Konstantin Vavilov
About Konstantin Vavilov
Konstantin Vavilov is an Art Lead specializing in UI Illustration for Teamfight Tactics at Riot Games, with a strong background in concept art and character design. His previous roles include positions at Blizzard Entertainment, Mail.Ru Group, and ScreamSchool, where he contributed to various game projects and taught aspiring artists.
Work at Riot Games
Konstantin Vavilov has been serving as the Art Lead for UI Illustration on Teamfight Tactics at Riot Games since 2022. His role involves overseeing the visual design and illustration aspects of the game, contributing to its overall aesthetic and user experience. Located in Los Angeles, California, he is part of a team dedicated to enhancing the gameplay through effective visual communication.
Previous Experience in the Gaming Industry
Before joining Riot Games, Konstantin Vavilov held several positions in the gaming industry. He worked as a Senior Concept Artist at Blizzard Entertainment from 2019 to 2022, where he contributed to various projects. Prior to that, he was an Art Director at Mail.Ru Group from 2014 to 2016 and a Concept Artist at Gunfire Games from 2015 to 2019. His experience includes character and creature concepts for games such as Disciples III: Undead Hordes and Allods Online.
Education and Expertise
Konstantin Vavilov studied at Художественное училище А.П.Боголюбова, where he focused on exterior design and earned a специалист degree from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at VGIK, studying animation and achieving a Бакалавр degree from 2007 to 2013. His educational background supports his specialization in CG graphics, illustration, character design, and concept art.
Teaching Experience
In addition to his work in the gaming industry, Konstantin Vavilov has experience in education. He served as a teacher at ScreamSchool from 2011 to 2018, where he focused on concept art. Additionally, he was the curator of the Concept Art department at the same institution from 2013 to 2018, guiding students in developing their skills in visual storytelling and design.