Divya Baranwal
Leamington Spa,India
Summary
A multidisciplinary designer with a strong foundation in architecture and experience in 3D environments, cinematic storytelling, product design, and real-time applications. Committed to problem-solving, optimizing workflows, and driving innovation in design and technology.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Soft Surface Modeller
Jaguar Land Rover
Gaydon, Warwickshire
07.2024 - Current
- Worked closely with Design and Brand teams to create realistic soft surfaces and product designs
- Created highly detailed 3D models with precise texture mapping.
- Contributed to brainstorming sessions, helping shape the creative direction of projects.
- Maintained a high level of attention to detail, ensuring precision in all accessories and products
UNREAL ENGINE ENVIRONMENT ARTIST
Interior Logic Group
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Optimization Initiative: Contracted by Interior Logic Group to optimize the existing visualization process. Collaborated across departments, identified bottlenecks, and proposed structural and software changes like AutoCad & 3ds Max
- Efficiency Enhancement: Successfully reduced product delivery timeline from 90 to 45 days through strategic optimizations. Established a skilled team of asset artist, interior designers and environment artists in India, surpassing the one-year timeline goal within a quarter.
- Talent Acquisition and Training: Curated and executed interview tests to assemble a high-performing team of diverse artists. Trained the team in both old and new processes, efficiently managing work with an initial number of 8 3d artists.
- Photorealism Impact: Elevated product desirability with a focus on photorealistic aesthetics and advanced technology. Concluded contract with the team running autonomously and delivering exceptional results.
VFX ARTIST - 3D DMP KEY ARTIST
MPC Technicolor
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Served as a key artist at MPC, contributing to high-end VFX production
- Gained hands-on experience with industry-standard software including Maya, Mari, Katana, Substance Painter, and Nuke
- Underwent intensive training on MPC’s production pipeline and hierarchical VFX workflows
- Worked on two major Hollywood productions during tenure
UNREAL ENGINE ARTIST
Redchillies.vfx
08.2018 - 06.2022
- Joined RedChillies midway through the Zero project, translating Creative Director Arjun Mitra’s concepts into 3D
- Sketched, developed, and executed designs, covering modeling, texturing, look development, lighting, and final renders for the compositing department
- Contributed to various projects including Attack and Bulbul
- Took a sabbatical to gain proficiency in real-time rendering software such as Unreal Engine, SpeedTree, and Gaea
- Returned as an Unreal Engine artist, contributing to the production sequence for Laal Singh Chaddha
- Played a pivotal role in creating the entire environment using procedural materials in Unreal Engine, focusing on optimization, implementing an extensive foliage system, and managing dynamic lighting
3D VISUALIZER
Designers Group
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Exclusive in-house visualizer collaborating with Architect Khozema Chitalwala for a variety of projects, spanning hospitality, residential & commercial sectors.
- Delivered impactful interior and exterior visualizations for prestigious brands like Taj, Marriot, and KPIT.
JR. 3D DESIGNER
CeeBee Design Studio
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Awarded Star Performer of the Year in 2016
- Designed and visualized residential and commercial spaces
- Reviewed and interpreted 2D architectural drawings
- Coordinated with teams to ensure project alignment and timely delivery
- Managed site execution and oversaw on-ground implementation
- Presented design concepts and directly handled client communications
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Animation & Visual Effects
IGNOU MAAC
07.2011 - 07.2014
HIGH SCHOOL - undefined
St. Patricks Higher Secondary
03.2009 - 06.2011
Skills
Software Skills:
MODELLING:
- Autodesk 3ds Max
- Autodesk Maya
- Speed Tree
- World Machine
TEXTURING:
- Foundry Mari
- Unreal Engine
- Adobe Photoshop
- Substance Painter
LIGHTING/ RENDERING:
- Unreal Engine
- Chaos Vray,
EXTRAS:
- Autodesk AutoCad
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Premier Pro
- Deltagen
Work Skillset:
- Artistic interpretation
- Workflow Strategist
- Detail Oriented Design
- Concept presentation
- Innovative approach
- Result oriented attitude
Languages
ENGLISH
Proficient (C2)
HINDI
Native
Affiliations
- Sketching
- Designing
Timeline
Senior Soft Surface Modeller
Jaguar Land Rover
07.2024 - Current
UNREAL ENGINE ENVIRONMENT ARTIST
Interior Logic Group
03.2023 - 01.2024
VFX ARTIST - 3D DMP KEY ARTIST
MPC Technicolor
08.2022 - 02.2023
UNREAL ENGINE ARTIST
Redchillies.vfx
08.2018 - 06.2022
3D VISUALIZER
Designers Group
07.2016 - 07.2018
JR. 3D DESIGNER
CeeBee Design Studio
08.2014 - 07.2016
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Animation & Visual Effects
IGNOU MAAC
07.2011 - 07.2014
HIGH SCHOOL - undefined
St. Patricks Higher Secondary
03.2009 - 06.2011
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