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Vivek Matheswaran

Vivek Matheswaran

Senior 3D Artist
Chennai,TN

Summary

Creative and detail-oriented 3D Artist with over 7.3 years of experience in 3D modeling, texturing, rendering, and graphic design. Adept at bringing concepts to life through visually compelling 3D assets for gaming, VR, and video production. Known for consistently delivering high-quality results with strong attention to detail and client requirements.

Proficient in leading industry tools and rendering software, with a proven ability to manage projects independently or as part of a collaborative team. Strong communication skills with a talent for translating ideas into stunning visual content. Passionate about continuous learning and pushing creative boundaries.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Independent 3D Artist

KukuFM
07.2023 - Current
  • Generative AI, 3D Character Modeling, Video Editing, 3D Assets

3D Artist

Technicolor
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • Character 3D Modeling and Texturing for Movies
  • Orion and the Dark - Netflix on Feb 2, 2024

Senior 3D Artist

RR Donnelley
02.2021 - 04.2022
  • 3D Modeling and Texturing Products for AR/VR

Senior 3D Artist

SA 3D Solutions
07.2018 - 02.2021
  • Sculpting Realistic Character for 3D Printing, Graphic Designing, Video Editing and worked as a Trainer

3D Designer

ODD1 Media
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Modeling and Texturing for Game Environments, Assets

Graphic Designer

Seven Eleven Studio
02.2016 - 01.2017
  • Movie Posters, Album Designing in Photoshop, Video Editing related works

Education

C-Tech - 3D

Image Creative Education
Chennai, TN
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Selvamm Arts & Science College
Namakkal, TN

Skills

Maya

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

  • Successfully delivered over 100+ freelance 3D projects for gaming and AR/VR platforms with a 100% client satisfaction rate.
  • Created hero characters and environments featured in two indie game launches on Steam and mobile platforms.
  • Played a key role in optimizing 3D models at Technicolor, reducing render time by 30% and improving production pipeline efficiency.
  • Led a small team in a short-term contract to build VR-ready 3D assets for a virtual showroom project using Unreal Engine 5.
  • Contributed to a Generative AI initiative by training models on stylized character designs, improving asset generation speed by 40%.
  • Recognized as “Top Performer of the Month” twice at RR Donnelley for creative output and project turnaround.

Affiliations

  • Member – 3D Artists Group (LinkedIn / Facebook)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancement

Quote

“Art is not freedom from discipline, but disciplined freedom.”
— John F. Kennedy

Software

Autodesk Maya

ZBrush

Substance Painter

Adobe Photoshop

Unreal Engine 5

Premiere Pro / After Effects

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)

Interests

Character Design & Concept Art

Virtual Reality World Building

Gaming & Game Design

Digital Sculpting

Photography & Cinematography

Watching Animated Films / VFX Breakdowns

Exploring Generative AI Tools

Sci-Fi and Fantasy Storytelling

Learning New Software Tools

Timeline

Independent 3D Artist

KukuFM
07.2023 - Current

3D Artist

Technicolor
04.2022 - 07.2023

Senior 3D Artist

RR Donnelley
02.2021 - 04.2022

Senior 3D Artist

SA 3D Solutions
07.2018 - 02.2021

3D Designer

ODD1 Media
01.2017 - 02.2018

Graphic Designer

Seven Eleven Studio
02.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Selvamm Arts & Science College

C-Tech - 3D

Image Creative Education
Vivek MatheswaranSenior 3D Artist