Nikolay Shapovalov
About Nikolay Shapovalov
Nikolay Shapovalov is a Lead Game Designer with extensive experience in the gaming industry, currently working at Mail.Ru Group since 2017 and at PlayFlock since 2014. He holds a degree in Economics from the Russian Economic University and has held various positions in game design since 2012.
Current Role at Mail.ru Group
Nikolay Shapovalov serves as the Lead Game Designer at Mail.ru Group, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing game design projects and contributing to the development of engaging gaming experiences. His tenure at Mail.ru Group spans over seven years, during which he has played a key role in various game design initiatives.
Experience at PlayFlock
Nikolay has been associated with PlayFlock since 2014, where he currently works as a Game Designer. His experience at PlayFlock extends over ten years, highlighting his long-term commitment to the company. Prior to his current role, he served as the Head of Game Design at PlayFlock from 2016 to 2019, where he led design efforts and managed design teams.
Educational Background
Nikolay Shapovalov studied at the Российский Экономический Университет им. Г.В. Плеханова from 2008 to 2013. He focused on the field of Economics, specifically in Торговли и Товароведения. His education provided him with a foundation in economic principles and practices, which he applies in his professional career.
Previous Experience in Game Design
Before his current roles, Nikolay worked at Webgames LLC as a Game Designer in 2012 for a period of ten months. This early experience in the gaming industry contributed to his skill set and understanding of game design processes.