Anuja Divakaran

• Creative Leadership Support:Collaborate with the Artistic Management team to provide support in creative leadership initiatives.
  Contribute insights and ideas to enhance the overall artistic direction of projects.
  
• Scheduling Expertise:Demonstrate proficiency in scheduling, ensuring that creative resources are optimally utilized.
  Align schedules with project timelines and objectives, maintaining a balance between efficiency and creativity.
  
• Resource Allocation and Optimization:Strategically allocate creative resources based on their skill sets and project demands.
  Optimize resource utilization to ensure a harmonious balance between creativity and project goals.
  
• Master Schedule Management:Take a proactive role in updating and modifying the master schedule throughout the production cycle.
  Ensure that the schedule reflects the evolving needs of the project and accommodates changing priorities.
  
• Collaboration with Producers/Supervisors:Work closely with Producers and Supervisors to understand project requirements.
  Facilitate the scheduling of artists on shows, considering their individual strengths and specialties.
  
• Cross-Departmental Management:Manage VFX artists across multiple departments with varying disciplines.
  Foster collaboration among artists from different specialties to achieve cohesive and high-quality project outcomes.
  
• Managing Resources in North America:Oversee the strategic planning and allocation of creative resources in North America.
  Ensure that resource management strategies align with regional requirements and considerations.
  
• Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution:Demonstrate a proactive approach to creative problem-solving within the production environment.
  Effectively resolve conflicts that may arise, promoting a positive and collaborative atmosphere among creative teams.
  
• Communication and Feedback:Handle tough conversations with finesse, ensuring open and constructive communication.
  Provide timely and constructive feedback to creative teams, encouraging continuous improvement.
  
• Understanding Production Environment:Exhibit an in-depth understanding of the unique needs and demands of a production-driven creative environment.
  Align strategies and actions with the fast-paced and dynamic nature of creative production.
  
• Adaptation and Communication:Adapt plans as required to respond to changing circumstances or creative directions.
  Communicate changes appropriately to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and understanding.
  
• Documentation and Process Improvement:Document resource planning processes comprehensively to enhance efficiency.
  Continuously improve resource management strategies based on analysis and feedback.
  
• Collaboration and Relationship Building:Collaborate with cross-functional teams, the People Team, and leadership.
  Align resource strategies with organizational goals, fostering a culture of creative excellence.
  
• Team Management and Development:Demonstrate strong leadership and managerial skills in guiding and developing the resource management team.
  Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, providing mentorship and encouraging continuous improvement within the team.
  

• Producer Collaboration and Project Coordination:Collaborate closely with Producers to align visual effects plans with project objectives.
  Assist in coordinating resources, managing budgets, and supporting client interactions.
  
• Project Planning and Organization:Develop project plans, prioritize tasks, and ensure efficient workflow.
  
• Communication and Liaison:Act as a central communication point between VFX teams, Producers, and other departments.
  Maintain clear and consistent communication of project goals and updates.
  
• Quality Control and Data Management:Implement quality control measures for visual effects elements.
  Oversee data organization and management for efficient retrieval.
  
• Technology Integration and Cross-Departmental Collaboration:Stay updated on industry technologies and integrate them for enhanced efficiency.
  Collaborate with various departments to align visual effects with project goals.
  
• Problem Resolution and Training:Proactively identify and address workflow issues, providing solutions.
  Offer training and guidance to junior staff, ensuring continuous learning.
  
• Documentation and Reporting:Maintain comprehensive project documentation and generate regular status reports.
  
• Post-Production Support:Provide post production support for visual effects and address real-time needs.
  Coordinate the delivery of final visual effects elements for seamless post-production integration.
  

• Transitioned to the role of Design Producer, continuing for 6 months.
• Prepared and maintained project timelines, facilitating kickoffs and stakeholder meetings for diverse design projects.
• Advocated for human-centered design methodologies, educating stakeholders on the design process.
• Drove Design Ops initiatives to improve the quality and impact of design deliverables at scale.
• Enabled designers and teams to focus on research, problem-solving, and innovation by managing logistics.
• Represented and assisted in design and User Experience during business and development team meetings.
• Served as the primary point of contact for partners and stakeholders, defining business and design requirements.
• Facilitated alignment of stakeholders across projects, teams, and organizations using design artifacts.
• Acted as a bridge between diverse design areas, Development, Product, and PMO, synchronizing efforts for goal achievement.
• Defined, documented, and implemented end-to-end processes for executing design solutions.
• Collaborated with Design Managers, Product Managers, and Product Owners to define roadmaps and priorities.
• Ensured stakeholders had a clear view of activities, milestones, costs, and risks at all times.
• Proactively prevented and resolved scope creep and efficiency issues through risk monitoring and resolution.
• Assisted in quality assurance and testing processes for high-quality, usable, and functional product delivery.
• Traveled regularly between the office and various work sites for project coordination.
• Undertook additional duties as assigned or requested, adapting to evolving project needs across Graphic Design, Web Design, and UX/UI Design.

• Worked as a Design Coordinator for 1 year
• Coordinated daily design team activities and project timelines across Graphic Design, Web Design, and UX/UI Design.
• Facilitated internal design reviews, workshops, and acted as a liaison between design disciplines and stakeholders.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of projects covering diverse design areas.
• Collaborated with Design Managers to align project priorities and resources seamlessly.
• Assisted in quality assurance and testing processes for high-quality design deliverables.
• Provided administrative support to streamline logistical aspects of design projects.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams for successful execution of design solutions.

• Job Scheduling and Artist Advisement:Penciled in new jobs from schedules, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
  Advised on the availability and suitability of artists based on their skill sets and expertise.
  
• In-House Scheduling Tool Utilization:Used the in-house scheduling tool (CETA) proficiently to assign operators and resources to VFX and Post-Production projects.
  Administered CETA, adding or removing resources, and ensuring boards were consistently updated and organized.
  
• Workflow Management and Issue Highlighting:Highlighted daily issues to production that might impact workflow or hinder effective resource allocation.
  Restored and synced assets across multiple sites for seamless collaboration.
  
• CETA Administration:Administered CETA, adding or removing resources and ensuring boards were consistently updated and organized.
  
• Project Tracking and Communication:Chased producers for updates on current and future projects, ensuring timely release confirmation.
  Collaborated with other global studios, providing assistance with available staff.
  
• Freelancer Management:Sourced freelancers as needed for various projects, especially for shoots and specific requirements.
  
• Workflow Improvement and Artist Advisement:Advised production on new workflows, upgrades, and the availability of skilled artists.
  Highlighted any schedule clashes and worked collaboratively with producers to find successful solutions for scheduling.
  

• Overall Team Goals and Coordination:Collaborated with the department's lead to ensure the overall goals of the team were met.
  Acted as a project leader, championing a consistent and organized process within the team.
  
• Schedule Creation and Management:Created, coordinated, tracked, and managed schedules to ensure timely completion of project tasks.
  Attended project-related meetings, ensuring effective communication and alignment with project objectives.
  
• Resource Planning and Collaboration:Worked directly with other Producers to understand resource availability and plan resources effectively based on project needs.
  Managed and guided other producers within the team, fostering collaboration and efficient teamwork.
  
• Quality Assurance and Revisions:Made suggestions and understood when requested revisions might interfere with the quality of the deliverable.
  Identified, tracked, managed, and resolved project issues, ensuring solutions met acceptable quality standards.
  
• Project Issue Resolution and Motivation:Provided motivation and direction to ensure that project goals, objectives, milestones, and deliverables were achieved.
  Actively identified, tracked, and managed project issues, ensuring effective resolution.
  
• Case Study and Workflow Improvement:At the completion of a project, wrote case studies to summarize the project's achievements.
  Recommended and implemented strategies for smoother workflows based on project experiences.
  
• Pipeline and Process Improvement:Participated in creating and improving pipelines and processes to enhance team productivity and reduce schedule risks.
  Acted as a key contributor to developing and refining efficient workflows within the team.
  
• Global Communication and Leadership:Responsible for flawless and effective communication with Producers of global sites, as well as the creative and development teams.
  Led and managed other producers within the team, ensuring clear communication and coordination.
  
• Achievement:Recognized for outstanding achievements, as evidenced by the awarded Clio. View Achievement : https://www.clios.com/awards/winner/13821

• VFX Compositing:Executed VFX compositing tasks, seamlessly integrating visual effects into live-action footage.
  Merged computer-generated imagery (CGI) with filmed content to achieve realistic and visually stunning results.
  
• Effects & Graphic Design: Applied special effects techniques to enhance graphic and animation design, including logo designs, branding elements, and informational graphics for various stations.
  
• 2D and 3D Workflows:Applied both 2D and 3D workflows to translate high-quality renderings into compelling motion graphics.
  Ensured consistency with brand guidelines while infusing creativity into design solutions.
  
• Video Recording and Editing:Recorded video clips, demonstrating proficiency in capturing relevant visuals.
  Organized raw media, edited footage, added music and voice-overs, showcasing skills in comprehensive media management.
  
• Brand Storytelling:Utilized video and motion assets to construct brand stories across multiple mediums and channels.
  Ensured alignment with the brand narrative while exploring creative ways to convey messages effectively.
  

IMDB : https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2072277/fullcredits/?ref_=tt_cl_sm

• Maya/Houdini Effects:Proficient in Maya and Houdini-based modeling, specializing in effects generation, simulations, dynamics, and fluids to achieve realistic and stylized visual effects.
  Applied expertise in creating particle effects, post-process effects, and cinematic effects, contributing to the overall visual appeal of projects.
  
• Collaborative Teamwork:Collaborated with a dynamic team of talented Visual FX and Technical Artists to address challenges related to particle FX, post-process FX, and cinematic FX.
  Solved problems considered impossible or problematic, showcasing adaptability and innovative thinking.
  
• Technical Proficiency:Demonstrated excellent knowledge of Maya and Houdini, leveraging strong problem-solving and math skills in the creation of digital assets.
  Utilized an extensive understanding of physics and natural phenomena to enhance the realism and authenticity of visual effects.
  
• High-Pressure Environment:Thrived in a high-pressure environment, multitasking and working productively to meet project deadlines.
  Took direction well and implemented feedback with a positive attitude, ensuring collaborative success.
  
• Proactive Troubleshooting:Proactively and resourcefully troubleshooted and solved problems, contributing to the smooth progression of projects.
  Created well-organized tools, scripts, and setups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows for use by other team members.
  
• Team Leadership:Worked as a team lead, establishing an organized work pipeline and assigning shots based on deadlines.
  Collaborated closely with the Effects Art Lead and other departments to author effect assets that enhanced gameplay and storytelling.
  
• Active Participation in Meetings:Actively participated in meetings to discuss implementation, theory, visual messaging, and the creation of visual effects.
  Contributed valuable insights to enhance the overall quality and effectiveness of visual effects within the project.
  

• Technical Illustrations:Developed, designed, and produced a variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners, and signs, ensuring accuracy and visual appeal.
  Laid out and executed illustrations that effectively conveyed technical information in a visually engaging manner.
  
• On-Brand Visual Elements:Designed new, on-brand visual elements with a focus on concept and messaging, ensuring consistency across various marketing materials.
  Leveraged a keen understanding of brand identity to create visuals that resonated with the target audience.
  
• Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency:Utilized proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator to design impactful email blasts, catalogs, posters, and other promotional materials.
  Generated computer graphics and employed page-layout software to create visually compelling graphic elements and incorporate photography.
  
• Client Consultation and Product Management:Consulted with clients to define design requirements, ensuring alignment with their vision and goals.
  Managed product development projects, overseeing the design process from concept to final delivery.
  
• Corporate Branding:Created cohesive corporate brands by designing harmonious looks between logos and letterheads, establishing a strong and unified brand identity.
  Ensured that branding elements communicated the desired image and messaging effectively.
  
• Marketing and Promotional Advertisements:Developed engaging marketing and promotional advertisements that aimed to generate sales revenue and grow the customer base.
  Applied creative concepts to design materials that captured attention and conveyed compelling marketing messages.
  
• Project Direction:Directed advertisement, banner, and signage projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring the seamless execution of visual elements.
  Oversaw the production process to guarantee the highest quality and adherence to project specifications.