AnsweRED Podcast Episode 18 — Celebrating 10 years of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt @CDPROJEKTRED

CD PROJEKT RED In our special The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt 10th anniversary episode of AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by Marcin Iwiński, co-founder of CD PROJEKT RED and Adam Badowski, Joint CEO and long-time creative force behind our games.

On a sentimental journey back to the Continent, they discuss the most challenging aspects of production, how The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt inspired future projects, the make-or-break moments, what makes Adam and Marcin proud 10 years after the premiere, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise.We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES
0:00-1:18 Intro and guest introduction
1:19-8:10 Ambitions that led to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
8:11-10:30 Folklorish legacy in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
10:31-16:41 Make-or-break moments during the production process
16:42-19:55 The magic of side quests
19:56-36:28 Biggest challenges during production
36:29-41:26 The game where you can stay forever
41:27-47:18 First feeling after the launch of the game
47:19-51:14 Guests’ favorite aspects of the game
51:15-59:33 How did The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt inspire future projects?
59:34-1:02:49 What makes Adam and Marcin proud after 10 years?
1:02:50-1:05:06 Recruitment advice from the guests
1:05:07-1:06:10 Outro

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AnsweRED Podcast Episode 18 — Celebrating 10 years of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-05-29 | In our special The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt 10th anniversary episode of AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by Marcin Iwiński, co-founder of CD PROJEKT RED and Adam Badowski, Joint CEO and long-time creative force behind our games.

On a sentimental journey back to the Continent, they discuss the most challenging aspects of production, how The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt inspired future projects, the make-or-break moments, what makes Adam and Marcin proud 10 years after the premiere, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise.We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES
0:00-1:18 Intro and guest introduction
1:19-8:10 Ambitions that led to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
8:11-10:30 Folklorish legacy in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
10:31-16:41 Make-or-break moments during the production process
16:42-19:55 The magic of side quests
19:56-36:28 Biggest challenges during production
36:29-41:26 The game where you can stay forever
41:27-47:18 First feeling after the launch of the game
47:19-51:14 Guests’ favorite aspects of the game
51:15-59:33 How did The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt inspire future projects?
59:34-1:02:49 What makes Adam and Marcin proud after 10 years?
1:02:50-1:05:06 Recruitment advice from the guests
1:05:07-1:06:10 Outro

Animating Creativity: Alike’, Blender, and Teaching the Future | AnsweRED Podcast

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AnsweRED Podcast Episode 20 — Animating Creativity: Alike, Blender, and Teaching the Future

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-07-24 | In the 20th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts, Paweł Burza and Sebastian Kalemba are joined by Daniel Martínez Lara, Director of Pepe School Land, a unique animation school based in Barcelona.They talk about the power of small-scale teaching, the importance of creative freedom, and how designing tools with artists in mind can reshape entire workflows. Dive deep into the future of 3D animation, Pepe School Land’s origins, advice for aspiring animators and many more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise.We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.
The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES
0:00-6:44 Intro and guest introduction
6:45-11:59 The very beginning of Daniel’s interests
12:00-35:15 Pepe School Land’s origins and current program
35:16-40:28 The future of 3D animation
40:29-44:52 Advices for aspiring animators
44:53-46:33 Daniel’s inspirations
46:34-47:18 Outro

Crafting Worlds and Spectacles: Art, VFX, and the Future of Film #4 | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

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Crafting Worlds and Spectacles: Art, VFX, and the Future of Film #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

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AnsweRED Podcast Episode 19 — Crafting Worlds and Spectacles: Art, VFX, and the Future of Film

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-06-26 | In the 19th episode of AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by Alyssa Zarate, Art Director & Environment Supervisor, and Albert Szostkiewicz, VFX Supervisor. They talked about the craft, creativity, and complexity behind visual effects — both in games and film.

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise.We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.
The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES
0:00-4:52 Intro and guest introduction
4:53-12:11 Passion that led to the other side of the world
12:12-17:50 Using VFX in game and film industries
17:51-27:37 Old-fashioned filmmaking in the modern world
27:38-41:09 The dangers of rushing the creative process
41:10-59:48 Guest advice for viewers
59:49-1:00:24 Outro

Celebrating 10 years of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt #2 // AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

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Celebrating 10 years of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt #1 // AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-06-12 | Watch Episode 18 of the AnsweRED Podcast!

This time, our guests are our Joint CEO Adam Badowski as well as company co-founder and Supervisory Board member Marcin Iwiński.

Find the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast18

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast18

Art Direction for Baldurs Gate 3 and Batman #2 / AnsweRED Podcast #shorts #AnsweRED #podcast #art

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-05-26 | Watch the 17th episode of AnsweRED Podcast with Émilie Beauchamp, Associate Art Director at WB Games Montréal and Alena Dubrovina, Art Director at Larian Studios.

Find the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast17

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast17

Art Direction for Baldurs Gate 3 and Batman | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-05-15 | Episode 17 of AnsweRED Podcast is live!

Meet our amazing guests: Émilie Beauchamp, Associate Art Director at WB Games Montréal and Alena Dubrovina, Art Director at Larian Studios.

Find the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast17

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast17

AnsweRED Podcast Episode 17 — Art Direction in Baldurs Gate 3 & Batman

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-04-24 | In the 17th episode of AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts, Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, are joined by Alena Dubrovina, Art Director at Larian Studios and Émilie Beauchamp, Associate Art Director at WB Games Montréal. Not only did we hear about their professional experience working on projects like Baldur's Gate 3 or Gotham Knights, but also about the role of an Art Director in the game dev industry.

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED's format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives' insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise.We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints. The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES:
0:00 - 1:34 Intro and guest introduction
1:35 - 16:20 How to set the vision while working on a well-known IP
16:21 - 29:50 Rules and boundaries of being an Art Director
29:51 - 37:14 Establishing communication with the teams
37:15 - 52:26 Advice for junior artists from Art Directors
52:27 - 53:02 Outro

Scanning rocks in the Table Mountains? Nothing unusual for our teams | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-04-17 | Watch the 16th episode of our podcast featuring Environment Art Director, Michał Janiszewski and Engineering Production Manager, Jan Hermanowicz as they reveal the foundations of world-building — and much more!

Find the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast16

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast16

#insideRED #AnsweRED #AnsweREDPodcast #CDPR

From Worldbuilding to Immersion: Crafting Universes in Games | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-04-10 | “It is important for us, for the players, to get the world as believable as possible.” 🎮

Watch the 16th episode of AnsweRED Podcast and meet our amazing guests: Environment Art Director, Michał Janiszewski and Engineering Production Manager, Jan Hermanowicz. Join them to find out what it really takes to create immersive, believable game worlds.

Tune in to the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast16

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast16

#insideRED #AnsweRED #AnsweREDPodcast #CDPR

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 16: From Worldbuilding to Immersion: Crafting Universes in Games

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-03-27 | In the 16th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by our Environment Art Director, Michał Janiszewski and Engineering Production Manager (Acting), Jan Hermanowicz.

In this episode, we dive into the foundations of worldbuilding, environmental storytelling, balancing vision and reality, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED's format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives' insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES

0:00 - 1:55 Intro and guest introduction
1:56 - 5:31 What are the foundations of worldbuilding?
5:32 - 15:25 First steps in designing a world
15:26 - 19:19 From architecture to nature - multitasking reality
19:20 - 22:04 Switching between medieval and futuristic cities
22:05 - 32:15 Creating something new or reusing old projects
32:16 - 36:18 Environmental storytelling
36:19 - 44:23 Is building an environment in an open world game harder than in a linear one?
44:24 - 50:24 Balancing vision and reality
50:25 - 58:09 Tiny things that make a world real
57:10 - 1:00:56 Q&A Session
1:00:57 - 1:01:05 Outro

Crafting Emotions with Platige for The Witcher 4 Reveal Trailer #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-03-20 | What connects The Witcher 4 trailer and Polish painter Józef Chełmoński? 🎨

Tune in to the 15th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast to find out, featuring guests from Platige Image — Producer Magdalena Rudnicka and Writer/Director Tomek Suwalski — and hosted by Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza.

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast15
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast15

#insideRED #AnsweRED #AnsweREDpodcast #CDPR

Crafting Emotions with Platige for The Witcher 4 Reveal Trailer | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-03-13 | “She moves like she was raised by wolves in Kaer Morhen.” 🐺

Watch the 15th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast and meet our amazing guests from the Platige Image — Producer Magdalena Rudnicka and Writer/Director Tomek Suwalski — who worked with us on the Cinematic Reveal Trailer for The Witcher 4.

Tune in to the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast15

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast15

Turn up the volume and enjoy!

#insideRED #AnsweRED #AnsweREDPodcast #CDPR

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 15: Crafting Emotions with Platige for The Witcher 4 Reveal Trailer

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-02-27 | The 15th episode of AnsweRED Podcast is dedicated to the collaboration between CDPR and Platige Image on the making of The Witcher 4 trailer. Our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by guests from Platige — Producer Magdalena Rudnicka and Writer/Director Tomek Suwalski.

In this episode, we dive into the inspiration behind The Witcher 4 trailer, how the collaboration between the studios worked, our guests’ favorite moments, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

0:00-2:23 Intro and guest introduction
2:24-7:34 Collaboration between CDPR and Platige Image // Closing collaboration circle between the studios
7:35-19:19 What was the inspiration and approach to creating the Witcher 4 trailer?
19:20-35:15 Production perspective on Ciri confronting her fears
35:16-43:06 How did the Bauk become the Bauk?
43:07-49:14 Happy accidents
49:15-1:02:50 Unreal Engine, the third partner of creating The Witcher 4 trailer
1:02:51-1:08:16 Favorite moments from The Witcher 4 trailer’s production and release
1:08:17-1:10:34 Q&A Session
1:10:35-1:10:49 Outro

Game Production: Insights from The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk Producers #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-02-13 | “I’ve heard someone was saying that we are also the glue for the project, making sure that everything works — or oil for the machine.” ⚙️

Watch the 14th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, featuring our Acting Lead Producer Anna Kalinowska and our VP and Executive Producer Małgorzata Mitręga, to dive deep into the world of game production!

🎧YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast14

🎧Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast14

Game Production: Insights from The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk Producers | AnsweRED Podcast #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-02-07 | Watch the 14th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, featuring Acting Lead Producer Anna Kalinowska and our VP and Executive Producer Gosia Mitręga.

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast14

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast14

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 14: Game Production: Insights from The Witcher 4 and Cyberpunk Producers

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-23 | Dive into the latest episode of the AnsweRED Podcast!

In the 14th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza are joined by our experts Anna Kalinowska, Acting Lead Producer and Małgorzata Mitręga, VP and Executive Producer.

In this episode, we dive into the reality of being a producer in the game dev industry. Discover how to control the chaos and not kill creativity, the production stages of a game and how to jump between them as a producer, the best way to become a game producer, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

0:00-1:27 Intro and guest introduction
1:28-5:20 What does a game producer actually do?
5:21-9:44 How to control the chaos and not kill creativity
9:45-17:29 What are the production stages and how do producers move between them?
17:30-35:09 What has changed in the production process in CDPR over the years?
35:10-48:18 How to manage the whole production process proactively?
48:19-55:27 Developer’s perspective on being a game producer
55:28-59:55 What’s the best way to become a game producer?
55:56-1:05:46 Q&A Session
1:05:30-1:06:03 Outro

AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity #5 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-22 | Dive into the 13th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast with our special guests — Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator!

Tune in to the full episode:
🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast13
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast13

AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity #4 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-21 | Dive into the 13th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast with our special guests — Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator!

Tune in to the full episode:
🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast13
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast13

AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity #3 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-20 | Dive into the 13th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast with our special guests — Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator!

Tune in to the full episode:
🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast13
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast13

AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-17 | “If you see a mistake, that’s a good thing. It’s not a bad thing that you feel shitty or that your anatomy is bad. You see your problem, so go learn it better and then you’ll see a new mistake.”

Dive into the 13th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast with our special guests — Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator!

Tune in to the full episode:
🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast13
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast13

AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #art

CD PROJEKT RED 2025-01-09 | “Are they going to base the AI images on the AI images that they base the AI images on?”

This time our podcast’s guests are Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator. Dive into the 13th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast today!

Tune in to the full episode:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast13

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast13

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 13: AI vs Fine Arts: The Relationship Between Technology and Creativity

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-12-19 | Dive into the latest episode of the AnsweRED Podcast!

Another episode from Promised Land Art Festival, where Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza hosted Björn Hurri, freelance Concept Artist/Art Director and Grzegorz Rutkowski, freelance Illustrator. Both artists shared their professional experience, opinions on using AI in the art industry, and advice for those developing their own style.

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES

0:00-2:09 Intro and guest introduction
2:10-17:27 How to establish principles when creating worlds
17:28-27:01 Creating mutual trust between companies and freelancers
27:02-41:15 The importance of human perspective in an era of “AI art”
41:16-45:17 Recreating fine art’s imperfection in digital art
45:18-50:47 How to put personality into art
50:48-54:11 What inspires artists?
54:12-4:45 Outro

The Intersection of 2D Animation and 3D Worlds #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #art #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-12-17 | What are the differences between creating 2D and 3D animation? Watch Episode 11 of the AnsweRED Podcast featuring 2D Animator Tina Nawrocki to find out!

The Intersection of 2D Animation and 3D Worlds | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #creativeindustry #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-12-16 | “Part of the joy of what we do is the fact that we can improve and change, and our art style will change and we will evolve. None of that can be achieved by clicking a button on a computer”.

What are the differences between creating 2D and 3D animation? Check our latest episode of the AnsweRED Podcast with our guest, Polish-Canadian 2D Animator, Tina Nawrocki. She is best known for her work on “Cuphead”, and she is currently working on her first short movie — all about the legend of Warsaw’s iconic mermaid!

Tune in to the full episode here:
🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast12
🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast12

Negotiating in the World of Freelance #2 | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #creativeindustry #art #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-12-16 | "The most important thing about character art is to treat them as people."

Dive deep into the world of freelancing and hear tips from Concept Artist/Illustrator Even Amundsen. Watch episode 11 of the AnsweRED Podcast now!

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 12: The Intersection of 2D Animation and 3D Worlds

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-11-28 | Dive into the latest episode of the AnsweRED Podcast!

This one comes from Promised Land Art Festival, where Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza hosted a special guest, Polish-Canadian 2D animator, Tina Nawrocki. Best known for her stunning work on “Cuphead”, Tina is a passionate advocate for 2D animation in a world where 3D rules. Not only has she lent her work to video games, but she is also currently working on her very first short film — all about Warsaw’s iconic mermaid (https://www.syrenkafilm.com). Learn all about that and more in this episode!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES

0:00-1:44 Intro and guest introduction
1:45-3:47 Is there a space/place/chance for 2D animation in a 3D-dominated world?
3:48-8:11 The beauty of (hand-made) imperfection
8:12-13:15 Generation gap in 2D animation design.
13:16-25:31 What are the differences in creating 2D and 3D animation?
25:32-39:09 Animation design in games
39:10-44:59 How 2D and 3D animation intertwined in movies?
45:00-57:53 Tina Nawrocki’s Warsaw Siren short movie
57:54-1:00:51 Where an animation artist looks for inspiration?
1:00:52-1:01:41 Outro

Negotiating in the World of Freelance | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #creativeindustry #art #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-11-21 | “I understand what you need here, but can I present another vision of what that might be?”

Dive deep into the dynamic world of freelancing! Hear plenty of tips & tricks from Concept Artist Karla Ortiz and Concept Artist/Illustrator Even Amundsen by checking out the 11th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast!

Tune in to the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast11

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast11

Annyeong RED! — Lets talk about Korea

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-11-12 | To celebrate a recent milestone for CD PROJEKT RED in Korea, we invited Polish-Korean personality Przemek Krompiec to our HQ in Warsaw, to record a very special video. 🎬

Say hello to “안녕 RED” — a love-laden look into CD PROJEKT RED, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Cyberpunk 2077, dedicated to our Korean community!

Fun fact: 안녕 (pronounced /annyeŋ/) means "Hello" or "Hi" in Korean!

Navigating the World of Freelance & Big Industry Names | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #art #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-11-07 | “Build it slowly, make sure you have a little bit of a jumping off point and then start swimming.” 🏊‍♀️

Watch the 11th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast and meet our amazing guests — Concept Artist Karla Ortiz and Concept Artist/Illustrator Even Amundsen.

Tune in to the full episode here:

🎧 YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast11

🎧 Spotify: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast11

This is a one-of-a-kind episode, so turn up the volume and enjoy!

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 11: Navigating the World of Freelance & Big Industry Names

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-10-24 | The 11th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast just dropped!

This time, we met again at Promised Land Art Festival with our unstoppable hosts, Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, who were joined by Concept Artist Karla Ortiz and Concept Artist/Illustrator Even Amundsen. Not only did we hear about their professional experience working on projects like Marvel movies or tabletop games, but also about the perks of freelancing versus working in-house and much more.
AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. We also invite game dev experts from around the world to foster inspiring discussions and diverse viewpoints.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES

00:00-3:36 Intro and guest introduction
3:37-8:08 Freelance & on-site work experience
8:09-13:06 How to combine love for fine art and superhero stuff
13:07-22:00 How to manage freelancing as an artist
22:01-26:02 Are artists picky with their clients?
26:03- 46:39 What inspires artists?
46:40-51:53 Guest’s best production memory so far
51:54-55:35 Passing on PLAF’s motto to others (they’ve been asked how they feel PLAF united in art philosophy and how would they pass it on to others)
55:36-56:37 Outro

Promised Land Art Festival’s networking values | AnsweRED Podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-10-23 | “That’s the networking value, right, of meeting people and being united in art. The second I would say is just broadening the horizons of the artists”.

Watch the 10th episode of our podcast to find out what exactly brings artists from around the world together each year and keeps them united in art.

🎧 YouTube:https://lnkd.in/dEcfUYgz
🎧 Spotify:https://lnkd.in/dXRxawsx

#insideRED #AnsweRED #AnsweREDpodcast #CDPR

Promised Land Art Festival | AnsweRED Podcast

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-10-10 | “Magic happens here,” said AnsweRED Podcast host Sebastian Kalemba when talking about Promised Land Art Festival.

Watch the 10th episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, featuring Festival Directors Małgorzata Sawnor and Paweł Mielniczuk, to find out what exactly brings artists from around the world together each year and keeps them united in art. 🎨

🎧YouTube: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDPodcast10
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AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 10: Creating Promised Land Art Festival

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-26 | The AnsweRED podcast moved to Łódź for the one and only @PromisedLandArtFestival! We’ve lined up a special series of episodes to spotlight the incredible talents attending this event. But what better way to kick things off than by chatting with the visionaries who brought this festival to life?

Welcome to the 10th episode, featuring our Festival Directors — Paweł Mielniczuk, Małgorzata Sawnor, and Sebastian Kalemba, who’s both our guest and host this time! They all sat down with Paweł Burza to dive into the inspiring story and big idea behind this year’s edition of PLAF, as well as its future!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. In the future, we aim to extend invitations to game developers from all around the world.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

TIME CODES

00:00–4:04 Intro and guest introduction
4:05–15:35 History, big idea behind PLAF, and why Łódź
15:36–22:06 The structure of the event: Art for All and PLAF
22:07–29:00 What happens during PLAF?
29:01–37:06 Plans for the future of PLAF and reasons for coming to PLAF
37:07–41:50 Networking during the event
41:51–45:52 Coming back after the event
45:53–48:24 The surprise for next year and what inspires our guests
48:25–48:51 Outro

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CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-26 | Who is behind the organization of @PromisedLandArtFestival? 🎨

Małgorzata Sawnor, Executive Director of the Festival, highlights the hard work of the entire team. What does it take to bring PLAF to life? Stay tuned for today’s AnsweRED Podcast premiere to find out!

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CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-25 | What is @PromisedLandArtFestival? 🎨

Listen to Festival Director Paweł Mielniczuk's take on it & tune in tomorrow for the AnsweRED Podcast Episode 10 premiere, where Paweł and Executive Director Małgorzata Sawnor join our hosts to discuss all things Promised Land!

The Lore Masters | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #gaming #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-18 | “‘Guardians of the vibe’ was not the word I was expecting but then I was like, it makes so much sense!”

To hear more, tune in to the 9th episode of AnsweRED Podcast, featuring Franchise & Lore Designer Cian Maher, Franchise Content Strategy Lead Patrick Mills, and hosted by Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza.

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20 Years of CD PROJEKT RED Community — Tales from the Community

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-17 | For two decades, our community has been at the heart of every adventure, every story, and every challenge we’ve taken on.

A big part of this community is our moderation team. So, as we continue celebrating the 20 years we've spent together, we asked them to share their stories.

We're deeply grateful to all of our moderators for their passion and dedication in keeping discussions well organized through all these years. We’d also like to thank everybody who participated in these discussions, regardless of whether you’ve been with us since the very beginning or only just recently joined the community. You’re all part of our legacy. So thank you, stay strong, stay awesome, and keep the passion going!

While we prepare more surprises, join us on the official Forums and Discord to walk down memory lane:
forums.cdprojektred.com
discord.gg/thewitcher
discord.gg/cyberpunkgame

REDstreams | Celebrating Our Community

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-09-04 | This #REDstreams episode is especially close to our hearts. 💖 Join Amelia Kołat and Alicja Kozera, along with special guests Marcin Momot, Maja "undomiel9" Winarska, and Basia "crushovitz" Krasowicz, for an in-depth discussion about our incredible community.

We dived into the journey that started 20 years ago, what drives us forward daily, and how our community has grown and evolved. If you've ever wondered about the heart and soul behind it all, this video is for you!

AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 9: The Lore of Two Worlds: Cyberpunk vs. Witcher

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-08-29 | In the ninth episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts, Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, are joined by our experts Patrick Mills, Franchise Content Strategy Lead, and Cian Maher, Franchise & Lore Designer.

In this episode, we dive into how our Franchise and Lore team came together and explore the diverse backgrounds of our members. Discover which team member knows The Witcher almost as well as Andrzej Sapkowski, who initially struggled with The Witcher 2 but eventually came back to it, and what it’s like to work with Mike Pondsmith. Plus, we’ve got plenty more insights and passion to share!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. In the future, we aim to extend invitations to game developers from all around the world.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

00:00 - 2:50 Intro and guest introduction
2:51 - 6:53 About the franchise and lore team
6:54 - 17:20 Backgrounds of the guests and their love for fantasy
17:21 - 21:32 What are the most important elements of a successful franchise in terms of world-building and storytelling?
21:33 - 34:47 How to stay true to established canon while introducing new elements and expanding the universe?
34:48 - 40:42 World-building in Cyberpunk 2077
40:43 - 45:48 Collaboration with developers and other stakeholders
45:49 - 49:36 Work challenges and how to overcome them
49:37 - 58:53 What it’s like to collaborate with Mike Pondsmith and Andrzej Sapkowski
58:54 - 1:01:15 Future of the lore team
1:01:16 - 1:06:06 Outro and questions from the podcast community

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CD PROJEKT RED 2024-08-13 | “I think just talking to people, seeing what other people are doing here at the company is probably the biggest source of inspiration.”

Watch a clip from episode 8 of AnsweRED podcast before tuning in to the full conversation between hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, Senior Composer - Coordinator P.T. Adamczyk, and Lead Sound Designer Mateusz Szymański.

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The Power of Audio | AnsweRED Podcast #podcast #gaming #shorts

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-08-08 | 🎵 What sounds from our games would you listen to on repeat? Share your favorite tracks in the comments! 👇

To learn how we create audio at CD PROJEKT RED, tune in to the 8th episode of AnsweRED Podcast, featuring Senior Composer - Coordinator P.T. Adamczyk, Lead Sound Designer Mateusz Szymański, and hosts Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza.

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AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 8: The power of Audio in Video Games

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-07-25 | In the eight episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts, Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, are joined by P.T. Adamczyk, Senior Composer - Coordinator and Mateusz Szymański, Lead Sound Designer.

This episode is packed with insights into the composing and sound design process, including a look at how we made the sounds for GWENT, The Witcher, and Cyberpunk 2077, career tips for those aspiring to work in game dev, conversations about the creative process, and much, much more!
AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. In the future, we aim to extend invitations to game developers from all around the world.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

00:00 - 02:13 - Guest introduction
2:14 - 22:54 - Music inspirations
22:55 - 33:44 - Composing Music for The Witcher
33:45 - 54:59 - Music in Cyberpunk 2077 and Phantom Liberty
55:00 - 1:05 - How to become a sound designer or a composer
1:06 - 1:08 - What P.T and Mateusz listen to on a daily basis
1:09 - 1:12 - Outro by hosts and questions from the podcast community

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CD PROJEKT RED 2024-07-04 | “We’re all here because we love games, and we want to make the best games possible.”

To hear more, tune in to the 7th episode of AnsweRED Podcast, featuring Associate Game Director Paweł Sasko, Acting Executive Producer Dan Hernberg, and hosted by Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza.

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AnsweRED Podcast - Episode 7: CD PROJEKT RED in Boston

CD PROJEKT RED 2024-06-27 | In the seventh episode of the AnsweRED Podcast, our hosts, Sebastian Kalemba and Paweł Burza, are joined by Paweł Sasko, our Associate Game Director and Dan Hernberg, Acting Executive Producer.

This episode is packed with insights, advice, and much more, including conversations about their vision for the company’s North America expansion, their perspectives on leadership, setting up Project Orion in Boston, book recommendations, and much more!

AnsweRED Podcast is CD PROJEKT RED’s format dedicated to individuals interested in game development, providing a unique platform for them to gain knowledge from our team representatives’ insights, experiences, and cutting-edge expertise. In the future, we aim to extend invitations to game developers from all around the world.

The podcast is out now, and is also available on major streaming platforms: cdpred.ly/AnsweREDpodcast1

00:00 - 1:27 - Guests intro
1:28 - 9:52 - Moving Cyberpunk
9:13 - 24:27 - Building the Boston team
24:28 - 25:54 - Cooperation between CDPR's Boston and Vancouver hubs
25:55 - 38:09 - Cultural differences between Poles and Americans
38:10 - 44:20 - Everything that can go wrong when moving from Poland to Boston
44:21 - 1:02:04 - Leadership's role on people's development
1:02:05 - 1:19:40 - Future of Cyberpunk & Growth
1:19:41 - 1:20:05 - Outro by Hosts
1:20:06 - Questions from the Podcast Community