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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

years of professional experience

years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Soft Surface Modeller

Jaguar Land Rover

Gaydon, Warwickshire

2024.07 - 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

2023.03 - 2024.01

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

2022.08 - 2023.02

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

2018.08 - 2022.06

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

2016.07 - 2018.07

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

2014.08 - 2016.07

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

2011.07 - 2014.07

HIGH SCHOOL - undefined

St. Patricks Higher Secondary

2009.03 - 2011.06