance atmosphere.
  • Extracted mattes and layered elements in frames.

Education

AD3D - Animation And Special Effects

MAAC
Pune
07-2010

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting and Business/Management

L.R.T. College
Akola
06-2007

Data Analyst - Data Processing

Coding Invaders
Pune

Skills

  • Scheduling expertise
  • Client Communication
  • Deadline Management
  • Production Process Coordination
  • Project Coordination
  • Production Operations
  • Performance monitoring
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time management abilities
  • Relationship Building
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Analytical Skills
  • Operational Reporting
  • Issue Resolution
  • Time Management
  • Production Processes
  • Research Information Sourcing
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Goal Setting
  • Sound design
  • Video Editing
  • Linear Video Editing
  • Graphics and Photo Imaging Software
  • Video Editing Software
  • Business Analysis
  • Decision-Making
  • Audio and Visual Effects
  • Expert in [Nuke, Abode Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Sound Booth, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe In Design, FL Studio, Audacity, Nero Wave Editor]

Personal Information

Title: VFX Production Coordinator

Languages

Marathi
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

Affiliations

  • Guitarist
  • Blog Writer
  • Story Writer
  • Lyricist
  • Song Writer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

VFX Coordinator

Method Studios
07.2022 - Current

2D Compositor

Method Studios
10.2019 - 06.2022

Stereo Compositor

Method Studios
09.2012 - 09.2019

Stereo Compositor

Prime Focus World
06.2010 - 08.2012

AD3D - Animation And Special Effects

MAAC

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting and Business/Management

L.R.T. College

Data Analyst - Data Processing

Coding Invaders
Chaitanya Gautame