About the guest: Derek Domnic D’Souza @derekdomnicdsouza graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Creative Arts (B.CrA) from Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology where he majored in Animation. He then went on to work as an intern for Disney, India for a period of 6 months after which he got hired back as an Animation Development Artist to create new animated shows and IP for the company.

Apart from this, he also worked as an Associate producer for animated shows that were on air. Derek loves telling stories and creating various moods in his personal work by the heavy use of dramatic lighting and colors. This is also implemented heavily in his animated works where he focuses heavily on backgrounds to bring the scenes to life.

With regards to other hobbies, Derek loves playing basketball, cycling and swimming. He is currently working as a freelance concept and storyboard artist for Disney Plus, along with being a member of Studio Sideline.

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