Ania Bulavina
About Ania Bulavina
Ania Bulavina is a Level Artist currently employed at CD PROJEKT RED, with a focus on historical and urban architectural environments. She has a diverse background in art and architecture, having worked at several notable studios including Frag Lab, Dragon's Lake Entertainment, and Frogwares.
Work at CD Projekt Red
Ania Bulavina has been employed at CD Projekt Red as a Level Artist since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the development of immersive environments within the studio's projects. Her expertise in level design and attention to detail support the creation of engaging gameplay experiences. CD Projekt Red is known for its high-quality AAA titles, and Bulavina's work aligns with the studio's commitment to excellence in game design.
Previous Experience in Game Development
Prior to her current position, Ania Bulavina worked at several notable game development studios. She served as a Senior Level Artist at Dragon's Lake Entertainment for five months in 2021. Before that, she was a Concept Artist at Frag Lab from 2017 to 2018 and at Frogwares from 2014 to 2017. Her diverse roles across these studios allowed her to gain a wide range of skills in both concept art and level design.
Education and Expertise
Ania Bulavina holds a Master's degree in Urban Planning from the National University Lviv Polytechnic, which she completed from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from the National Academy of Fine Art and Architecture, studying from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her specialization in creating historical and urban architectural environments in video games.
Technical Skills and Specialization
Ania Bulavina has extensive experience working with Unreal Engine, utilizing the software for various stages of level design, from initial blockout to final polishing. Her specialization includes creating detailed historical architectural environments and urban settings, which enhances the realism and immersion of the game worlds she helps develop. This technical proficiency is complemented by her artistic background.
Diverse Experience in Game Studios
Ania Bulavina has worked in both large studios and small indie teams, contributing to a variety of projects. This experience has equipped her with a versatile skill set and the ability to adapt to different working environments. Her involvement in AAA titles and unique indie projects reflects her capability to handle diverse artistic challenges in the game development industry.