Mykola Yakymenko

3D/2D Graphics Expert | Unity3D Specialist | Team Manager

Izmail, UA.

About

Highly accomplished 3D/2D Graphics expert specializing in low/mid-poly and stylized mobile game development with Unity3D. Proven leader and team manager, adept at establishing art pipelines and driving projects from concept to implementation across diverse game genres. Leveraging AI experience, I am seeking impactful 3D mobile game projects where I can contribute to innovative visual experiences and strategic team success.

Work

Visual 360

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Speaker

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Summary

Led engaging online lessons for small groups, guiding students through casual mobile game graphics and development principles.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive online lessons to small groups, instructing on casual mobile game graphics and design principles.

Provided detailed feedback and constructive critiques on homework assignments, fostering student skill development and understanding.

Mentored students in mobile game development, imparting essential skills in client analysis, collaborative teamwork, and strategic career planning.

FRMN STCH Game Studio

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3D Art Lead

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Summary

Spearheaded 3D art development for mobile projects, overseeing concept design, asset pipelines, and team management across diverse game genres.

Highlights

Designed and refined comprehensive game concepts from initial project pitches, ensuring alignment with artistic vision and market trends.

Developed and optimized efficient asset production pipelines, enhancing workflow and delivery for art teams.

Created and integrated unique low/mid-poly 3D assets for mobile games using Maya/Blender, optimizing performance within Unity3D.

Engineered dynamic visual effects (VFX) within Unity, utilizing custom materials to enhance gameplay immersion and aesthetic quality.

Collaborated effectively with 7+ major game publishers, including Voodoo, Kwalee, and Homa Games, to align art direction with market demands and publishing strategies.

Managed and mentored small art teams of 2-4 professionals, fostering skill development and ensuring timely project delivery.

Quest Room

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Administrator, Game Master

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Summary

Administered and hosted immersive quest room experiences, contributing to game scenario development and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Administered and hosted over 100 interactive game sessions, engaging groups of 1-6 players for 60-90 minutes per session.

Contributed to the creative development and rigorous testing of new game scenarios, enhancing player experience and variety.

Managed daily accounting tasks and maintained website administration, ensuring smooth operational flow and accurate record-keeping.

Education

Odessa National Polytechnic University

Odessa, , Ukraine
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Master's Degree Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Grade:

Languages

Ukrainian

English

Skills

3D Tools

Blender, Maya, Unity3D.

2D Tools

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Affinity.

Game Development & Art

3D Mobile Games, 2D Graphics, Low-Poly Graphics, Mid-Poly Graphics, Stylized Graphics, Casual Game Graphics, Hyper-casual Games, Mid-core Games, Strategy Games, Shooter Games, Game Concept Design, Asset Production Pipelines, UI/UX Design, VFX Development, Custom Materials, Humanoid Animation, Generic Animation, Original Game Ideas, Visual Art Solutions.

Project & Team Management

Team Leadership, Project Management, Client Analysis, Team Collaboration, Career Strategy, Rapid Prototyping, Iterative Development, Market Analysis, User Metrics Analysis.

Emerging Technologies

AI Experienced User.

Interests

Music Production & Performance

Professional Musician, Singer, Band Member (Anti Communist Gay Club), Game Soundtrack Contribution (S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2).

Behavioral Analysis

Profiling, User Behavior Analysis.

Projects

Local Landmark 3D Modeling Project

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Summary

Developed detailed 3D models of local landmarks for a classmate's academic thesis, contributing to a project focused on local culture.