NAGARAJ RAPARTHI
Graphics Engineer | Technical Artist
Work Experience
Val G. Hemming Simulation Center - Graphics Engineer
November 2020 - Present
- Develop training scenarios for learners in the VME Lab and the WAVE.
- Develop 3D display algorithms for the Wide Area Virtual Environment.
- Research into novel computer algorithms, real-time tracking, and real-time interactive systems for the VME Lab.
- Plan and develop virtual environments to be used for training.
- Organize equipment, facilities, and other VME Lab resources in preparation for training events.
- Design and develop software to support the VME Lab’s medical simulation research and development initiative.
- Assist in conducting tours and demonstrations of the VME Lab’s capabilities for visitors and VIPs.
Val G. Hemming Simulation Center - Graphics Engineer Intern
May 2020 - August 2020
- Conducted research on Motion Matching algorithm and implemented an
academic research paper on an existing plugin. - Worked on the VME lab’s WAVE software environment and developed a technique to vastly improve it’s computational efficiency.
- VME lab’s WAVE software environment research and development.
Texas A&M University - Graduate Teaching Assistant
August 2018 - May 2020
- Taught classes on C++ programming with openGL and conducted lab sessions to help students with programming projects. Conducted and graded quizzes and projects.
- Worked with students in creating different animation shorts.
- Helped with modeling and rigging and other tools in MAYA. Graded assignments and projects.
Moving Picture Company - Modeling Artist
June 2016 - July 2018
- Worked on VFX demanding Hollywood movies to create industry standard 3D models.
- Extensive experience in high-poly 3D modeling and sculpting.
- Effective member of the team. Was the acting lead of the movie “The Predator”.
- Got credits as a digital artist for various movies like “The justice League”, “Ad Astra”, “Ghost In The Shell” and others.
Education
Texas A&M University
Masters In Visualization
August 2018 - August 2020
Asian Institute Of Design
Professional Diploma In Game Art
May 2015 - May 2016
Sri Indu College Of Engineering And Technology
Bachelors in Computer Science
May 2011 - April 2014
Skills
Modeling - (5 years)
5/5
Texturing - (5 years)
4.6/5
Sculpting - (5 years)
4.6/5
Lighting / Shading - (5 years)
4.6/5
C++ - (6 years)
4.6/5
Python - (2 years)
3.6/5
openGl/GLSL - (2 years)
4/5
Maya API - (2 years)
3/5
Software
MAYA - (5 years)
5/5
3ds MAX - (5 years)
4.6/5
Zbrush - (5 years)
5/5
Adobe Creative Suite - (7 years)
4.8/5
Git - (2 years)
4.3/5
Unreal Engine - (2 years)
4.6/5
Unity 3D - (2 years)
3/5
Houdini - (1 year)
1.7/5
Nuke - (4 years)
4.3/5
Perforce - (2 years)
4.6/5