Pluto Colaco
London,UK
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Art Direction, Creative Concept Development and Visual Design. Demonstrates strong Project Management and Budget Management skills, ensuring efficient and cost-effective execution of projects. Utilises Critical Thinking to solve complex problems and drive innovative solutions. Committed to advancing career goals by leveraging core competencies to deliver exceptional results in creative industries.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Production Designer
Wed In-Style
05.2015 - 07.2025
- Researched architectural and stylistic elements appropriate to time period.
- Directed and coordinated construction and decoration activities to meet design, budget and schedule requirements.
- Arranged for outside contractors to construct exhibit structures.
- Coordinated transportation of sets built off-site and coordinated setup at use site.
- Collaborated with those in charge of lighting and sound so that those production aspects can be coordinated with set designs and exhibit layouts.
- Attended rehearsals and production meetings to obtain and share information related to sets.
- Estimated set- or exhibit-related costs for materials, construction, and props rental.
- Prepared sketches, illustrations and detailed drawings of sets, and graphics, and animation.
- Submitted plans for approval and adapted plans to serve intended purposes, and to conform to budget and fabrication restrictions.
- Developed set designs, based on evaluation of scripts, budgets, research information, and available locations.
- Prepared preliminary renderings of proposed exhibits, including detailed construction, layout, and material specifications and diagrams relating to aspects such as special effects and lighting.
Assistant Art Director and Set Executive
TPT Productions Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, India
09.2011 - 04.2015
- Oversaw selection of typography used in various projects, contributing to cohesive branding efforts.
- Implemented new software tools into the workflow, improving overall productivity.
- Supervised artwork production, ensuring high-quality output.
- Offered expert advice on colour schemes and layouts, enhancing visual appeal of designs.
- Coordinated creative meetings to generate fresh ideas and concepts.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry trends for application in designs.
- Enhanced team creativity by implementing innovative design strategies.
Production Executive and Designer
CrossCraft Pvt. Ltd.
Goa, India
11.2008 - 08.2011
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, ensured smooth project execution.
- Conducted regular team meetings for enhanced communication and collaboration.
- Achieved on-time delivery by overseeing scheduling and dispatching activities.
- Introduced training programmes for staff skill improvement.
Designer & Production Executive
Wings Add Agency
Bangalore, India
06.2008 - 10.2008
- Implemented client feedback to refine and enhance design concepts
- Developed design guidelines and standards to maintain consistency across projects.
- Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to oversee the production of high-quality design deliverables.
Education
Bachelors - Fine Arts
GOA UNIVERSITY
06.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
- Art Direction
- Creative Concept Development
- Adobe illustrator
- Corel draw
- 3D Max
- 3D Sketch Up
- Visual Design
- Project Management
- Budget Management
- Critical Thinking
- 2D CAD
- Hand Sketch
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production Designer
Wed In-Style
05.2015 - 07.2025
Assistant Art Director and Set Executive
TPT Productions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2011 - 04.2015
Production Executive and Designer
CrossCraft Pvt. Ltd.
11.2008 - 08.2011
Designer & Production Executive
Wings Add Agency
06.2008 - 10.2008
Bachelors - Fine Arts
GOA UNIVERSITY
06.2004 - 05.2008
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