About me

Nishant-Dawadi

Nishant Dawadi

3d Artist & Animator

I am a passionate 3D artist and animator currently pursuing my Bachelor’s in Art with an Animation Intermedia Option at California State University, Fresno, where I’m set to graduate in May 2025. My journey in animation began with specialized training at Incessant Rain Animation Studios in Kathmandu, where I mastered 3D modeling and X-gen using Autodesk Maya.

Currently, I’m working as an Environment Design & VR Artist intern at the Hub of Digital Transformation & Innovation at CSU Fresno, where I’m involved in an exciting project recreating campus structures in VR. I use Blender and Maya for 3D modeling, UV mapping, texturing, and lighting, while ensuring all scenes are optimized for web-based VR experiences. Before this, I interned at Incessant Rain Animation Studios as a Grooming Artist, where I specialized in creating hair and fur using X-gen, working with dense fur and long hair through spline placement and guide shaping.

I’m proficient in industry-standard software including Autodesk Maya, Blender, and Substance Painter. I’ve also gained introductory knowledge in Marvelous Designer, Unreal Engine, and Houdini, as I’m always eager to expand my technical expertise.

My academic achievements have been recognized through several awards, including the Leon Family Technology Innovation Endowment Award and the Craig Stover Memorial Scholarship. Beyond my technical work, I’m actively involved in my community as a Peer Mentor at the International Office, helping new students adjust to their new environment. I’ve also dedicated time to meaningful volunteer work, including assisting during the Nepal 2015 Earthquake and supporting COVID-19 vaccination efforts.

I combine strong technical abilities with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. As a quick learner and problem solver, I thrive in team environments and can effectively manage workload under pressure. I’m seeking opportunities to contribute my technical expertise and creative vision to a dynamic team in the animation or game development industry.

Birthday
12.16.1993
Age
31
Nationality
Nepalese
Study
California State University, Fresno
Degree
Bachelors
Freelance
Available
Email
nishantdawadi@gmail.com
Phone
1-559-825-6005
Address
Fresno, CA

My services

Here are the services that I am the best at:

01.

3D Animation

02.

3D Modeling

03.

3D Environment Design

04.

3D Grooming (X-gen)

05.

Texturing

06.

Lighting

Awards & Scholarships

Below are the swards and scholarships I have received till date:

Leon Family Technology Innovation Endowment Award

November 2024

Fresno State Dean’s Scholarship Fee Waiver

June 2024

Craig Stover Memorial Scholarship

March 2024

Louise J. Otto Memorial Scholarship

2024

Fresno State’s Academic All-Star Student

2024

Resume

Updated 5/19/2025

References


Professor/Animation Advisor, California State University, Fresno.

Paula Durette

pdurette@csufresno.edu


Director of Planning and Digital Transformation and Innovation Officer, Technology Services, California State University, Fresno

Max J. Tsai

janq@csufresno.edu


Founder and CEO, Maya Animation Studios, Kathmandu, Nepal

Indra Lal Balami

indra.balami@gmail.com