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Prafull Rathod 3DAnimator

Indore

Summary

Creative and focused 3D character animator with strong fundamentals in body mechanics, timing, and polishing. Skilled in bringing stylized and realistic characters to life through appealing, story-driven motion. Proficient in Maya and experienced with Unreal Engine and Blender, with a passion for handcrafted animation that communicates personality, emotion, and intent. Adept at collaborating with teams to elevate the narrative and visual appeal of any project-whether for games, film, or TV.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

3D Animator

Self-employed
03.2024 - Current


  • Collaborated with over 10 clients to deliver high-quality 3D character animation for games, apps, and short films. Consistently provided reliable animation tailored to each project's style and goals.

3D Animator

Lock Paper Scissors
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Company Overview: Australia (Remote)
  • I've animated over 55 gameplay animation cycles for six different characters in Maya, for a game that successfully launched on Steam.
  • Collaborated with developers to maintain animation requirements in-game.

3D Animator

Kalki Game Studio
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Company Overview: Indore, India
  • My responsibilities included creating gameplay cycles and attack animations in Maya, editing mocap data, and handling animation retargeting and implementation in Unreal Engine.
  • Designed original combat cycles for indie developer collaborations.

Junior 3D Animator

Carina Softlabs Inc
12.2021 - 01.2023
  • Company Overview: Indore, India
  • Worked on all gameplay animations for characters in a battle arena game.
  • Created cycles and transitions for dozens of characters, focusing on readability and gameplay clarity.
  • Collaborated with designers, developers and leads to maintain high animation quality in-game.

3D Animator Intern

Ayam Studio
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Company Overview: Bangalore, India (Remote)
  • Animated characters for a children's TV show aimed at ages 8-12.
  • Took direction from supervisor to ensure consistent animation style and quality.
  • Participated in daily reviews and adjustments to meet broadcast standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Animation and Design

Renaissance University
Indore, India
06-2021

Advanced VFX - Animation And Special Effects

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics
Indore
06-2021

Skills

  • Maya
  • Unreal Engine 5
  • Blender
  • Game-Ready Animation

Timeline

3D Animator

Self-employed
03.2024 - Current

3D Animator

Lock Paper Scissors
10.2023 - 02.2024

3D Animator

Kalki Game Studio
01.2023 - 08.2023

Junior 3D Animator

Carina Softlabs Inc
12.2021 - 01.2023

3D Animator Intern

Ayam Studio
09.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Animation and Design

Renaissance University

Advanced VFX - Animation And Special Effects

Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics
Prafull Rathod 3DAnimator