Hi, I’m Sophio Machavariani, a multidisciplinary artist based in Tbilisi, Georgia. I bridge concept and craft across animation, game design, and visual illustration, delivering engaging visuals for clients and teams. I thrive in collaborative environments, translating client ideas into polished assets while balancing artistic intent with production constraints.…

Sophio Machavariani

Hi, I’m Sophio Machavariani, a multidisciplinary artist based in Tbilisi, Georgia. I bridge concept and craft across animation, game design, and visual illustration, delivering engaging visuals for clients and teams. I thrive in collaborative environments, translating client ideas into polished assets while balancing artistic intent with production constraints.…

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Hi, I’m Sophio Machavariani, a multidisciplinary artist based in Tbilisi, Georgia. I bridge concept and craft across animation, game design, and visual illustration, delivering engaging visuals for clients and teams.
I thrive in collaborative environments, translating client ideas into polished assets while balancing artistic intent with production constraints.

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Language

English
Fluent
Georgian
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Russian
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Artist at Self-Employed
June 1, 2015 - Present
Completed freelance creative projects on a commission basis, primarily one-time collaborations. Learned to quickly understand and adapt to each client's specific needs from an early age.
VFX Animator at SmartSoft
October 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020
Responsible for creating VFX and asset animations in Spine, Moho, and After Effects, working directly with supervisors and art directors to deliver polished final products. Translated feedback into precise adjustments, balancing artistic intent with production needs and technical limitations.
Junior English Customer Service Representative at Paint Your Life
June 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021
Incoming and outgoing calls, email correspondence, and live chat support, consistently following company guidelines and delivering a high standard of customer service.
Senior English Customer Service Representative at Paint Your Life
June 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Acted as a support and extension of the team lead by overseeing work quality and driving consistent improvements across the team. Monitored individual progress, identified workflow challenges, and provided thoughtful, personalized guidance to address issues effectively. Took initiative in managing resources and operational tasks in the team lead's absence, fostering a productive and supportive team environment.
Call Center Supervisor at Paint Your Life
November 1, 2021 - March 31, 2022
Trained new call agents from the ground up, adapting coaching methods to individual personalities. Supervised their progress until they could handle calls confidently and independently, providing regular feedback to maintain high standards of quality and efficiency.
Technical Support Specialist at Star IT
March 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Managed inbound and outbound calls and email communications, keeping current with hardware and software updates to deliver informed, efficient support and resolve client questions.
Character and Environment Designer at Base 2
January 1, 2024 - October 31, 2024
Responsible for designing and refining both main and secondary game characters, including their movement and idle animations. Designed game levels, incorporating puzzles, obstacles, and points of interest, and iteratively adjusted elements based on feedback to enhance gameplay and player experience.
Illustrator at Girlz Wave
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Illustrated a fixed amount of anonymous letters submitted by survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and abuse—many of whom are minors—through individual illustrations, balancing the severity of experiences with subtlety to communicate emotionally and socially meaningful messages.
Tattoo Artist at Self-Employed
February 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Created unique one-of-a-kind designs and adapted them precisely to suit each client's skin and body anatomy, ensuring aesthetic impact and accurate placement.
VFX Animator
October 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Responsible for creating VFX and asset animations in Spine, Moho, and After Effects, working directly with supervisors and art directors to deliver polished final products. Translated feedback into precise adjustments, balancing artistic intent with production needs and technical limitations.
Senior Technical Support Specialist at Base 2
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Troubleshoot and diagnosed Linux operating system issues, resolving technical problems and identifying root causes through inbound and outbound calls, live chats, and email support.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Tbilisi State Academy of Arts
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2021

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Gaming

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