Ekaterina Gudkova
About Ekaterina Gudkova
Ekaterina Gudkova is a Lead Environment Artist at Manticore Games Inc. with a background in print production and content management, and she specializes in lighting art using Unreal Engine 4.
Work at Manticore Games
Ekaterina Gudkova serves as the Lead Environment Artist at Manticore Games Inc. since 2020. In this role, she provides art direction and feedback to a team of artists, ensuring the creation of high-quality game environments. Her expertise in environment art contributes to the overall visual experience of the games developed by the company.
Previous Experience in Retail and Content Management
Prior to her current role, Gudkova worked at real,- Hypermarkets (Metro Group) as a Print Production Manager from 2008 to 2013 in Moscow, Russia. She then transitioned to Castorama Russia, where she served as a Content Manager from 2014 to 2018 and later as a Print Production Manager from 2013 to 2014. Her experience in these positions provided her with a strong foundation in production and content management.
Freelance Work as Game Artist
Since 2018, Ekaterina Gudkova has been working as a freelance Game Artist in the United Arab Emirates. In this capacity, she applies her skills in environment art and design, contributing to various projects while also leading workshops for new creators in the field.
Education and Expertise
Ekaterina Gudkova earned her Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Ulyanovsk State Technical University, where she studied from 2002 to 2007. Her educational background supports her professional roles, particularly in understanding market trends and audience engagement within the gaming industry.
Specialization in Lighting Art
Gudkova specializes in lighting art, utilizing Unreal Engine 4 to enhance visual storytelling in games. Her focus on lighting design plays a crucial role in creating immersive environments that engage players and elevate the gaming experience.