Graphic Designer Pvt Ltd

Rakesh Vijay [pic]

Phone: +91-974**-**-*** ? **************@*****.***

Graphic Designer/Web Designer

Web Portfolio: http://rakeshvijaynair.wix.com/rakart

Objective

I am a graphic designer/web/3D artist and I have an experience of 5 plus

years in the field of Visual Graphics. I have expertise in using the

Combination of technical and creative skills to produce the best CG images.

My current position is as graphic /video Designer at Q Home D cor-landmark

group company, Dubai.

Profile Summary

Company Designation Period

Q HOME D COR- LANDMARK Graphic/Web Designer March 2013- Feb 2014

GULF GROUP,Dubai

EMD SPORTS,Dubai, Lead CG/VFX artist/Video Editor Aug 2012 - Feb 2013

Freelance onsite

OPTION 1 LIVE Lead Video Editor / AE artist. Nov 2011 - July 2012

COMMUNICATION, (contract base)

Dubai/Freelance onsite

FUTURE VISION .POST Graphic Designer/Video Mar 2008 - Nov 2011

PRODUCTION, INDONESIA Editor/VFX artist

LUCIDCITYPICTURES.COM- Match move Artist Aug 2007 - Oct 2007

CANADA

SEVEN SHADES PVT LTD - Junior 3D/AE Artist /Graphic June 2004 - Dec 2006

INDIA Designer

Key Skills Software Knowledge

Lighting Autodesk Maya

2d3 Boujou

Compositing MAC/WINDOWS

Adobe Photoshop

Matchmove Nuke

Modeling Adobe after Effects

Adobe Premiere

Shading XML (Basic)

Flash(Basic)

Animation FCP

Editing The pixel Farm's PFTrack

Graphic Design Renderman

Logo Design Fusion

Motion Graphic Mental ray

Ui Designing Silhouette

Web layout HTML (Basic)

Roto Illustrator

Indesign

Dreamweaver (Basic)

Professional Experience.

Web Portfolio: http://rakeshvijaynair.wix.com/rakart

Q HOME D COR- LANDMARK GULF GROUP, Dubai, UAE - Mar 2013 -

Till Date

Graphic Designer

> Understanding the creative and concept / territory business needs

> Applying advanced and diversified concepts to create the graphic

representations on system with combination of different color pallets

> Creating designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of

layout principles and aesthetic design concepts

> Innovating ideas / themes in graphical form for various requirements

coming from the territory marketing team

> Determining size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy,

and select style and size of type

> Creating instore graphics, price tags, label designs etc

> Developing graphics and layouts for promotion posters, logos, displays

etc every year.

> Reviewing final layouts and suggest improvements as needed

> Creating the window display designs for Concepts and Stand-alone

stores in the territories for new stores and all stores every season

> Creating graphic artworks such as promo posters, logos and the like

for the Concept

> Designing proposals and artwork for marketing brochures, leaflets,

coupons and flyers .

> Preparing Art works for Signage's (outdoor / indoor)

> Coordinating with Concept Marketing Teams to pro-create graphic and

artwork as required by the Concepts' branding guidelines

> Researching and keep abreast of the latest designs, market trends,

developments in IT and needs of the customers

> Coordinating and assist in the execution of large format printing

including colour and profile management

> Supervising the printing needs for the Territory and stand-alone

stores (vinyl poster, backlit poster etc.)

> Ensuring that the visuals / posters are laminated mounted and

distributed properly for all the territories on schedule (if

applicable)

> Preparing Photoshop presentations as and when required under the

direction of the Marketing Manager

> Coordinating with the Visual Merchandisers in executing their

requirements of seasonal changes and window themes

> Keeping abreast of the latest trends, tools and technologies in

Graphic Design.

> Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe InDesign,

Knowledge of Windows & MAC Operating Systems

EMD SPORTS,Dubai,UAE -

Aug 2012 - Feb 2013

Lead CG/VFX artist/Video Editor/Graphic Designer

> Handled the entire Work of Dubai International boxing championship

promo.

> Planned and executed Graphic, Promo, flyers etc for International

Boxing events.

> Oversee promotional requirement for events.

> Formulates work that needs to be accomplished by collecting the

resources.

> Plan and execute the concept by designing rough layout of art and copy

regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related

aesthetic concepts.

> Prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts.

> Creative thinking.

> Execute final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.

> Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance

requirements.

> Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art

services, printers, etc.

> Handled the concept of TV Commercial, Titling, Ad Agency.

> Handled web layout, brochure design, web designs, Invitation

designs, Flyer designs, Magazine designs.

> Design layouts for tactical press ads.

> Come up with compelling and visually creative concepts.

> Decent animated banner designing skills.

> Decent logo design skills.

> Excellent design knowledge.

> Have done motion graphics, video editing, 3d modeling, animation etc.

> Assist marketing team with various activities.

> Assist with special events set up and other duties as assigned.

Option 1 Live Communication-Dubai

Nov 2011-July 2012

Lead Video Editor / AE artist.

> National Drilling Company (DUBAI) -Video Editing.

o Dubai Business Gala2011 Event- Motion Graphics & Compositing.

o DEWA (Dubai Electricity & Water Authority) - Event.

o Motion Graphics & Compositing.

> Interacting with clients to find out their exact requirement.

> Discussing project plans with MD/Client to determine appropriate video

editing.

> Audio enhancement if required for videos.

> Manage website updates.

> Working with designing team to make sure the final output generated as

required.

> Editing all client videos.

> Analyzing all videos before editing to make sure its shot with

required quality.

> Removing grains from videos using plug-ins to maintain high quality.

> Creating "Titles" needed for edited videos.

> Creating and arranging motion graphics for live shows and

presentations.

> Compositing computer graphics.

> Attending events with the team to finalize event requirements.

> Assists with and performs associated studio production work using

Photoshop, Illustrator, after effects, Premiere.

Future Vision .Post Production, Indonesia Mar

2008 - Nov 2011

Graphic Designer/Video Editor/VFX artist

> Preparing work to be accomplished by gathering information and

materials.

> Planning concept by studying information and materials.

> Illustrating concept by designing rough layout of art and copy

regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related

aesthetic concepts.

> Obtaining approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.

> Preparing final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and

art.

> Maintaining technical knowledge by attending design workshops

reviewing professional publications participating in professional

societies.

> Contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as

needed.

> Using computer software to generate new images.

> Reviewing final layouts and suggest improvements as needed.

> Producing still and animated graphics for on-air and taped portions of

television news broadcasts, using electronic video equipment.

Lucidcitypictures.com- Canada

Aug 2007 - Oct 2007

Matchmove Artist

Lost Until You`re Found (Short Film)

I worked on this short film as a tracking artist. It was a team of

6 artists.

Seven Shades Pvt Ltd - India.

June 2004 - Dec 2006

Junior 3D/AE Artist /Graphic Designer

> Worked as a full time 3d artist/Graphic Designer/After Effects

artist.

> Created titles and montage for Malayalam television channels in

Kerala.

Freelance 3D/Logo Design/Web Design Artist 2004 -2007

Accomplished numerous Online Freelance works for various companies.

Education

> Diploma in 3DAnimation&Visualeffects

Vancouver Film School - Visual Effects Stream

Jan. 2007- Jan. 2008

Canada.

> Associate Diploma in Animation & Graphic Design

Arena animation Academy

June.2005- June.2006

India.

> Bachelor of Commerce

University of Kerala

2002 - 2004

India.

> Diploma in C++ Programming

ECIL BDPS Computer Education

2001

India.

Achievements

> Got selected to work on a Short Film

o "Lost until you're found"

o Canada.

> IELTS Certified English User-Academic.

Test conducted by British Council & University of

Cambridge.

> Student Scholarship Award

o Vancouver film School, Canada.

Personal Details

1. Date of Birth - 19/Jan/1984

2. Marital Status - Married`

3. Sex- Male

4. Nationality- Indian

5. Current Citizenship- Indian

6. Languages Known- English, Hindi, Malayalam

VISA STATUS : UAE RESIDENT VISA, USA B1/B2 VISA

Reference on request.

Rakesh Vijay.

Bangalore

July 2013.

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