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Vadym Kalinkin
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Kyiv, Ukraine [open contact info](look above in the "contact info" section)

TECHNICAL WRITER | GAMEDEV & IT
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DOCUMENTATION

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Technical Writer and Technical Artist with over 9 years of experience in IT and game development. Skilled
in translating complex software architecture, graphics production workflows, and technical concepts into
clear, structured, and scalable technical documentation. Proven track record of building internal
knowledge bases, standardization guidelines, JSON structures, and competency matrices. Effective in
bridging communication gaps between software developers, artists, QA, and product management.

CORE COMPETENCIES & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Technical Writing & Documentation Frameworks & Standardization
Knowledge Base (Confluence), Standard Operating Competency Matrices, Skill Grade Frameworks,
Procedures (SOPs), UI/Layout Guides, Process Mapping, Onboarding & Training Guides, Workflow Automation
Technical Editing. Specifications.

Data Structuring & Formats Tools & Collaboration
JSON Configuration Schemes, API/Data Structures, Git, Jira / Confluence, Adobe Photoshop, Spine, Adobe
Metadata Management, Spreadsheets (Excel/Google Animate, Cross-Functional Team Alignment.
Sheets).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Technical Writer / Technical Artist — Sigma Software Group Sep 2017 – Present
Kyiv, Ukraine
Knowledge Base Architecture: Authored and maintained technical documentation, standard operating procedures
(SOPs), and guidelines for the corporate Competence Center.
Competency Frameworks: Co-designed the Skill Grade Matrix and job descriptions for Technical Artists,
establishing clear expectations and career progression paths across Junior, Middle, and Senior levels.
Standardization & Guidelines: Created and implemented UI Layout Guides, font system standards, and asset
integration rules across multiple live projects.
Workflow Optimization: Authored process automation specifications and animation-sharing guides, eliminating
redundant efforts between internal teams and external partners.

COMPETENCY MATRIX UI LAYOUT STANDARDS KNOWLEDGE BASE
Co-designed department-wide career Created guidelines adopted across Built & maintained core TechArt
grade matrix multiple live projects Competency repository

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED)

Technical Writer / Technical Artist — Sigma Software Group Sep 2017 – Present

Onboarding & Workshops: Developed educational materials and conducted internal technical workshops on
graphics optimization, font systems, and asset pipelines; mentored interns into mid-level positions.
Cross-Functional Communication: Served as the key technical liaison between software developers, artists, QA
teams, and producers to resolve workflow bottlenecks.

Technical Content Integrator / Technical Artist — EvoPlay Aug 2015 – Sep 2017
Kyiv, Ukraine
Data Structuring & Integration: Designed and maintained JSON configuration files for sound list integration and
complex asset pipelines.
Multi-Resolution Specifications: Documented and implemented responsive layout systems for diverse screen
resolutions across devices.
Cross-Team Handoffs: Cataloged technical audio assets and spreadsheet schemas in Excel, establishing
seamless handoff standards to QA and software development teams.

Technical Documentation & Audio Integrator — CloneFish Jan 2014 – Apr 2015
Kyiv, Ukraine
Authored JSON data structures to enable dynamic audio functionality and user interface feedback logic.
Structured and maintained technical asset documentation in spreadsheets to streamline quality assurance
testing.

Content Manager & Technical Copywriter — Klaster.ua Sep 2013 – Jan 2014
Kyiv, Ukraine
Administered product catalog structure, managing metadata, visual assets, and platform formatting compliance.
Authored SEO-optimized technical product descriptions and user documentation according to strict style
guidelines.

EDUCATION & BACKGROUND

Specialist Degree in Machining Technology / Machine Operator
Sumy State University (SumDU) | 2002 – 2006
Strong technical foundation in engineering principles, precise machining processes, and structural documentation.

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