Art direction, layout, compositing, editing, Quality Control

GURPREET CG & VFX Animation PANNU Professional

925-***-**** ************@*****.***

WORK EXPERIENCE

Industrial Light & Magic 2014 – 2024

Senior Layout Artist & Matchmove Lead

Led shot bidding, reviewed work, and trained artists on match-moving techniques and quality control

Transformed background plates and crafted CG camera animations for immersive cinematic experiences

Generated 2D compositing elements with precision in camera perspective accuracy

Modeled set geometry for match-move and environment creation, supporting Animators and Technical Directors

Lit, rendered, and composited files to evaluate the scenes and executed entirely CG camera animations

Translated 2D storyboards into 3D shots, staged shots, and plotted action sequences for effective storytelling

Executed layout tasks to ensure accurate placement of elements for animations and digital assets

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Collaborated on high-profile projects like "The Lone Ranger" and "Man of Steel"

Contributed to the production of projects like "Kong: Skull Island" and

"Warcraft" as a Creature TD

PROFILE

Seasoned CG & VFX Animation Professional with 16+ years of solid background in Motion Picture, Directing, and Visual Effects. Experienced in leading teams, transforming background plates, and crafting CG animations to deliver high-quality visual storytelling. Seeking a challenging role as a CG & VFX Animation Supervisor to leverage technical skills and leadership expertise for innovative projects.

Projects:

Contributed to a wide range of films and commercials at MPC, ILM, and in freelance projects

Collaborated on projects like "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1," "Prometheus," and "Aviva Paper" commercials

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gurpreet-s-pannu-62146618/ TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

3D Animation & VFX Expertise:

Proficiency in 3D modeling,

texturing, lighting, and

compositing using industry-

standard software tools like

Maya, Cinema 4D, Nuke, After

Effects, etc.

Animation Pipeline Workflow:

Ability to establish technical

specifications, plan animation

pipelines, and collaborate

effectively with the production

team.

Software Proficiency:

Knowledge of tools like Redshift,

Octane, Arnold, fTrack, etc., to

execute high-quality CG/VFX

projects for commercials.

Scripting Skills: Experience in

Python or similar scripting

languages for automating tasks,

enhancing workflow efficiency,

and problem-solving.

Compositing: Strong skills in

compositing using Nuke or other

node-based compositing

software for creating high-

quality visual effects.

Project Tracking: Familiarity with

project tracking tools to monitor

project progress, allocate tasks,

and ensure timelines are met

effectively.

Technical Problem-Solving:

Ability to troubleshoot technical

issues, provide support to the

team, and ensure smooth

project execution.

GURPREET CG & VFX Animation PANNU Professional

925-***-**** ************@*****.***

WORK EXPERIENCE CONTINUE

Moving Picture Company (MPC)

Matchmove Lead

Orchestrated shot bidding, reviews, and artist training for high-profile films such as "Clash of the Titans" and "X-Men: First Class" Mentored artists on match-moving techniques, lens distortion issues, and camera solving to uphold industry standards

Worked on a variety of films and commercials, gaining experience in lens distortion, camera solving, and quality checking Key Achievements:

Provided leadership for match-moving team, training artists and ensuring quality work

Contributed to high-profile films like "Clash of the Titans," "Wrath of the Titans," "Man of Steel," "Narnia - Voyage of the Dawn Treader," "X-Men: First Class," and "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides"and various commercials

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gurpreet-s-pannu-62146618/ Bachelor's Degree in

Computer Science

Punjab Technical University

2003 - 2007

FrameboXX

Diploma in Animation and

VFX, Visual Effects

2007 - 2009

EDUCATION

LEADERSHIP EXPERTISE

Strong leadership, training, and

team collaboration skills to

ensure project success

Critical Thinking, Attention to

detail, problem-solving abilities,

and commitment to delivering

high-quality work

Project management, time

management, and effective

communication to drive project

goals

2009 – 2013

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

CONTINUE

Expertise in match-moving

techniques, lens distortion

correction, and camera solving for

visual effects projects

Knowledge of industry-standard

tools and software for

matchmoving and quality checking

GURPREET PANNU (SELF EMPLOYED)

Freelance 3D Artist

Successfully delivered 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and compositing projects for various clients

2008 – 2009

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