I am a creative head and visualizer with extensive experience leading 2D/3D animation, storyboard creation, art direction, and design across kids edutainment and e-learning platforms. I've steered cross-disciplinary teams, crafted mood boards, and delivered engaging visuals for BYJU'S, CHU CHU TV, and Buddies Info Tech, focusing on concept development and user-friendly interfaces. I'm passionate about mentoring teams, shaping brand identity, and turning ideas into vivid visuals. I'm always exploring new tools and techniques to push the boundaries of storytelling and education.…

Ramesh A R

I am a creative head and visualizer with extensive experience leading 2D/3D animation, storyboard creation, art direction, and design across kids edutainment and e-learning platforms. I've steered cross-disciplinary teams, crafted mood boards, and delivered engaging visuals for BYJU'S, CHU CHU TV, and Buddies Info Tech, focusing on concept development and user-friendly interfaces. I'm passionate about mentoring teams, shaping brand identity, and turning ideas into vivid visuals. I'm always exploring new tools and techniques to push the boundaries of storytelling and education.…

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I am a creative head and visualizer with extensive experience leading 2D/3D animation, storyboard creation, art direction, and design across kids edutainment and e-learning platforms. I’ve steered cross-disciplinary teams, crafted mood boards, and delivered engaging visuals for BYJU’S, CHU CHU TV, and Buddies Info Tech, focusing on concept development and user-friendly interfaces.

I’m passionate about mentoring teams, shaping brand identity, and turning ideas into vivid visuals. I’m always exploring new tools and techniques to push the boundaries of storytelling and education.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Telugu
Intermediate
Malayalam
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelancer (Graphic Designer, 2D Artist, 2D Animator, Motion Graphic Designer, Storyboard Artist, Matte Painting, Illustrator) at Self-employed / Freelancer
June 1, 2022 - November 4, 2025
Working as a freelance graphic designer and 2D artist, including 2D animation, motion graphics, storyboard artistry, matte painting, and illustration.
Sr. Graphic Artist at Think and Learn Pvt Ltd (BYJU’S)
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Mood board creation, art work review, and art team management.
Sr. 2D Artist at CHU CHU TV Studio (sister concern of Buddies InfoTech (P) Ltd)
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Created 2D animation storyboard, character design, game interface and concept design; contributed to 2D/3D art production.
Senior 2D Artist at Buddies InfoTech (P)Ltd, Chennai
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2015
Created storyboard, character design and concept design for game interface.
Senior 2D Artist at Vapssky Technologies (P)Ltd, Chennai
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Created storyboard, character design and concept design for game GUI design.
Senior Graphic Artist at Lionbridge Technologies (P)Ltd, Chennai
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
e-Learning course animation GUI design developer.
Senior Flash Animator at Hi-Commands Tech India Ltd, Chennai
April 1, 2007 - April 1, 2007
Character, background, template design and concept design for e-learning and game development.
Freelance Art Director and Visualizer at Freelancer
June 1, 2022 - November 17, 2025
Freelance art director and visualizer; led 2D art, animation and design teams; developed mood boards, concept creation and storyboarding for diverse edutainment and media projects.
Assistant Art Director at Think and Learn Pvt Ltd (BYJU'S)
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Mood board creation, artwork review, art team management; collaborated with content and production teams to ensure visual quality for educational content.
Production Head at CHU CHU TV Studio
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Reported directly to the president and managed 2D and 3D teams; created storyboards, character design, game interface concepts, and layout design; talent and skills team management.
Lead Creative Artist at Buddies Info Tech (P) Ltd
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2015
Storyboard and character design for game interfaces; concept design; team management and delivery of creative assets.
Senior 2D Artist at Vapssky Technologies (P) Ltd
December 31, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Storyboard and character design for iPhone/Android game development; GUI design; team coordination.
Senior Graphic Artist at Lionbridge Technologies (P) Ltd
January 31, 2010 - January 31, 2010
E-learning course design; 2D animation; GUI design; presentations.
Senior Flash Animator at Hi-Commands Tech India Ltd
April 30, 2007 - April 30, 2007
Character, background, template design for e-learning and games.
Senior Graphic Executive at Satvat Infosol Pvt Ltd
February 28, 2006 - February 28, 2006
Created storyboards, character design and 2D animation for iPhone game development.
Illustrator at FCB Ulka Advertising (P) Ltd
October 31, 1998 - October 31, 1998
Illustrations for print, digital, and video ads for marketing campaigns; layout design.
Cartoonist at ASIDE MAGAZINE
December 31, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Created political cartoons, caricatures and magazine page layouts.
Cartoonist at Madras Headlined
February 28, 1998 - February 28, 1998
Created political cartoons, caricatures for newspaper.
Abroad Artist at BISSAN GALLERY, Doha Qatar
November 30, 2003 - November 30, 2003
Oil painting, acrylic painting and murals for projects in Qatar; exhibited in an Arabian Gulf art gallery.
Freelance Art Director and Visualizer at Self-employed / Freelancer
June 1, 2022 - November 17, 2025
Managed 2D art, animation and design teams; mood boards, concept creation, and storyboarding for various freelance projects.
Freelancer at Independent freelance work
June 1, 2022 - Present
Freelance Art Director and Visualizer; lead 2D art, animation and design projects, develop mood boards, create concepts, and storyboard for clients; managed a small design team to deliver visuals on time.
Assistant Art Director at Think and Learn Pvt Ltd – BYJU’S, Bangalore
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2022
Assisted art director with mood board creation, artwork reviews, and art team management; contributed to e-learning visuals and game/interface design for BYJU’S.
Production Head at CHU CHU TV Studio, Chennai
April 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Production head overseeing 2D and 3D teams for edutainment content; created storyboards, character design, game interface and layout; managed talent and workflows; reported to president.
Lead Creative Artist at Buddies Info Tech (P) Ltd, Chennai
January 1, 2012 - April 1, 2015
Managed teams of artists, animators and designers; created storyboard, character design and concept design for game interfaces; guided creative direction.
Senior 2D Artist at Vapssky Technologies (P) Ltd, Chennai
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012
Senior 2D Artist for iPhone/Android game development; managed artists, animators and designers; created storyboard, character design and GUI design for games.
Senior Graphic Artist at Lionbridge Technologies (P) Ltd, Chennai
April 1, 2007 - January 31, 2010
e-Learning course design, 2D animation, presentation and GUI design for various projects.
Senior Flash Animator at Hi-Commands Tech India Ltd, Chennai
February 1, 2006 - April 30, 2007
Character, background, template design and concept design for e-learning and game development.
Senior Graphic Executive at Satvat Infosol Pvt Ltd, Chennai
May 1, 2005 - February 28, 2006
Created storyboard, character design and 2D animation for iPhone game development.
Illustrator at FCB Ulka Advertising (P) Ltd, Chennai
May 1, 1998 - October 31, 1998
Illustrations for print, digital and video ads to support marketing campaigns; layout design.
Cartoonist at ASIDE Magazine, Chennai
March 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
Created political cartoons, caricatures and magazine page layouts; part-time during studies.
Cartoonist at Madras Headlined, Chennai
January 1, 1998 - February 28, 1998
Created political cartoons and caricatures for an evening newspaper; freelance during studies.
Artist at BISSAN GALLERY, Doha Qatar
October 1, 1999 - November 30, 2003
Oil painting, acrylic painting and murals for various Qatar-based projects.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Madras university
June 1, 1993 - April 14, 1998
B.F.A at Govt. College of Arts & Crafts, Chennai, Tamilnadu; University of Madras
January 11, 2030 - November 4, 2025
B.F.A at Govt. College of Arts & Crafts, Chennai, Tamilnadu
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
B.F.A at Govt. College of Arts & Crafts, Chennai
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
University studies at University of Madras
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
B.F.A at Govt. College of Arts & Crafts, Chennai, Tamilnadu (affiliated to University of Madras)
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025

Qualifications

Bachelor of Fine Arts
June 1, 1993 - April 14, 1998
Best of the Year 1998
January 1, 1998 - November 17, 2025
Best of the Year 1998
January 11, 2030 - November 17, 2025
BEST OF THE YEAR 98
January 1, 1998 - December 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Other, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet

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