Damian Damianov
About Damian Damianov
Damian Damianov is a Product Lead (Mobile) at Vela Games, with a diverse background in game design and production, including significant roles at Gameloft and NaturalMotion. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Screenwriting and a Master of Fine Arts in Film Production Management from the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts.
Current Role at Vela Games
Damian Damianov serves as the Product Lead (Mobile) at Vela Games, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland, he is responsible for overseeing mobile product development and strategy. His role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive product innovation.
Experience at Gameloft
Damian Damianov has extensive experience at Gameloft, where he held multiple roles over several years. He began as a Producer from 2005 to 2010, followed by a position as Studio Creative Director from 2010 to 2014 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He later served as Design Leadership from 2007 to 2010 and as a Creative & Product Leadership Consultant for four months in 2019 in Oxford, United Kingdom. He also worked as a Game Manager/Product Leader from 2019 to 2022.
Previous Experience at NaturalMotion
At NaturalMotion, Damian held two significant positions. He worked as Design Director from 2014 to 2016 and then as Creative Director from 2016 to 2019, both roles based in Oxford and London, United Kingdom, respectively. His responsibilities included leading design initiatives and overseeing creative direction for various projects.
Educational Background
Damian Damianov studied at the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Screenwriting from 2010 to 2012. He also achieved a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Film Production Management from the same institution, studying from 2003 to 2007. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in storytelling and production management.
Early Career at Nu Image/Millenium Films
Damian began his career at Nu Image/Millenium Films, where he worked as a Production Assistant and Assistant Director from 2004 to 2006. This role allowed him to gain valuable experience in film production and management, contributing to his later success in the gaming industry.