I am an experienced Image Science Engineer with extensive expertise in image quality analysis, camera development, and image processing. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with advanced digital imaging technologies, conducting both laboratory and field experiments. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in image quality testing, algorithm development, and cross-functional collaboration. I am a creative and ambitious professional with strong communication and teamwork skills, adaptable to varying work hours and environments. I enjoy contributing innovative ideas and solutions and am dedicated to continuous self-development. In addition to my technical skills, I have a strong interest in travel and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm.

Tatyana Ilieva (Gancheva) Apostolova

I am an experienced Image Science Engineer with extensive expertise in image quality analysis, camera development, and image processing. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with advanced digital imaging technologies, conducting both laboratory and field experiments. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in image quality testing, algorithm development, and cross-functional collaboration. I am a creative and ambitious professional with strong communication and teamwork skills, adaptable to varying work hours and environments. I enjoy contributing innovative ideas and solutions and am dedicated to continuous self-development. In addition to my technical skills, I have a strong interest in travel and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm.

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I am an experienced Image Science Engineer with extensive expertise in image quality analysis, camera development, and image processing. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with advanced digital imaging technologies, conducting both laboratory and field experiments. I am passionate about leveraging my skills in image quality testing, algorithm development, and cross-functional collaboration.

I am a creative and ambitious professional with strong communication and teamwork skills, adaptable to varying work hours and environments. I enjoy contributing innovative ideas and solutions and am dedicated to continuous self-development. In addition to my technical skills, I have a strong interest in travel and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm.

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Work Experience

Image Science Engineer at ARRI Munich
January 31, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Conducted extensive image quality analysis and testing for cinematographic cameras. Managed colour management of cameras and computation of image quality metrics. Designed and executed parameter-based rendering transforms and MATLAB code development. Performed colorimetric display measurements and computational colour science. Contributed to the development and testing of image processing algorithms. Gained practical experience with neural networks, AI, and machine learning algorithms. Designed test methodologies and conducted subjective and objective image quality tests. Filed bugs, created reports, and presented results on image quality development.
Master Thesis Intern Color Science at FOGRA Institute of Research Munich
July 31, 2019 - September 1, 2025
Developed a colour-accurate soft proof for 3D objects using Polyjet and Multijet fusion processes. Conducted experiments and analyzed results to improve 3D printing colour accuracy.
Summer Internship Color Science at FOGRA Institute of Research Munich
August 31, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Collaborated with motivated team to acquire knowledge of leading research institutes in the printing industry. Conducted experiments and gained ISO-based certification experience.
Documentary Photographer at Geneva International Model United Nations
March 10, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Worked alongside the Media Press team to deliver a large number of images each day during the event.
Event management and organiser team member at Signal and Noise exhibition London Gallery West Project Space
January 31, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Supported exhibition management and team organisation from November 2016 till January 2017.
Exhibition management team member at ILLUMINE exhibition West Gallery, UoW, London, UK
December 31, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Contributed to exhibition management in December 2015.
Photographer assistant at Freelance Photographers and student group projects London, UK
December 31, 2019 - September 1, 2025
Assisted photography projects during studies alongside professionals and students.
Image Designer at Independent projects for advertising, prints and promoting, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
December 31, 2012 - September 1, 2025
Created images and design content for advertising and print campaigns.
Image Science Engineer at ARRI Munich, Germany
January 31, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Conducted extensive image quality analysis and testing for cinematographic cameras. Managed colour management of cameras and computation of image quality metrics. Designed and executed parameter-based rendering transforms and MATLAB code development. Performed colorimetric display measurements and computational colour science. Contributed to the development and testing of image processing algorithms. Gained practical experience with neural networks, AI, and machine learning algorithms. Designed test methodologies and conducted subjective and objective image quality tests. Filed bugs, created reports, and presented results on image quality development.
Colour Science Master Thesis Intern at FOGRA Institute of Research Munich, Germany
July 1, 2019 - September 1, 2025
Developed a colour-accurate soft proof for 3D objects using Polyjet and Multijet fusion processes. Conducted experiments and analysed results to improve 3D printing colour accuracy.
Colour Science Summer Internship at FOGRA Institute of Research Munich, Germany
April 30, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Collaborated with a motivated team to acquire knowledge of leading research institutes in the printing industry. Conducted experiments and gained ISO-based certification experience.
Documentary Photographer at Geneva International Model, United Nations Geneva, Swaziland
March 10, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Worked alongside the media press team to deliver a large number of images daily during the event.
Event Management and Organiser Team Member at Signal and Noise exhibition, London Gallery West Project Space
January 31, 2017 - September 1, 2025
Managed event and organised team members for the exhibition running from November 2016 to January 2017.
Exhibition Management Team Member at ILLUMINE Exhibition, West Gallery, University of Westminster, London, UK
December 31, 2015 - September 1, 2025
Participated in exhibition management in December 2015.
Photographer Assistant at Freelance Photographers and Student Group Projects, London, UK
January 1, 2019 - September 1, 2025
Assisted photographers and collaborated on various freelance and student group photography projects.
Image Designer at Independent Projects for Advertising, Prints and Promoting, Plovdiv, Bulgaria
January 1, 2012 - September 1, 2025
Designed images for advertising, prints, and promotional materials.

Education

MSc Color in Science and Industry (COSI) at Erasmus+ programme Europe (France, Spain, Finland, Germany)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2019
BSc Photography and Digital Imaging Technologies (PDIT) at University of Westminster, Harrow campus, London, UK
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Printing technologies course at Idea Store Library, Shadwell learning Centre, London, UK
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Polygraphs course [printing technologies, design and production] at Technical University Sofia, PLOVDIV campus
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
High school with intensive learning of English language, MATHS and Physics science course at Paisii Hilendarski high school, Plovdiv
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
MSc Color in Science and Industry (COSI) Master Degree at Erasmus+ programme Europe (France, Spain, Finland and Germany)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
BSc Photography and Digital Imaging Technologies (PDIT) at University of Westminster, Harrow campus, London, UK
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Printing technologies course at Idea Store Library, Shadwell Learning Centre, London, UK
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Polygraphs course [printing technologies, design and production] at Technical University Sofia, PLOVDIV campus
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
High school intensive learning in English language, Maths and Physics at Paisii Hilendarski High School, Plovdiv
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

Imaging Science Award (APPLE award for great results in imaging science course)
January 1, 2017 - September 1, 2025
National Scholarship from University of Westminster
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
J. Park / Apple gift award
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
EMJMD Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services