Sarang Khopker
Vfx Compositing /3d Environment Artist
Pune,MH
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented VFX Artist with 12+ years of experience in Prep, Paint, Roto, and Stereo Conversion for Hollywood and Bollywood films, television, and commercials. Proficient in delivering high-quality clean-up, Chroma keying, compositing, and CGI integration using industry-standard tools. Strong understanding of 3D workflows, matchmoving, and tracking. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines while maintaining creative excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
CGI/Video Editor
TEJ Studio
07.2024 - Current
- Edited high-quality videos and developed CGI assets using Blender, Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
- Enhanced visual storytelling by creating compelling graphics and seamless transitions.
VFX Paint/Prep Artist
Silver Cloud Studio
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted clean plate creation, tracker removal, and artifact clean-up for projects such as:
- SIXER (TVF): Replaced scoreboard numbers and blurred elements.
- Tejas (RSVP Productions): Removed Chroma reflections, on-set crew members, and props.
- The Girl: Performed brand/logo removal, wire clean-up, and prop refinement.
VFX Compositing Artist
Vertex Volt Studio
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Delivered high-quality compositing and Roto work for Bollywood films like Gold, Happy Bhag Jayegi, and Dabangg 3.
- Key tasks included:
- Matte creation and shape refinement for seamless VFX integration.
- Enhancing shots for mythology-based TV shows such as Siya Ke Ram and Naagin 2.
Stereoscopy Artist & Roto Artist
Prime Focus Studio
09.2010 - 07.2014
- Contributed to stereo conversion pipelines for iconic Hollywood films:
- Wrath of the Titans: Detailed armour and facial sculpting for depth perception.
- Star Wars (Episodes I & III): Roto and stereo mattes for dynamic visual effects.
- Narnia - Voyage of the Dawn Treader: Advanced Roto for 3D visual effects.
- Developed Roto mattes for foreground and background elements, particle effects, and character detailing.
Education
Diploma for 3D Environment For Games -
Backstage Pass Institute of Gaming
Hyderabad01-2026
GreenBoxx One - Compositing and Post FX
Frameboxx
Ahmedabad01-2015
Advanced Diploma - Animation
Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC)
Pune01-2010
Multimedia Program - undefined
Xplora Design School
Ahmedabad01-2008
Skills
VFX Prep & Paint
Rotoscoping & Matte Extraction
Compositing
2D to 3D Stereo Conversion
Chroma Keying & Tracking
CGI & Motion Graphics
Workflow Optimization
Nuke
Silhouette
Premier pro
Multi-camera editing
Adobe premiere pro
Adobe after effects
Problem-solving
Interests
Sketching
Reading
Watching Movies
Certifications And Courses
- Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop (Graphic Design)
- 3D Animation & Visual Effects (MAAC & Frameboxx)
- Unreal Engine (Completed, Backstage Pass Online)
- Sidefx Houdini (On-going, self-learning)
- 3D Lighting- Theory and practice (Udemy, Online)
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 1985-08-18
Software
Maya
Adobe Substance 3d Painter
Foundry Nuke
Unreal Engine
Photoshop
Boris FX Silhouette
Boris FX Mocha
PF Track
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premier
Blender
Timeline
CGI/Video Editor
TEJ Studio
07.2024 - Current
VFX Paint/Prep Artist
Silver Cloud Studio
07.2022 - 04.2023
VFX Compositing Artist
Vertex Volt Studio
01.2016 - 11.2019
Stereoscopy Artist & Roto Artist
Prime Focus Studio
09.2010 - 07.2014
GreenBoxx One - Compositing and Post FX
Frameboxx
Advanced Diploma - Animation
Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics (MAAC)
Multimedia Program - undefined
Xplora Design School
Diploma for 3D Environment For Games -
Backstage Pass Institute of Gaming