About Jagreuben
Graduate of the Master of Animation & Visual Effects at UNSW Sydney (High Distinction in VFX Studio), combining deep technical expertise in VFX compositing, procedural FX, and rigging with hands-on experience across the 3D pipeline and sound design.
Proven ability to deliver cinematic-quality work across film, gaming, and advertising — with a track record spanning India and Australia. Currently working as Christmas Experience Area Manager with Scene to Believe (seasonal contract, Nov 2026 – Jan 2027); available full-time from February 2027 and open to relocation across Australia.
Verified, Not Self-Reported
Credited as a collaborator on two official student works showcased at UNSW Digitropica 2025, the university's Animation and Moving Image Festival — verified directly on UNSW's own site, not self-reported. From his Bachelor's years, his own alma mater, Chandigarh University, featured his VFX and matte painting work on its official YouTube channel (2021).
2101: A Space Odyssey
Official UNSW category: Visual Effects — Nuke compositing, Maya 3D modelling. Jagreuben credited for Background and Sound Design.
Full Circle
2D animation built in Illustrator and After Effects. Jagreuben credited for Background and Sound Design.
VFX & Matte Painting
VFX compositing and matte painting featured on his undergraduate university's official channel (Sep 2021, BSc Animation 2018–2021).
Academic Record
Master of Animation and Visual Effects
Specialisation: Animation · Interactive Technology · Video Graphics & Special Effects.
WAM: 77.2 | Completed 3 September 2026 | Conferred 30 September 2026 — available full-time from February 2027.
Bachelor of Science in Animation
This is the university whose official YouTube channel featured Jagreuben's VFX & matte painting work → in 2021.
Advanced French Language & Literature — C1.2
CEFR C1.2 — Advanced professional proficiency. A distinguishing asset for international productions, co-productions, and francophone markets.
| Subject | Grade | Subject | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3D Visualisation Studio | DN 81 | VFX Studio | HD 85 |
| Animation Studio | DN 76 | Industry Studio | DN 81 |
| Digital Aesthetics | CR 74 | Production Studio | DN 83 |
| Motion Capture Studio | CR 73 | Procedural FX Studio | DN 78 |
| Rigging Studio | DN 76 | Creature Studio | CR 72 |
| Digital Cinematography Studio | CR 73 | Communication Skills for Creative Disciplines | DN 83 |
| Research Foundations in Art and Design | CR 73 | Leadership in the Cultural and Creative Industries | DN 77 |
| Capstone Studio (12 units) | DN 75 |
Official UNSW academic statement · 96 units · 1 High Distinction, 9 Distinctions, 5 Credits.
Professional Experience
Christmas Experience Area Manager – Sydney Region
- Leading and supporting frontline teams across multiple Christmas photography sets in shopping centres across the Sydney region, as the go-to person for both teams and centre management
- Overseeing daily operations and operational excellence to ensure every family leaves with a lasting memory
- Rostering and workforce planning, plus financial and operational reconciliation
- Upholding safety and wellbeing across all sets
Area Manager
- Managed operational workflows and team coordination across multiple educational program sessions
- Led customer engagement, onsite activity management, and staff scheduling for busy school-holiday periods
- Developed leadership and multi-stakeholder communication skills in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment
Social Media Manager & Creative Lead
- Led end-to-end digital marketing strategy across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for an e-commerce brand
- Produced high-performing visual and video content driving measurable increases in engagement and audience growth
- Directed creative campaigns from concept through delivery — including graphics, promotional videos, and paid advertising
- Managed community, analytics, and performance tracking; informed strategy through data-driven insights
- Contributed to brand growth through creative storytelling, visual identity development, and campaign execution
Freelance Music Producer & Sound Designer
- Composing cinematic soundtracks, trailer music, and immersive audio for film, gaming, and digital media
- Earliest published release: "Yesterday" (anime music video, Jan 2020) — six years of continuous music production alongside VFX and animation studies
- Collaborating internationally with creators, studios, and independent media projects
- Building ongoing client relationships through platforms including Fiverr and direct commissions
Technical & Creative Skillset
Creative & Production
Software Proficiency
Languages
French
C1.2 — AdvancedCertified by Alliance Française de Chandigarh (2018–2021). Advanced professional proficiency — a genuine differentiator for international studios, francophone co-productions, and global creative teams.
English
Full ProfessionalHindi
Full ProfessionalPunjabi
ProfessionalKey Projects
Return To Sender
The most substantial independently-produced work of the degree — a full VFX production from concept through final delivery, demonstrating command of the complete pipeline across Houdini, Nuke, Maya and DaVinci Resolve.
Watch on YouTube ↗UNSW Masters VFX Projects — High Distinction Achievement
- VFX Studio (HD 85): Delivered a professional-grade visual effects sequence demonstrating compositing and effects-pipeline mastery
- 3D Visualisation (DN 81): Produced high-fidelity 3D renders and environments for production-ready deliverables
- Production Studio (DN 83): End-to-end production pipeline management from concept to final delivery
Digital Content & Photography Portfolio
- Active Rookies portfolio showcasing VFX, animation, and visual design work
- Photography portfolio demonstrating visual composition and artistic direction
- Alliance Française — French C1.2 (2021)
- Trinity College London — Piano, Grade 2 (2017)
- Full-time: available from February 2027
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia
- Open to relocation across Australia
- Holds an Australian driver's licence
- Currently on seasonal contract (Nov 2026 – Jan 2027)
- Based in Campsie, Sydney NSW