Ivaylo Koralski
Studio Manager, Kyodai
“Your Academy is a wonderful school because a team consists of 15-18 people, so these students had to overcome their egos and harness all their energy to work for creating this project.”
The Team
Lecturers, Experts, and the Academy Team
Our team shares a common mission — to prepare the next generation of creative professionals. Together, we strive to create an environment where talent, experience, and inspiration come together.
Industry Professionals
Leading experts from the creative industries support the Academy’s curriculum. They work closely with the team and lecturers, providing students with feedback and guidance throughout their final practical projects. Often taking on the role of mentors, they share their experience and insights as studio managers and art directors from some of the largest Bulgarian and international studios.
Tanko Shokerov
Studio Manager, Gameloft Sofia
“From the people I watched during the presentation, from the people I know who worked on the teams, most are definitely ready to work in Game industry.”
Georgi Dinchev
Studio Director, Creative Assembly Sofia
“The students at ARC, for the most part, are absolutely ready to start working in the studios.”
Borislav Bogdanov
Art Director, Snapshot Games
“The situations which we put the students in, especially in the development of their projects, are exactly the situations that they will find in their work in the studios.”
The Team
Milin Djalaliev
Co-founder
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Experience:
16 years in the field of advertising and branding, 10 of which as a Manager at the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi. Head of the Master’s program ‘Advertising and Brand Management,’ as well as the successfully failed ed-tech startup TheCamp.me.
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Motivation:
The energy of young people. He believes that energy generates energy.
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Interests:
All the clichés of good advertising: traveling often – physically and mentally, watching football with friends and helping people come together.
Anthony Christov
Co-founder
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Experience:
30 years in Hollywood, 18 of which as an Art Director for Pixar (Finding Nemo, Wall-e, The Incredibles 2 and many more) as well as 12 years teaching at AAU (Academy of Arts, University in San Francisco).
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Motivation:
“If I do a fraction for Bulgaria of what I and my colleagues in our long careers have done for Hollywood, I would feel accomplished.”
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Interests:
Loves: history, art, films, as well as many different kinds of sports.
Petya Grigorova
Director of Student Success
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Experience:
13 years in the advertising industry. The first Happiness Manager in Bulgaria. At Saatchi & Saatchi Sofia, she develops educational formats, internal initiatives and the happiness of the team. She successfully manages the internship program of Publicis Groupe Bulgaria, the formats Saatchi Circle, Taalks & Taalks, as well as the Master’s program in ‘Advertising and Brand Management.’
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Motivation:
Helping people find their path, grow and become successful.
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Interests:
Sports, traveling and discovering new things.
Mihaela Benova
Program Director
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Experience:
7 years in advertising, brand building, and creative industry projects. Inspired by people and driven by passion, persistence, and curiosity. Believes in teamwork, stepping out of the comfort zone, and sharing knowledge as the foundation of growth.
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Motivation:
Motivated by people — her team and those who benefit from her work — they are the true source of inspiration behind everything she does.
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Interests:
Photography, art and cinema. She loves literature and music. Equally enjoys sea, mountains and the city.
Eri Doycheva
Program coordinator
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Experience:
ARC Academy alumna and producer of the project ‘Yunache.’ 14 years of education in the creative field, focusing on fine and applied arts, fashion design and concept art. She has participated in various exhibitions and fashion shows.
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Motivation:
Personal growth through collaboration and project execution. Supporting future talents in the Gaming industry from the perspective of someone who has walked their path.
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Interests
Cosplay, video games, tarot cards, astrology and fashion.
Didi Bozhkova
Marketing Expert
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Experience:
She graduated with a degree in Media and Journalism from the University of National and World Economy, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Digital Marketing. She developed a passion for writing, which later extended to Digital Marketing. She completed the internship program ARC Horizon.
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Motivation:
To grow and improve in various fields, as well as to be surrounded by positive and motivated people.
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Interests:
Fashion, fitness, books and traveling.
Marina Ruskova
Vice Director of Administrative & Economic Activities
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Experience:
9 years in the field of education and international activities.
She has degrees in Business Administration and in International Relations. She has participated in the Nestle Start-up, Erasmus+ exchanges, international art projects and exhibitions. She has completed 2 Work & Travel programs in the USA.
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Motivation:
Helping young talents and artists to develop and to progress.
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Interests
Music, fitness, traveling, cooking and cinema.
Denitsa Georgieva
Project Manager
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Experience:
Holds degrees in ‘Business, Language and Culture’ and ‘International Relations,’ and a comprehensive Digital Marketing program. Experienced in working with both people and data, in the NGO sector, and in education.
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Motivation:
Curiosity about the world and the drive to create meaningful connections and projects. Believes in the power of shared knowledge.
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Interests:
Enjoys sunshine and good food.
Svetoslava Koleva
Administration specialist
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Experience:
Svetoslava studied Non-formal Education at Sofia University. She has experience as a software tester, as well as in administrative departments, directly involved in various organizational activities and documentation.
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Motivation:
Being a part of an organization that helps young people discover themselves and achieve professional success is truly inspiring.
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Interests:
Books, cinema and music, DIY projects, and cooking.
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The Academy
ARC Academy is where students gain valuable knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful career in the creative industries.
Student’s Games
Students graduate with a collaborative project — the creation of a video game. The process mirrors the workflow of an indie game studio, covering every stage from concept to final product.