RAKESH GUPTA
VFX Line Producer
MUMBAI
Summary
To make a successful career in professional field that utilizes and enhances my talent and capabilities in the field of Profession for making better & successful carrier of my life.
Dynamic, Experienced, result oriented & Professional with excellent Administrative and Management capacities. Holding overall valuable Experience of more than 18years of Experience in India as well International. Vast and varied experience in most trying environment-of D.I management with 8 years of valuable experience in India, 4years of international experience in Sands Distribution as a Merchandiser for promoting Lenovo Brand in United Kingdom of Bahrain, 3years of international experience of handling own business in food chain Restaurant (Sawadika Thai Restaurant) in United Kingdom of Bahrain, 3years & 6month of experience in Divinity Pictures LLP as Senior Production Coordinator. Currently working as Line producer. A natural go-getter with a vision to excel in personal and professional goals, and to be an asset for the organization and be personnel of value in the organizational chart.
Professional production expert prepared to deliver high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Known for effectively overseeing production schedules, coordinating cross-functional teams, and maintaining budget controls. Focused on collaborative team efforts and adapting to changing project needs. Exceptional organizational and communication skills, coupled with results-driven mindset.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Line Producer
Old Monk Studio
Mumbai
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable rates while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Revised schedules and control expenses to keep project on time and within budget.
- Managed the transition from pre-production to production stages, ensuring a smooth handover of responsibilities and resources.
- Streamlined production processes for timely delivery of projects, using strong organizational skills.
- Evaluated post-production materials such as dailies, rough cuts, or final edits to provide feedback for improvements when needed.
- Managed schedules and deadlines to ensure smooth production flow, resulting in successful project completion.
- Developed collaborative relationships with creative team members, ensuring seamless communication across departments.
- Estimated budgets and production expenses for project using careful analysis.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations on set, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the production.
- Conducted regular progress meetings with stakeholders to maintain transparency regarding project status updates and address any concerns promptly.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
Line Producer
RGBA Studios Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Worked in RGBA Studios Pvt Ltd as Line Producer in VFX Post Production Dept. for commercial add films handling over all VFX pipeline from 3D to 2D.
- Established clear communication channels among various teams within the production process for streamlined information exchange.
- Collaborated with directors and producers to develop comprehensive shooting schedules that met production goals.
- Managed schedules and deadlines to ensure smooth production flow, resulting in successful project completion.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations on set, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the production.
- Evaluated post-production materials such as dailies, rough cuts, or final edits to provide feedback for improvements when needed.
- Mentored junior staff members within the production team, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Managed the transition from pre-production to production stages, ensuring a smooth handover of responsibilities and resources.
- Streamlined production processes for timely delivery of projects, using strong organizational skills.
Sr. Production Coordinator
Paper Boat Design Studios
Mumbai
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked in Paper Boat Design Studios as Sr. Production Coordinator for Episodic as well as commercial for 2D Animation.
- Reviewed current production policies and procedures, suggesting improvements that led to increased productivity rates among team members.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and maintain high-quality standards for ongoing and upcoming projects.
- Streamlined production processes by implementing new coordination strategies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Developed comprehensive production schedules to ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Enhanced communication between departments with regular meetings and progress reports, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful completion of multiple high-profile projects within tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with production team to support productivity targets and deadline management.
- Monitored and tracked progress of all production tasks for on-time delivery.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Liaised with production manager, suppliers and vendors to support production needs.
VFX Line Producer Freelancer
FX Fantasy
Mumbai
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Worked on Freelance basis for Project Crack, Article-370A & Godhra Kand for FX Fantasy.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable rates while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Revised schedules and control expenses to keep project on time and within budget.
- Streamlined production processes for timely delivery of projects, using strong organizational skills.
- Evaluated post-production materials such as dailies, rough cuts, or final edits to provide feedback for improvements when needed.
- Managed schedules and deadlines to ensure smooth production flow, resulting in successful project completion.
- Developed collaborative relationships with creative team members, ensuring seamless communication across departments.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations on set, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the production.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Developed project budgets and managed production costs.
- Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
Sr. Production Coordinator
Divinity Pictures LLP
Mumbai
07.2021 - 01.2024
- Worked in Divinity Pictures LLP as Sr. Production Coordinator For VFX post production for Film Pipeline handling over all VFX pipeline.
- Managed crisis situations effectively by staying calm under pressure and coordinating swift responses from all relevant parties, minimizing potential negative impacts on project outcomes.
- Reviewed current production policies and procedures, suggesting improvements that led to increased productivity rates among team members.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure competitive pricing and maintain high-quality standards for ongoing and upcoming projects.
- Oversaw the successful implementation of a new production management software system, leading to more accurate tracking of resources and improved visibility into project status.
- Streamlined production processes by implementing new coordination strategies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Developed comprehensive production schedules to ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Enhanced communication between departments with regular meetings and progress reports, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful completion of multiple high-profile projects within tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with production team to support productivity targets and deadline management.
- Monitored and tracked progress of all production tasks for on-time delivery.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Liaised with production manager, suppliers and vendors to support production needs.
Owner/Manager
Sawadika Thai Restaurant
Manama
03.2017 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: Family business in food chain restaurant.
- Started my own Family Business for better growth of development and taking more opportunities and responsibilities in life for healthy & wealthy future in Food Chain Restaurant ( Sawadee ka Thai Restaurant ) United Kingdom of Bahrain.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Expanded business into new markets, Food chain & Food Truck Business.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Merchandiser
Sand's Distribution
Manama
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Moved to United Kingdom of Bahrain for a better opportunity for working with Sand's Distribution as merchandiser for promotional events for marketing & promoting the Lenovo Brands Products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
- Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends.
- Increased customer engagement by providing knowledgeable product recommendations.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback on product selection and store layout, incorporating insights into merchandising decisions.
D.I Artist
Reliance Media Works Ltd
Mumbai
04.2009 - 09.2012
- Worked in Reliance Media works Ltd as D.I artist for handling complete Technical operation of Media films production (Dept-Data management).
- Operated & Handled Luster machines for Film grading, making projects in Luster Assembling all reels on timeline for rendering & other process.
- Operated Online smoke & Fire machine for film Importing & Exporting making lines Up assembling through EDL & offline tapes, grabbing of tapes video dumping on Digi beta tapes, matching reels with offline & online data.
- Complete Technical knowledge of transferring data from all machines through networking, Viz: 4k scanning machine through all network machines. Transferring data to luster machine for further process & works. Transferring to smoke online machine & fire machine for matching & editing, Transferring & importing from Avid FCP machines to all other networking Machines, Transferring of data form from different server’s sans n storage though Linux command.
- Operated & very well handled LTO Tape Libraries, LTO Magazines for transferring Importing of data from server’s 2k scanning machines in Restoration Dept.
- Operated Scratch & Quintal machines for Film edits & matching in the field of Restoration.
- Improved studio organization, creating more efficient workspace that facilitated creativity and productivity.
- Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Collaborated with other artists on various projects and installations.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
D.I Artist
Prime Focus Ltd
Mumbai
02.2006 - 01.2009
- Worked in Prime Focus Ltd as D.I artist for handling complete technical operation of Media films production (Dept-Data management).
- Operated & Handled Luster machines for Film grading, making projects in Luster Assembling all reels on timeline for rendering & other process.
- Operated Online smoke & Fire machine for film Importing & Exporting making lines Up assembling through edls & offline tapes, grabbing of tapes video dumping on Digi beta tapes, matching reels with offline & online data.
- Complete Technical knowledge of transferring data from all machines through networking, Viz: 4k scanning machine through all network machines. Transferring data to luster machine for further process & works. Transferring to smoke online machine & fire machine for matching & editing, Transferring & importing from Avid FCP machines to all other networking Machines, Transferring of data form from different server’s sans n storage though Linux command.
- Operated & very well handled LTO Tape Libraries, LTO Magazines for transferring Importing of data from server’s 2k scanning machines in Restoration Dept.
- Operated Scratch & Quintal machines for Film edits & matching in the field of Restoration.
- Improved studio organization, creating more efficient workspace that facilitated creativity and productivity.
- Successfully balanced multiple commissioned projects, delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Worked with clients to understand desired outcomes and requirements.
- Collaborated with other artists on various projects and installations.
- Managed creative process from concept to completion for various art projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holy Angel High School
MUMBAI 01.2005 - 01.2006
Higher School Secondary Certificate - Accounting and Finance
Mumbai Board of University
MUMBAI 01.2007 - 01.2008
Graduation - Accounting And Finance
Mumbai Board of University
MUMBAI 01.2010 - 01.2011
Skills
Creative vision
Team coordination
Production planning
Distribution strategy
Film production
Deadline management
Budgeting and scheduling
Segment planning
Scheduling expertise
Post production oversight
Film industry experience
Teamwork and collaboration
Production scheduling
Production tracking
Effective organization
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/20/88
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Interests
Bike Riding
Listening Music
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information given above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Residential Address
R-03/PLOT-47/GATE-06, MALWANI COLONY, N.C.C, MUMBAI, Maharashtra, 400095
Timeline
Line Producer
Old Monk Studio
12.2024 - 05.2025
Line Producer
RGBA Studios Pvt Ltd
07.2024 - 11.2024
Sr. Production Coordinator
Paper Boat Design Studios
03.2024 - 06.2024
VFX Line Producer Freelancer
FX Fantasy
01.2024 - 03.2024
Sr. Production Coordinator
Divinity Pictures LLP
07.2021 - 01.2024
Owner/Manager
Sawadika Thai Restaurant
03.2017 - 09.2020
Merchandiser
Sand's Distribution
01.2013 - 01.2017
Graduation - Accounting And Finance
Mumbai Board of University
01.2010 - 01.2011
D.I Artist
Reliance Media Works Ltd
04.2009 - 09.2012
Higher School Secondary Certificate - Accounting and Finance
Mumbai Board of University
01.2007 - 01.2008
D.I Artist
Prime Focus Ltd
02.2006 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Holy Angel High School
01.2005 - 01.2006
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