Yaraslau Melnik
Resource/Art Manager
Nicosia
Summary
Experienced Resource & Art Manager with 7+ years in AAA game development. Led cross-functional teams across 3D, level art, VFX, animation, and tech art. Skilled in hiring, team structure, production workflows, and AI integration. Focused on team growth, delivery efficiency, and creative coordination in live project environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Resource/Art Manager
Wargaming
12.2021 - Current
- Joined during a major restructuring and rebuilt the art team from 25 to over 40 specialists across 3D environment, level art, tech art, VFX, and animation.
- Managed full-cycle hiring and team organization in close collaboration with discipline leads.
- Oversaw five cross-functional teams, delivering content for a AAA project. Helped launch and integrate an external outstaff studio into our pipeline.
- Led AI tool adoption in production, including testing, integration, and development of an internal documentation assistant. Also contributed to company-wide AI evaluations.
- Created internal guidelines, revised career levels, and maintained shared knowledge resources. Initiated team-building efforts, including a daily English club, workshops (ZBrush, Houdini, Substance Designer), and office culture improvements.
3d Artist
Wargaming
05.2017 - 12.2021
- Worked as a 3D artist on a live AAA multiplayer project, focusing on high-fidelity models of tanks, and other foreground assets. I was responsible for creating visually consistent, technically optimized models used in gameplay and cinematic content, often under tight deadlines and shifting requirements.
- Collaboration with designers, animators, and tech artists was a core part of the role, ensuring all assets met visual targets, and integrated smoothly into the engine. I regularly participated in asset reviews and feedback loops to maintain quality across updates and events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Power Engineering
Belarusian State Technical University
Minsk 04.2001 -
Skills
Leadership and Team Management
Timeline
Resource/Art Manager
Wargaming
12.2021 - Current
3d Artist
Wargaming
05.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Power Engineering
Belarusian State Technical University
04.2001 -
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