Kush Sharma
Wellington,WGN
Summary
Energetic Designer skilled at focusing on finding solutions and meeting deadlines. Committed to producing quality set designs and murals. Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options. Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Art Director
HKB Development PVT LTD
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Maximized project efficiency with meticulous attention to deadlines, budget constraints, and client expectations.
- Streamlined creative processes by implementing efficient design workflows and project management tools.
- Delivered consistent visual messaging across multiple channels, including email marketing campaigns, website banners, and print collateral.
- Elevated brand awareness by creating visually striking marketing materials for digital campaigns.
- Made collateral to support more than 25 marketing campaigns and visually communicate concepts.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
Lead 2D Artist
BYJU's - The Learning APP
04.2019 - 06.2023
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining workflows and optimizing collaboration between team members.
- Developed visually striking game assets for improved player engagement and overall gaming experience.
- Established clear expectations for team members'' responsibilities driving accountability and consistent output quality.
- Led a team of 24 2D artists to create high-quality game art, resulting in positive reviews and increased sales.
- Facilitated communication between art teams and other departments for efficient problem-solving and creative synergy.
- Refined artistic styles based on feedback from stakeholders, continuously improving the final product's aesthetics.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, enabling the incorporation of innovative design approaches in projects.
- Proactively identified potential challenges within projects implementing effective solutions mitigating risks.
- Balanced workload distribution among artists ensuring optimal efficiency without compromising individual wellbeing.
- Collaborated with other animators to create coherent images within scenes.
- Created lifelike characters with appropriate textures, shadows and features.
- Worked alongside writers and producers to create unique designs to translate artistic vision into visual medium.
- Used Adobe Creative Suite to create computer-generated effects and simulations.
- Used Adobe Photoshop to create over 500 realistic characters with full range of emotions and movement.
Lead Artist
Fabelizer
01.2018 - 02.2019
- .Ensured smooth transitions between projects by effectively managing resources allocation within the art department.
- Implemented efficient workflows within the art team, reducing overall production time and costs.
- Contributed to marketing efforts by creating promotional materials such as trailers, screenshots, and key art.
- Enhanced visual quality of projects by providing clear artistic direction and constructive feedback to team members.
- Developed more than 3 comprehensive style guides for internal use and external partners, maintaining consistency across all artistic elements.
- Drew illustrations and concepts for visualization, presentation and development purposes.
- Led team of artists to create high-quality assets for multiple successful comic book releases.
Concept Artist
ADVIDS
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
- Met every studio deadline for each project by leveraging strong task prioritization abilities.
- Utilized Maya/Max to create images of 3D concepts for yet-to-be released advertising project.
- Contributed to establishing a compelling game world through designing immersive locations and set pieces.
- Navigated challenges presented by technical limitations while still delivering visually striking concept art solutions.
- Worked closely with 3D artists to ensure seamless transition from concept to final models.
Comic Artist
Mainstream International Entertainment (M.I.N.T.E)
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Collaborated well with others to deliver quality realistic style for compelling environments.
- Delivered more than 10 high-quality comic books under tight deadlines, ensuring timely publication of comic issues.
- Assisted in documentation and communication of technical and process guidelines for creation and implementation.
- Produced high-end visuals within memory constraints and performance guidelines.
- Collaborated with writers to develop compelling storylines, resulting in increased reader engagement and retention.
- Streamlined production workflow by introducing new software tools for digital art creation, improving efficiency across the team.
- Developed art and design concepts.
- Utilized digital techniques to create and enhance artwork.
- Revitalized classic characters with modern redesigns that appealed both to long-time fans and new readers alike.
Creative Designer
Ant Farm Media
04.2015 - 03.2016
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas for upcoming campaigns or projects.
- Determined size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy to develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos and internet websites.
- Utilized expertise and current best practices to verify quality of images, content and brand compliance.
- Managed more than 5 projects and met all deadlines through exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Created compelling visual presentations for clients, resulting in successful pitches and new business opportunities.
- Transformed ideas into beautiful designs used in identity branding campaigns.
- Conducted thorough research on competitors'' designs to identify trends or gaps in the marketplace.
- Assisted with event planning efforts by creating captivating promotional materials that generated interest from attendees.
- Mentored other designers, providing guidance and support to help generate work on time and within project parameters.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks for timely completion and client satisfaction.
- Met with clients to create visions, conceive designs and discuss deadlines and requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Design - Animation Film Design
Symbiosis Institute Of Design
Pune, Maharashtra04.2017
Jr.College - Commerce
St.Mary's High School
Mumbai02.2011
High School Diploma -
Fr.Agnels Multipurpose School
Mumbai, Maharashtra04.2009
Skills
Excellent team player
Deadline-oriented
Strong analytical skills
Marketing knowledge
Client Relations
Account Management
Artistic vision
Design thinking
Creative capabilities
Adobe Creative Suite
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Full Professional
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Photoshop
Illustrator
Procreate
Figma
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Excel
Google Tools
Interests
Travel
Music
Illustration
Timeline
Art Director
HKB Development PVT LTD
08.2023 - 04.2024
Lead 2D Artist
BYJU's - The Learning APP
04.2019 - 06.2023
Lead Artist
Fabelizer
01.2018 - 02.2019
Concept Artist
ADVIDS
02.2017 - 01.2018
Comic Artist
Mainstream International Entertainment (M.I.N.T.E)
03.2016 - 02.2017
Creative Designer
Ant Farm Media
04.2015 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Design - Animation Film Design
Symbiosis Institute Of Design
Jr.College - Commerce
St.Mary's High School
High School Diploma -
Fr.Agnels Multipurpose School
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