After two highly successful editions, GREATIVITY is back — bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever. Join the leading gathering of artists and creative professionals from the worlds of computer graphics, animation, visual effects, film production, and gaming. In its third edition, GREATIVITY takes innovation to the next level, guiding you through the entire creative journey — from concept and vision to execution and final result. Discover cutting-edge technologies, gain invaluable insights from industry pioneers, and immerse yourself in an environment designed to unlock your full creative potential.
Join us now and become a part of this unparalleled experience in the realm of video production. Explore our program and secure your spot today!
Join us now and become a part of this unparalleled experience in the realm of video production. Explore our program and secure your spot today!
"The Venue" Incubator, Sofia Tech Park
GREATIVITY 2026 brings together an inspiring group of artists, filmmakers, technologists, and creative innovators working across visual effects, game development, AI, sound design, cinematography, and contemporary art.
Among the speakers are Veso Mihaylov, 3D artist at Chaos specializing in rendering and visual development, and Maya Harrigan, audio producer and composer exploring the emotional power of sound in modern media. Game development will be represented by Ognian Bonev, a Lead Environment Artist with over 20 years of experience working on major franchises such as Star Wars, Halo, DOOM, and Call of Duty. The intersection of technology and cultural heritage will be presented by Prof. Dr. Georgi Hristov from the University of Ruse and Martin Kostov, co-founder of Tornado Studios, working with photorealistic 3D reconstructions, VR and AR experiences.
International cinematography will be represented by award-winning Australian cinematographer Caleb Ware, while Emil Yordanov, director and co-founder of MAGESNIK Studio, will explore the relationship between performance and motion capture. From the world of visual effects, Hristo Velev, co-founder of Bottleship VFX, will share insights from nearly two decades in the global VFX industry. The creative potential of AI will be explored by Aleksandar Sokerov, visual artist and Blender creator, and Tihomir Banov, software engineer and AI specialist. Storytelling and directing will be presented by Nikolay Kolev, screenwriter of 11A and 12A, and award-winning director Christian Elliott, whose work has reached billions of viewers worldwide. Creative technology and immersive visuals will also be explored by Strahil Jordanov (MP Studio), while Martina Yordanova, curator at the National Gallery and curator of the Bulgarian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale 2026, will share insights into contemporary curatorial practice. Finally, filmmaker and BUBU Studio co-founder Peter KP will talk about storytelling and the evolving world of post-production.
Welcome to the heart of competition at "GREATIVITY". Get ready to showcase your creative brilliance and innovation in an environment designed to inspire and challenge. This industry involves loads of teamwork, which is why our competition is all about working in teams. Remember to officially register your team.
Here's what you can anticipate:
Join the Competition: Gather your team, harness the power of AI and CG, hone your skills, and prepare for an artistic showdown. Register now and embark on this exciting journey. Each team must have a minimum participation of two people and a maximum of five. Each team must have a name and a logo.
Team registration is open until March 11 at 18:00.
Please note that teams registering after the theme announcement will participate without a mentor, as all mentors have already been assigned.
Attendance is free, but registration is required due to limited capacity. Secure your spot and join us for a day of talks, discussions, and creative exchange.
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