- Animation
- Film Production
- Advertising
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Vesela Dancheva-Bogdanova serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Cinema, Advertising and Show Business at New Bulgarian University. An acclaimed animated film director and producer, her internationally recognized work has screened at over 90 festivals worldwide, earning multiple awards including the Bulgarian Film Academy's Best Animated Film honor for both 'Anna Blume' (2009) and 'Traveling Country' (2016). Her educational background includes: Cum Laude graduation from Willem de Kooning Art Academy, Rotterdam Animation specialization at School of Visual Arts, New York Master of Arts from National Academy of Arts in Sofia (2018) Dancheva-Bogdanova's research integrates experimental animation techniques with social commentary and literary adaptation. Her creative practice explores human relationships, political structures, and abstract concepts through innovative visual storytelling, bridging commercial advertising and artistic expression in contemporary animation. Her 15-year filmography reveals evolving technical mastery and thematic depth, with recent works like 'Trace' (2022) demonstrating sophisticated digital techniques while maintaining focus on societal critique. The body of work consistently engages with feminist perspectives, environmental issues, and cultural identity through both narrative and abstract forms. Key scientific recognition includes: Best Animated Film of 2009 (Bulgarian Film Academy) Best Animated Film of 2016 (Bulgarian Film Academy) As co-founder of Kompot Kolektiv production company, she leads international co-productions supported by entities like Robert Bosch Fund and Bulgarian National Film Center. Her academic contributions include developing the 'Animation in Advertising' curriculum while serving on juries for prestigious animation festivals. Professional leadership extends through membership in the Animation Guild of the Bulgarian Film Directors Association and representation of Bulgaria in the European Animation Association (EAA).










