Dudek VFX
Info
Hello, I'm Kamila, a junior VFX artist with 1.5 years of experience in the industry. From my earliest days, the magic of filmmaking captivated me, sparking a lifelong passion for cinema and special effects. My journey into this dynamic world began at home and gained momentum during high school when I realized my calling to create films. With a keen interest in crafting captivating special effects, I've dedicated myself to pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.
My extensive background in the industry has only deepened my enthusiasm and drive to create remarkable cinematic works. Each project offers a fresh canvas for growth and learning, propelling me to continually innovate in the realm of visual effects. Eager to explore new experiences and embark on adventures that will further enrich my passion, I am committed to expanding my skills and contributing to the evolution of visual storytelling.
Practical skills:
Nuke
substitution of Nuke for tracking in scenes
Houdini
modelling, creation of effects including fluid and pyro, scene creation, animation, texturing, creating envirements
Blender
modeling, simulation
Adobe Photoshop
correction of photos and images, creating animations
Adobe After Effects
creating animations, assembling scenes, creating effects
Adobe Substance 3D Painter
texturing
Key Work Expirance:
March 2023 - March 2024
Junior VFX Generalist
Lumiere de Cinema in Warsaw, Poland
Projects I've worked on:
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'Strange Angles' (2025) – dir. Mariusz Palej, Mystery thriller
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'Kibic' (2025) – dir. Łukasz Palkowski, serial
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'Furia' (2024) – dir. Magnus Martens, action serial
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'Matylda' (2023-2024) – dir. Krzysztof Lang, historic serial
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'About the dog that traveled by train' (2023) [pol. „O psie, który jeździł koleją”] – dir. Magdalena Niec
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'Rafi' (2023) – dir. Bartosz Prokopowicz
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'Dewajtis' (2023 ) – dir. Filip Zylbe
September 2022 - March 2023
Junior VFX Generalist
Feature film studio (prev. The Audiovisual Technology Center) in Wrocław, Poland
Projects I've worked on:
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‘The peasants’ (2023) [pol. „Chłopi”] – dir. Dorota Kobiela, full-length painting animation
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‘In Side’ (2023) – dir. Anita Kwiatkowska-Naqvi, stop motion animation
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‘Great concern’ (2023) „Wielkie zmartwienie” – dir. Zbigniew Kotecki
July 2022 - August 2022
Intern in VFX department
Feature film studio (prev. The Audiovisual Technology Center) in Wrocław, Poland
Education:
September 2024 - Present
Manchester Metropolitan University
MA Animation (VFX Path)
September 2019 - June 2022
University of Derby
BA (Hons) CGI and VFX
September 2016 - May 2019
High School NR IV in Wrocław; Poland
September 2013 - June 2016
Middle School in Szklarska Poręba, Poland
Volunteering and courses:
Rebelway Course: Introduction to Houdini FX
February 2024 - April 2024
Improvement of FX skills in Houdini and a deeper understanding of the interactions within the application
Course Introduction to Houdini with Albert Szostkewicz
October 2023 - Decembert 2023
Development of knowledge about Houdini gained in studies, summary of knowledge about VOPs and VEX
Winning the IdeaOn competition
December 2021
Creating volunteer work using the Design Thinking method, dealing with problems of non-profit organizations. It taught me how to create innovative solutions and how to deal with problems on a large scale.
„Dolnośląskie Film Centre” Directing Course; experience working with directors or graphic designers on a project, being a "film producer", organising people, and planning time
July - August 2018
„Dolnośląskie Film Centre” Directing Course; experience working with directors or graphic designers on a project, being a "film producer", organising people, and planning time
„Destination Imagination Olympiad of Creativity”; gaining experience in teamwork and a creative approach to problem-solving
October 2017 – May 2018
„Listening to the Suburbs” community volunteering; experience of working with people, collecting materials and interviews, and the creation of an exhibition presenting the inhabitants of our town
October 2017- February 2018
„WrOpen Up” education project, course group work and presenting in front of people; a project teaching teamwork and leadership skills, making presentations and also performing in front of a large gathering of people, organising a diversity festival
October 2016- April 2017
„Audio-visual technology center” volunteering on directors’ meetings; work in organising meetings with directors, acquiring theoretical knowledge, and working with people
April 2016
„Junior Rangers” national parks’ protection volunteering; acquiring the ability to work in a team, developing the ability to create and creative approach to the subject, spreading the idea of caring about the nature parks and living with nature
August 2015
„Bieg Piastów” volunteering at the marathon; experience in organising a large cultural-sport event
January 2015 - February 2015
