Hi, I'm Nikolay Karapachov, a multidisciplinary designer and 3D artist based in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. I specialize in creating polished visual assets across 3D modelling, graphic design, and illustration for production and marketing. Over the years I have led teams at M+W Media Networks, coordinated projects to meet tight deadlines, and translated client concepts into tangible 3D assets. I enjoy collaborating with others and constantly expanding my toolkit with Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to deliver impactful results. When I'm not in the studio, I focus on mentoring teammates, refining workflows, and exploring new areas like CG character design and game-inspired visuals. I'm curious, proactive, and always eager to learn and share knowledge with clients and colleagues.

Nikolay Karapachov

Hi, I'm Nikolay Karapachov, a multidisciplinary designer and 3D artist based in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. I specialize in creating polished visual assets across 3D modelling, graphic design, and illustration for production and marketing. Over the years I have led teams at M+W Media Networks, coordinated projects to meet tight deadlines, and translated client concepts into tangible 3D assets. I enjoy collaborating with others and constantly expanding my toolkit with Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to deliver impactful results. When I'm not in the studio, I focus on mentoring teammates, refining workflows, and exploring new areas like CG character design and game-inspired visuals. I'm curious, proactive, and always eager to learn and share knowledge with clients and colleagues.

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Hi, I’m Nikolay Karapachov, a multidisciplinary designer and 3D artist based in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. I specialize in creating polished visual assets across 3D modelling, graphic design, and illustration for production and marketing. Over the years I have led teams at M+W Media Networks, coordinated projects to meet tight deadlines, and translated client concepts into tangible 3D assets. I enjoy collaborating with others and constantly expanding my toolkit with Blender, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to deliver impactful results.

When I’m not in the studio, I focus on mentoring teammates, refining workflows, and exploring new areas like CG character design and game-inspired visuals. I’m curious, proactive, and always eager to learn and share knowledge with clients and colleagues.

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Language

Bulgarian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

3D Artist at Fitting Box
July 1, 2025 - Present
Design and production of 3D assets for e-commerce and product visualization; ensure quality and deadlines; collaborate with team.
3D Designer at Bulmintone Company
April 1, 2024 - May 1, 2026
Design of coins and bars; translation of designs into a 3D model for production.
3D Artist at Media IT Services
May 1, 2021 - August 1, 2023
3D art and graphic design projects for Plovdiv-based clients.
Team Leader at M+W Media Networks
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021
Led a team of 100-300 in the Internet/Other sectors; organized tasks, ensured deadlines, conducted quality checks, and improved team efficiency.
Computer Operator at M+W Media Networks
June 1, 2007 - August 1, 2015
Pre-press, photo corrections, working with design, ensuring client expectations and deadlines were met.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing at Paisii Hilendarski University of Plovdiv
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2007

Qualifications

CG Character Design
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services