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Debayan Das

Debayan Das

3D Character & Creature Animator | Mentor
Hooghly,WB

Summary

3D Character Animator and Mentor with expertise in creating expressive character performances and guiding learners in animation fundamentals. Skilled in Autodesk Maya and committed to delivering high-quality work in both production and academic settings.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Animation & Rigging Lecturer

Parul University
12.2023 - Current
  • Leading undergraduate courses in 3D animation and rigging with a strong focus on production-ready workflows.
  • Designing curriculum aligned with industry standards to bridge the gap between academia and real-world practices.
  • Mentoring students through project-based learning, fostering both technical growth and creative exploration.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.

VFX 3D Animator

DNEG
11.2022 - 04.2025
  • Animated high-fidelity CG characters and assets for global VFX projects, ensuring seamless integration with live-action footage.
  • Collaborated closely with supervisors and production teams to meet rigorous quality standards within tight deadlines.
  • Projects: Masters of the Air (an APPLE+ series)
  • Collaborated closely with supervisors and production teams to meet rigorous quality standards within tight deadlines.

3D Mocap Animator

Datagen
02.2022 - 04.2025
  • Processed and refined motion capture data to create clean, realistic character motion for AI training models.
  • Contributed to the development of a high-volume asset library for machine learning and simulation systems.
  • Used Maya & MotionBuilder to create over 150 realistic characters with a full range of movements.

Senior 3D Animator

Wacky Toon
09.2021 - 04.2025
  • Produced expressive keyframe character animation for stylized episodic content.
  • Actively contributed to animation planning and feedback loops to improve storytelling impact.
  • Projects: Tarak Mehta Ki Chota Chasma (Series), Bhooth Bandhus (Series)
  • Actively contributed to animation planning and feedback loops to improve storytelling impact.
  • Delivered high-quality animations within tight deadlines, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
  • Mentored junior animators, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards for 3D animation.

Mid-Senior 3D Animator

BFX CGI
10.2017 - 04.2025
  • Delivered high-quality character animation for international series and short-form content.
  • Took on leadership responsibilities for junior animators, offering technical guidance and performance feedback.
  • Projects: Hodja (Movie), Suvarov (Movie), YoKo (Series), Belka Strelka (Series), Teen Fairies (Series), LEGO - Hidden Side (Series), Clutterbuck (Animated Short), Chota Bheem: KungFu Dhamaka (Movie)
  • Took on leadership responsibilities for junior animators, offering technical guidance and performance feedback.
  • Implemented motion capture data into animations to enhance realism while maintaining artistic intent.
  • Mentored junior animators, providing guidance on best practices and industry standards for 3D animation.
  • Provided input during pre-production stages regarding feasibility or challenges related to proposed concepts from a 3D animator''s perspective.

3D Animator

Digitoonz
10.2016 - 04.2025
  • Worked on animation projects for global clients, producing engaging performances and consistent character fidelity.
  • Collaborated across departments to streamline production pipelines and enhance animation output.
  • Projects: YoYo (Animated Series), Little Luke & Lucy (Animated Series)
  • Collaborated across departments to streamline production pipelines and enhance animation output.
  • Improved project workflows by researching and implementing new tools and techniques for 3D animation production.

3D Animation Faculty

MAAC
01.2011 - 04.2025
  • Taught core principles of 3D animation, rigging, and storytelling to aspiring animators.
  • Developed customised learning modules and conducted performance evaluations for hundreds of students.
  • Won the prestigious national Gold award for student film "SELFIE" at the 24FPS "Script to Screen" category in 2015.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

3D Rigging Artist & Animator

Elecomtoon
10.2007 - 04.2025
  • Created custom rigs and animated characters for children's content and commercial projects.
  • Balanced both rigging and animation tasks, contributing to efficient production cycles.
  • Projects: Cheeti Cheeti Bang Bang (2D Animated), Pran Commercials etc.
  • Balanced both rigging and animation tasks, contributing to efficient production cycles.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.

Junior 3D Animator

Maya Entertainment Ltd
07.2007 - 04.2025
  • Assisted in production of animated sequences by creating keyframe animations for secondary characters and background action.
  • Gained early exposure to studio pipeline and workflow dynamics.
  • Project: Tronji
  • Gained early exposure to studio pipeline and workflow dynamics.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software programs as required for specific projects.

3D Technical Artist

UTV Toonz
06.2006 - 04.2025
  • Supported animation teams by prepping scenes, assets, and technical setups.
  • Ensured seamless transitions between modeling, rigging, and animation phases.
  • Projects: Freej, Kong, Three Musketeers, Cosmic Quantum Ray
  • Ensured seamless transitions between modeling, rigging, and animation phases.
  • Balanced artistic vision with technical constraints through creative problem-solving, delivering visually stunning content within defined parameters.
  • Solved complex technical issues, ensuring smooth production cycles and timely project completion.

Education

Master's in Computer Applications - AR/VR & Games

Lovely Professional University
Punjab
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Netaji Subash Open University
Kolkata, India
04.2001 -

Diploma - Animation

TOONZ WEBEL ACADEMY
Kolkata, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Maya Rigging

Maya Keyframe Animation

Motion Capture Cleanup

2D Digital Animation (Animate)

Digital Painting

Certification

Autodesk Certified Mentor

Work Availability

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Timeline

"This is Animation" by Sony Animation

06-2025

Animation & Rigging Lecturer

Parul University
12.2023 - Current

VFX 3D Animator

DNEG
11.2022 - 04.2025

3D Mocap Animator

Datagen
02.2022 - 04.2025

Senior 3D Animator

Wacky Toon
09.2021 - 04.2025

Mid-Senior 3D Animator

BFX CGI
10.2017 - 04.2025

3D Animator

Digitoonz
10.2016 - 04.2025

Autodesk Certified Mentor

01-2011

3D Animation Faculty

MAAC
01.2011 - 04.2025

3D Rigging Artist & Animator

Elecomtoon
10.2007 - 04.2025

Junior 3D Animator

Maya Entertainment Ltd
07.2007 - 04.2025

3D Technical Artist

UTV Toonz
06.2006 - 04.2025

Master's in Computer Applications - AR/VR & Games

Lovely Professional University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Netaji Subash Open University
04.2001 -

Diploma - Animation

TOONZ WEBEL ACADEMY
04.2001 -
Debayan Das3D Character & Creature Animator | Mentor