Костя

Kostya Baliuk 3D ANIMATOR
I am a 3D animator with extensive experience in game development and animated series
production for PC and mobile platforms. My core skil s include working with Unreal Engine
and Unity, allowing me to contribute to projects released on major platforms like PlayStation
and Steam. Over the years, I have honed my technical and creative abilities, effectively
solving challenges in fast-paced team environments and taking on additional
responsibilities. I am truly passionate about games and constantly strive to implement
innovative solutions, pushing the boundaries of animation and game design.

Portfolio
www.artstation.com
Work experience
Midnight game company / 3D animator 01/2024 - Current
CONTACT Develop and animate game projects for PC, mobile, and console platforms using
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) Unreal Engine and Unity
t.me/Kostya Create and optimize game mechanics, character animations, and visual effects,
ensuring high-quality final products
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Work closely with a multidisciplinary team (designers, programmers, artists) to
[open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section) implement innovative solutions and improve game processes
Implement automation tools for build and testing, reducing development time and
increasing project stability.
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SK LLS
3d animation
SayGames game company / 3D animator 06/2024 - 08/2024
of characters and object Replaced the in-house animator, quickly creating animation assets within tight
Riggin deadlines
Skinnin Developed character animations, integrated them into Unity, and refined existing
Retargetin
Game Engine Integratio characters to achieve the required quality
Video Productio Quickly adapted to work tasks and ensured the timely completion of the project.
Creating level
3d modeling
KARANDASH Animation Studio / 3D animator 07/2023 - 02/2024

Created animations for cartoon characters using a standardized pose library
TOOLS and pre-made facial assets to ensure a consistent visual style
3D May Developed animation sequences for dialogues, conveying character
Unreal Engin authenticity and style
Unit Implemented detailed animations for characters and interior elements, strictly
Movav adhering to the project's visual concept
A Closely collaborated with creative directors and the art team to optimize
3ds max workflows and enhance the final product's quality.

Freelance
/ 3D animator, Level Designer, 3D Modeller 03/2022 - 06/2023

Delivered game development projects by combining animation, 3D modeling,
and level design
Created short video clips with integrated animated scenes, showcasing
realistic 3D character behavior
Worked directly with clients, ensuring projects were completed on time and
met technical requirements.
SnoopGame game company / 3D animator 09/2021 - 04/2022

Created character animations, refining basic movements and expressions to

meet project requirements

Assisted in designing game levels by placing objects and environment

elements to enhance gameplay

Worked in a team, gaining initial hands-on experience in game development

and developing a fundamental understanding of game design.

Education

Master: Public Governance and Administration 09/2019 - 12/2020

Kharkiv Regional Institute of Public Administration of

the National Academy for Public Administratio

Bachelor: Computer Science 09/2015 - 07/2019

V.N.Karazin Kharkiv National University - Kharkiv

3d maya Course - Kharkiv 10/2018 - 10/2019

Houdini Intro course - VIA University College 12/2024

Languages

Ukrainian (Native

English (Intermediate

Russian