Sagar Mandlekar

Sagar Mandlekar

Senior 3D Animator - Creature / Game Cinematic

Senior 3D Animator / 15 yrs

Canada /Montreal

Hire Me
As a highly skilled professional with over 14+ years of experience, I have a strong track record in producing successful 3D animation projects. My technical aptitude, artistic talent, and collaboration skills make me well-suited to contribute significantly to your team.

I bring a wealth of experience in producing top-notch 3D animation for various projects, spanning Hollywood VFX movies, series, AAA game cinematics, AR/VR interactive gameplay, CGI movies, VR theme park rides, and commercials

I possess the expertise to animate a diverse range of animals and creatures, both existing in our world and those beyond. Additionally, I have the ability to refine complex motion capture data and create storyline for previs. i have experience with cutscene animation (Pacing, camera work, MotionBuilder story mode , UE5 Sequencer).

I am well-versed in utilizing software like Maya, MotionBuilder, Max, Blender, Voodoo, and Unreal 5 to craft impeccable 3D animations. My aptitude for swiftly adapting to new software, tools, and pipelines, coupled with extensive teamwork experience, positions me as a valuable asset to your company

For a more comprehensive look at my work, please view my demo reel at the following link:
https://sagar2753.wixsite.com/mysite/reel

I also want to highlight that I have the legal right to work in Canada.
Work History
  • Sr. Gameplay Animator

    Skeleton Key

    September 2024 - Present
  • Gameplay Animator

    Skeleton Key

    September 2024 - February 2025
  • Senior Animator

    Invoke Studios

    October 2023 - August 2024

    Game cinematic, motion builder , UE 5 , maya
    Creature , motion capture data

  • Senior Animator

    Rodeo FX

    June 2023 - October 2023
  • Sr. 3D Animator

    Cinesite Montreal

    April 2021 - June 2023
    Montréal, Canada
  • Animator

    Method Studios

    February 2020 - March 2021
    Montreal, Canada Area

    Working on animals

  • Senior Animator

    MPC

    May 2018 - January 2020
    Montreal, Canada Area

    Dr Dolittle
    Predator
    Shazam !
    CATS
    Call of the wild
    Noelle

  • Animator

    MPC

    May 2018 - June 2019
    Montreal, Canada Area

    Working on animals, creatures & superhero’s

  • Senior Animator

    Assemblage Entertainment

    July 2017 - May 2018
    Mumbai Area, India

    i was doing Animation, previs .

  • Senior Animator

    Prime Focus World

    December 2015 - July 2017
    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

    Breakdown of work and responsibilities:-
    Take Layout approved file and start Keypose with help of Clint video reference or self video reference after Keypose approved follow the comments and Start Final Animation Alternate or Modify Rigs to maintain quality in easier way.
    Review Retake Note and make sure it follows properly. Complete the Animation of Assigned Shots within the Schedule Forward Anim. Blockings and Anim. Play blasts to Animation Director for Approval. Coordinate with the Anim. & post production Team Attend Dailies/ Previz for work in progress .

    For Animation Library :- After reading brief of character from Clint I understanding attitude and characteristics of character thenstart walk cycle or run .coordinate and take approvals from Clint overseas supervisor .

  • Senior Animator

    Prana studio

    June 2015 - February 2016
    mumbai

    Breakdown of work and responsibilities.:- Take Layout approved file and start Blocking with the help of self recorded Acting video reference and start Keypose and after Keypose get approved from supervisor and Clint after that follow the comments and Start Final Animation Review Retake Note and make sure it follows properly. Complete the Animation of Assigned Shots within the Schedule Forward Anim. Blockings and Anim. Play blasts to Animation Supervisor or Director for Approval. Coordinate with the Anim. & post production Team Attend Dailies/ Previz for work in progress

  • Animation Lead

    Vivify Animation & film studio

    April 2010 - May 2015
    navi mumbai vashi

    Breakdown of work and responsibilities.:-
    As an Animation lead /artist Consult with Supervisors/Producers on animation shot requirements; communicate the work and timeline required. - Lead the animation team as needed and ensure all deadlines and deliverables are met. - Develop 3D tools and utilities for individual projects or general use as necessary. - Lead the animation team, the creation and delivery of animated shots with Coordinators/Producers as required. - Work as part of development team and communicate with the Technical Directors to make all tools accessible and operational. - Create solutions or workarounds for technical problems; evaluate software tools to determine how they would fit into production pipelines, and their suitability for specific projects. - Assist with shots / images as required. - Complete and submit weekly timesheets.

Education
  • Bachelor's degree

    Mumbai University Mumbai

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  • professional diploma in 3d animation and vfx(PD3D) in 3D Animation, In

    Maya Academy of Advanced Cinematics,

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