Andrew Kostuik is a Creative Developer based in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada, who has dedicated his career to immersive technology and software development.

Andrew began exploring computing in his teens, teaching himself web development, interactive media, and game design through personal and freelance projects. By his early twenties he had built a portfolio across web, mobile, and installation work, co-founded a boutique digital studio, and led multidisciplinary teams on projects from branded microsites to experimental games. This varied, hands-on experience with multiple platforms and toolchains sharpened his cross-functional collaboration and leadership skills.

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Since joining NORCAT in 2013, Andrew has significantly enhanced the quality and innovation of NORCAT’s products and brand, leveraging his expertise in visual arts, VR, AR, and application development. He leads the core development teams at Studio NORCAT, focusing on creating immersive, interactive experiences that support high-quality training and skill development.

Andrew oversees all aspects of product development at Studio NORCAT, ensuring each project meets rigorous standards and pushes the boundaries of training technology. His work has not only shaped the direction of NORCAT’s offerings but has also garnered national and international recognition, reinforcing Studio NORCAT’s position at the forefront of XR-based training solutions.



Engagements

Judge - The FWA

The FWA, 2021 - Present

Judge - XR Awards

AIXR, 2022 - Present

Council Co-Chair - Education and Training

AIXR ATC, 2022 - Present

Speaker - Employing Hard Skill for XR

Immersive Tech Week, 2024

Panelist - AIXR Technology Council

AIXR, 2024

Panelist - IXR Global Summit

IXR, 2021

Speaker - FITC Voodoo Lounge

FITC Awards, Toronto, 2012

Speaker - FITC Voodoo Lounge

FITC Awards, Toronto, 2011

Accolades

Education and Training Finalist

AWE Auggie Awards, 2025

XR Accolade - Safety Training

AIXR, 2024

Finalist - Education & Training

AIXR, 2024

Finalist - Obsidian Award - FiAR

AIXR, 2024

Winner - Certi-Fire VR

AIXR, 2023

Winner - Web & Interactive - myIBT

SDS Awards, 2021

Winner - Vale VR

AIXR, 2021

FOTD - Mine Rescue VR

The FWA, 2021

Top 20 - The Crow

Leap Motion, 2015

FOTD - Brass Monkey

The FWA, 2012

Finalist - Brass Monkey

FITC Awards, 2012

MOTD - Live Drummer Famous!

The FWA, 2010

MOTD - Live Drummer HD

The FWA, 2010

Silver - Mon Choix Smart

CMA Awards, 2008

Best Canadian Designer

FITC Awards, 2008

Finalist - OTA Interactive

FITC Awards, 2008

Young Entrepreneur of the Year (OTA)

Bell BE Awards, 2009

Top 20 - Doodleizer!

.NET Mag, 2008

Most Promising Student Portfolio

FITC Awards, 2006

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