Directs the animation department for animated feature films, series, and high-end commercial productions. Establishes performance standards, animation philosophy, and quality benchmarks for the production. Reviews all character animation and provides creative direction to animators and supervisors. Collaborates with directors on character performance, emotional beats, and comedic or dramatic timing. Develops animation style guides and performance references for international animation teams. Manages departmental scheduling, resources, and workflows to meet production milestones. Screens dailies and provides detailed, actionable feedback across the animation department. Mentors senior animators and builds next-generation leadership within the animation team. Represents the animation department in production-wide creative and technical discussions. Senior directorial role in growing Indian animation studios producing premium international content.