Autodesk maya,Cinema 4D,Blender
Dinesh Mullapudi
Creative Technologist | AR/VR Specialist | UX Strategist | 3D Design & Animation Expert | AI-Driven Design Innovator
Bangalore,KA
Summary
Experienced Creative Technologist with 13+ years of expertise in 3D design, AR/VR, UI/UX, and immersive technologies. Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, delivering interactive simulations, and aligning design strategy with business objectives. Skilled in design thinking, stakeholder collaboration, and utilizing cutting-edge tools and game engines for product visualization. Delivered over 25 immersive experiences, simulations, and AR/VR prototypes for enterprise clients, including Fortune 500 companies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
3D Manager-Creative Services
Omnicom Media Group (OMG) (Dec 2023 – Jul 2024)
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Facilitated constructive feedback sessions amongst team members leading to improved communication and overall project quality..
- Managed a multidisciplinary creative team of 8+, overseeing 12+ simultaneous 3D/animation projects for global brand campaigns with tight turnaround times.
- Led 3D asset pipeline for high-visibility media campaigns—coordinating modeling, rendering, and animation across teams.
- Maximized performance by mentoring team members and reviewing daily creative output.
- Resolved client and team feedback efficiently to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Ensured alignment between design strategy and campaign objectives using tools like Maya, Cinema 4D, and Adobe Suite.
- Facilitated feedback loops, fostering innovation, accountability, and cross-team communication.
Senior Graphic Designer & 3D Analyst
Dell Technologies
02.2019 - 12.2023
- Led 20+ projects from concept to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction, timely execution, and creative excellence across global product teams.
- Managed multiple concurrent design initiatives while coordinating with up to 6 cross-functional teams, maintaining top-tier visual and technical quality.
- Developed data server simulations using 3D tools and real-time game engines for enterprise training and visualization.
- Worked with high-end graphics for product visualizations, AR/VR experiences, and simulation environments.
- Utilized Autodesk Maya, Cinema 4D, Unity, and Adobe Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere) for modeling, animation, and motion graphics.
- Translated client requirements into actionable tasks and collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.
- Converted CAD data (STP, FBX, GLB) into interactive 3D assets and 360° simulations.
- Engineered low-poly models optimized for AR/VR and Unity-based applications.
- Conducted innovation workshops, explored emerging tools, and mentored team members.
- Designed UI/UX for AR apps—prototyping interfaces, creating design systems, and aligning with brand guidelines.
- Applied design thinking to deliver engaging user-centric simulations and immersive experiences.
Senior Imagining Artist & Team Lead
RedMart (Alibaba Groups)
12.2016 - 02.2019
- Displayed portfolio to show off best work to potential clients and promote skills and value.
- Worked closely with UX and product teams to define visual and functional requirements.
- Designed mock-ups and 3d simulations for review, finding and fixing animation problems.
- Displayed a high-quality design portfolio to engage potential clients and communicate creative value effectively.
- Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to verify quality and accuracy of printed materials.
- Interpreted concept art and sketches to create innovative virtual characters, environments and props.
- Interpreted concept art and sketches to develop innovative virtual characters, immersive environments, and 3D props.
- Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements.
- Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
- Developed branded visual content and social media assets aligned with campaign strategies.
Image Specialist
Target Corporation India Pvt Ltd
08.2014 - 01.2016
- Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert and control light and color properties of photos
- Created digital asset management system to increase security, organization and searchability of digital assets.
- Worked closely with the creative team to deliver high-end image retouching and optimized 3D assets for Target’s web platforms.
- Monitored trends in photography to stay current in industry.
- Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
- Working on highly e-Commerce products retouching(Interior,fashion,jewelry,footwear,products) Retouching
- Stayed ahead of industry photography trends to implement modern techniques in styling, composition, and digital presentation.
Technical Lead for 3d Department & Graphic Design
Gaadi And You (Yali Infoventures Pvt Ltd)
01.2014 - 07.2014
- Led the 3D design department, creating a streamlined production pipeline and overseeing graphics and post-production for gamified web experiences.
- Utilized Autodesk Maya, After Effects, and Premiere Pro to produce 3D mockups and compelling visual content aligned with user engagement goals.
- Collaborated closely with front-end and back-end development teams to ensure seamless alignment between design assets and interactive functionality.
- Conducted market and trend research to implement design strategies that improved brand competitiveness and digital appeal.
- Mentored junior designers, providing creative direction and workflow guidance to ensure timely, high-quality output.
- Designed layouts for product illustrations, brand identity assets, and web interfaces, optimizing the use of color, space, and typography.
- Translated abstract requirements into user personas, UI wireframes, and interactive prototypes to support product architecture.
- Developed and maintained 3D design documentation and asset libraries to support iterative design and reuse.
- Interpreted photo references for model texture and realism, and synchronized animatics for sound testing and motion planning.
- Drove innovation by conceptualizing interactive design features that boosted user retention and engagement across web platforms.
- Played a key role in cross-functional collaboration, facilitating communication across creative, development, and project management teams.
3d Senior Animator
Infobells Pvt Ltd
10.2010 - 07.2013
- Built upon existing character animation to develop over [25] new stories.
- Designed procedures for storyboard composition, action creation and storytelling protocols to complete 43 projects.
- Created over 110 world with environment, lighting, sound and motion.
- Implemented variables such as anticipation and impact for model development.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Studied and maintained style guidelines while producing unique animation creations.
- Familiarized other team members with modern advancements in animation and constantly changing technologies and techniques.
- Applied contemporary trends in production design to produce stunning, forward-thinking work.
- Provided accurate project timeframes and deadlines for every aspect of animation creation.
Animation & Production Mentor
Ants Animation Studio Pvt Ltd
09.2009 - 08.2010
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to foster development of problem solving, decision-making, and critical thinking.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Implemented program-level departmental policies and procedures and managed budgets to support educational program and curriculum.
- Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
- Designed and implemented cost-effective creative strategies to improve ROI.
- Directed and supervised team of designers to create award-winning visual media campaigns.
- Monitored industry trends to keep creative materials fresh and engaging.
- Designed innovative creative strategies to raise brand awareness and engagement for organization.
- Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
Animator
DQ Entertainment
01.2008 - 10.2009
- I was working with international productions ,like disney and moonscape .working with main characters like micky mouse and casper character.
- Conducted modeling and texture optimization for real-time 3D game applications.
- Worked closely with software engineers to produce final animations in formats for integration into game compilation.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of character rigs, game animation pipelines, animation integration into game engines and current animation tools.
- Interpreted concept art and sketches to create innovative virtual characters, environments and props.
- Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
- Collaborated with motion capture department to collect and apply data for specific characters.
- Combined technical and artistic abilities to accomplish challenging animation objectives.
- Simulated behaviors of objects by developing models.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Certificate in Visual Design & User
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
Hyderabad, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Graphics
Dr. C.V. Raman University
Chhattisgarh 04.2001 -
Certificate - Design Thinking
KPMG
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Diploma - Animation And Special Effects
Ants Animation School
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
Google
JELKT5PC4VD8 10.2020 - 04.2021
Skills
3D Design & Interactive Visualization3D Modeling Texturing Lighting & Rendering Character & Product AnimationCAD Conversion (STP, FBX, GLB) Real-time Rendering Tools: Autodesk Maya, Cinema 4D, Blender, Substance Painter
Software
Unity Engine ,Unreal engine
AI-powered 3D model generation and optimization
Adobe Firefly ,Kaedim,Runway ML
Interactive Simulations, Game Engine Integration
AI-Enhanced Productivity
3D Modeling,AR/VR, UI/UX, Unity, Blender, Adobe, Prototyping, Motion Graphics, CAD, Design Thinking
Websites
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Telugu
Advanced (C1)
kannada
Upper intermediate (B2)
Accomplishments
A Journey Fueled by Creativity, Tech & Impact
With over 13 years in 3D design, animation, AR/VR, and immersive UX, I’ve worked with global brands like Dell, Target, RedMart(Allibaba), and DQ Entertainment — bringing to life everything from iconic characters to immersive XR experiences.
Key Accomplishments:
- Stevie Award Winner – 2020 & 2021 (with Dell) for creative excellence
- Delivered high-impact AR app designs globally, on time under pressure
- Developed immersive STEM and VR learning modules for Grades 6 to 10
Always driven by passion, precision, and a vision to build what’s next.
Interests
Immersive Technologies – Passionate about how AR/VR/XR can transform storytelling, education, and user experience
3D Visualization & Animation – From concept to render, I love bringing ideas to life through art and motion
AI & Future Tech – Actively exploring how AI can enhance design workflows and user interaction
Creative Direction – Merging aesthetics with strategy to craft meaningful, engaging visual products
EdTech & Digital Learning – Especially in building interactive STEM content for school-level learning using XR
Startup Innovation & Product Design – Obsessed with building new-age platforms that solve real problems
Timeline
3D Manager-Creative Services
Omnicom Media Group (OMG) (Dec 2023 – Jul 2024)
12.2023 - 07.2024
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
Google
10.2020 - 04.2021
Senior Graphic Designer & 3D Analyst
Dell Technologies
02.2019 - 12.2023
Senior Imagining Artist & Team Lead
RedMart (Alibaba Groups)
12.2016 - 02.2019
Image Specialist
Target Corporation India Pvt Ltd
08.2014 - 01.2016
Technical Lead for 3d Department & Graphic Design
Gaadi And You (Yali Infoventures Pvt Ltd)
01.2014 - 07.2014
3d Senior Animator
Infobells Pvt Ltd
10.2010 - 07.2013
Animation & Production Mentor
Ants Animation Studio Pvt Ltd
09.2009 - 08.2010
Animator
DQ Entertainment
01.2008 - 10.2009
Post-Graduate Certificate - Certificate in Visual Design & User
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Computer Graphics
Dr. C.V. Raman University
04.2001 -
Certificate - Design Thinking
KPMG
04.2001 -
Diploma - Animation And Special Effects
Ants Animation School
04.2001 -
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