Mykhailo Datsyk is a seasoned technical leader and CTO with over 12 years in VFX, CG research, and pipeline engineering, currently leading Mana Studio after stints heading CG video units at Plarium and Room 8 Studio. He combines hands-on Houdini and Maya TD expertise with software skills in Python and C++, designing studio-wide pipelines and data stores that supported feature films and cinematic trailers with multiple VES nominations. With a background as a VFX Supervisor and Technical Director on productions listed on IMDB, he excels at scaling creative teams—having managed groups of 40+—and supervising on-set to bridge production and technology. His research focus on image rendering and graphics data storage informs pragmatic tooling that speeds iteration in high-pressure production environments. Based in Warsaw and educated in computer science at Kharkiv National University of Radioelectronics, he brings a rare blend of academic rigour and film-set practicality. An interesting detail: he progressed from CG artist roles on independent films to leading multi-studio technology units, reflecting both deep craft knowledge and strategic productization of visual effects workflows.
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Mykhailo Datsyk - Chief Technology Officer at Mana Studio