Anand Somasundaran
About Anand Somasundaran
Anand Somasundaran is a Senior Animator with extensive experience in the animation industry, currently working at Relic Entertainment since 2017. He has previously held positions at notable companies such as Sony Pictures Imageworks and Industrial Light & Magic, and he holds a Master of Fine Arts in Animation and Visual Effects from the Academy of Art University.
Work at Relic Entertainment
Anand Somasundaran has been employed at Relic Entertainment as a Senior Animator since 2017. His role involves creating animations for video games, contributing to the visual storytelling and character development within the projects at the studio. Relic Entertainment is known for its work on titles such as the Company of Heroes series and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War. Anand's experience in animation enhances the quality and engagement of the games developed by the studio.
Previous Experience in Animation
Prior to his current position, Anand Somasundaran worked at several notable companies in the animation industry. He served as an Animator at Industrial Light & Magic for three months in 2014. Before that, he held the position of Senior Animator at Sony Pictures Imageworks from 2014 to 2017, where he worked for three years. He also worked as a Character Animator Intermediate at Sony Pictures Imageworks for ten months from 2013 to 2014. His early career included a brief stint as an Animation Apprentice at Rhythm & Hues in 2009.
Education and Expertise
Anand Somasundaran holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Animation and Visual Effects from the Academy of Art University, where he studied from 2006 to 2009. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering from TKM College of Engineering, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and artistic aspects of animation.
Background
Anand Somasundaran has a diverse background in animation, with experience spanning over a decade in the industry. He has worked in various capacities, from animation apprentice to senior animator, across multiple prestigious studios. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to developing his skills and contributing to high-quality animation projects in both film and video game sectors.