Maksym Bondarchuk
Unreal Engine Technical Artist | Cinematic Designer |
Virtual Production Storyteller
About Me
I have always been driven by a passion for storytelling, technology, and immersive experiences. From the early days of playing MediEvil and Resident Evil 2 on the PS1, I was captivated by the way video games could blend cinematic storytelling with interactivity, creating something truly unique.
My journey led me to explore both film and game development, two worlds that I believe are deeply connected. I pursued a degree in Production and Audiovisual Arts and later a Master’s in Film Directing, where I refined my skills in cinematography, composition, and narrative design. While my academic background gave me a strong foundation in visual storytelling, my passion for video games pushed me to explore how cinematics can enhance interactive experiences.
At Digital Bros Game Academy, I deepened my understanding of game design and narrative structure, learning how to integrate cinematic principles into interactive media. This fusion of disciplines became the core of my creative approach: crafting real-time cinematic sequences that elevate storytelling in games.
Today, I work as a Cinematic Designer and Unreal Engine Specialist, focusing on:
🎬 Directing and designing real-time cutscenes, in-game cinematics, and interactive sequences.
🎥 Advanced camera work, framing, and composition for immersive storytelling.
🖥️ Unreal Engine expertise: Niagara VFX, Blueprints, real-time material creation.
📽️ Lighting, rendering, and motion capture integration.
In addition to my industry work, I am also an Instructor at NABA, where I teach Multimedia Design, Virtual Production, and Cinematic Animation in Unreal Engine. My goal is to mentor the next generation of artists and designers, helping them master the tools and techniques needed to create powerful visual narratives.
I strongly believe that gaming is the next evolution of cinematic storytelling. Through my work, I strive to push creative and technical boundaries, creating digital experiences that resonate emotionally and visually with players worldwide.
🚀 Let’s craft the future of interactive storytelling together.