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
2023.12 - 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
2022.11 - 2025.04
- 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
2022.02 - 2025.04
- 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
2021.09 - 2025.04
- 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
2017.10 - 2025.04
- 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
2016.10 - 2025.04
- 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
2011.01 - 2025.04
- 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
2007.10 - 2025.04
- 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
2007.07 - 2025.04
- 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
2006.06 - 2025.04
- 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 2001.04 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Netaji Subash Open University
Kolkata, India 2001.04 -
Diploma - Animation
TOONZ WEBEL ACADEMY
Kolkata, India 2001.04 -
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
2025-06
Animation & Rigging Lecturer
Parul University
2023.12 - Current
VFX 3D Animator
DNEG
2022.11 - 2025.04
3D Mocap Animator
Datagen
2022.02 - 2025.04
Senior 3D Animator
Wacky Toon
2021.09 - 2025.04
Mid-Senior 3D Animator
BFX CGI
2017.10 - 2025.04
3D Animator
Digitoonz
2016.10 - 2025.04
Autodesk Certified Mentor
2011-01
3D Animation Faculty
MAAC
2011.01 - 2025.04
3D Rigging Artist & Animator
Elecomtoon
2007.10 - 2025.04
Junior 3D Animator
Maya Entertainment Ltd
2007.07 - 2025.04
3D Technical Artist
UTV Toonz
2006.06 - 2025.04
Master's in Computer Applications - AR/VR & Games
Lovely Professional University
2001.04 -
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Netaji Subash Open University
2001.04 -
Diploma - Animation
TOONZ WEBEL ACADEMY
2001.04 -