Deepak is a filmmaker, educator, and virtual production explorer who loves finding ways to democratize the learning and integration of the latest in cutting-edge technology for creatives around the globe.
He is an Assistant Professor of Practice, teaching Realtime Rendering, VFX and Interactive Development at UT Austin with a joint appointment in the Radio/Television/Film Department as well as the School of Design and Creative Technologies.
Deepak is also the Producer for film, TV, and virtual production at Epic Games' Unreal Online Learning platform, where he works with industry authors to create the latest in Epic-approved online training materials.
Currently, Deepak is working on his first feature film as a director, an adaptation of an award-winning short he wrote and directed called Hard Reset. His past work as a cinematographer has been featured in festivals such as SXSW, Slamdance, Hamptions International and AFI Silverdocs, among others.
Credits include No Future, Gen: Lock, Mr. Roosevelt, Discreet, and The Golden Rut, to name a few.
Austin, Texas
Never let the fear of failure cloud your ambition! When you are a student, you can afford to fail and learn from your mistakes.
Simon has been working in the game industry since 2005, and was credited as the only technical cinematic animator for Batman: Arkham City at Rocksteady Studios.
Dept. Head of Real-Time 3D
Known for Batman: Arkham Knight
Alex is a highly experienced senior animator and supervisor whose credits include: The Adventures of Puss in Boots, Monsters Vs. Aliens and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Dept. Head of Foundations
Known for The Adventures of Puss in Boots
With almost 2 decades in the industry, VFX Supervisor Jorge has more than 50 credits to his name including Game of Thrones, Wonder Woman and Tomb Raider.
Mentor of Foundations
Known for Umbrella Academy