Nived Patil

About Nived Patil

I am a dedicated Layout TD with a passion for creating captivating visuals and animations in the world of visual effects. With over a decade of experience in the industry, I have had the privilege of contributing to various high-profile projects, continuously pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation.Currently, I am part of the Layout team at DNEG, where we consistently deliver top-tier work under demanding deadlines. In my role, I am responsible for CG camera animation, utilizing cinematography principles, shot composition, and character blocking. I create pre-visualization and post-visualization CG cameras that serve as critical assets for other departments, ensuring a seamless pipeline. Additionally, I play a pivotal role in maintaining shot continuity across sequences and modeling set geometry during the matchmove process.My journey in the world of visual effects began at Prime Focus World, where I specialized in 2D Rotoscope VFX, working on projects for the Hollywood.I then honed my skills as a Matchmove/Bodytrack Artist at Technicolor Creative Studios, where I contributed to the creation and animation of geometry in Maya, working on projects like \"Skyscraper,\"\"Dumbo,\" and \"WandaVision.\"Subsequently, I joined Method Studios as a Matchmove/Bodytrack Artist, where I excelled in creating and animating geometry within the match-move environment.Before that, I spent two years as a Senior 2D Roto Artist at Trace VFX, where I was responsible for handling complex shots with heavy motion blur and long series of frames. Additionally, I had the privilege of leading a dedicated team during my tenure.My educational journey includes a BSc in Media Graphics & Animation from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University and a diploma in Advanced Animation & VFX from Keerti Animation Institute.I am well-versed in a range of skills, including Rough Bodytrack, CG Composition, Cinematography, Camera Animation, Time Management, Team Management, Maya.Throughout my career, I\'ve contributed to an array of projects, from blockbuster movies like \"Mortal Kombat\" and \"Cruella\" to acclaimed series like \"Game of Thrones\" and \"WandaVision.\"I am excited about the endless possibilities in the world of visual effects and animation. If you\'re looking for a passionate and skilled professional to collaborate on exciting projects, feel free to connect with me. Let\'s continue to bring visions to life in this dynamic and ever-evolving industry.

Experience

1. Layout Td

   DNEG

   Nov 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   I am in the Layout team whocontinuously produce the highest level of work, sometimes under tightdeadlines for large-scale work. I am responsible for CG cameraanimation using cinematography principles, shot composition and characterblocking. I am producing pre-vis and post-vis CG cameras for high profiles features that will be subsequently used by other departments. Part of my role I will be posting on and composing digital assets for the rest ofthe pipeline to use. I\'ll be responsible for maintain shot continuity while also modelling set geometry used during the matchmoveprocess.

Education

• Silver oak

  ssc, Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

  2006 — 2010

• Keerti Animation Institute

  Diploma, 2D,3D Animation & VFX

  2009 — 2012

• Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University

  B.Sc. in Media Graphics & Animation, VFX

  2013 — 2016

• National School of Open Learning

  HSC, Computer Science

  2011 — 2012