CV

I am a graduate of Süleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Graphic Design, with over 10 years of experience in art direction, graphic design, and illustration.

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Throughout my career, I have worked with Yörsan (Food Products), leading cosmetics brands, advertising agencies, printing houses, and various industries as an art director, graphic design specialist, 3D modeling, and illustration expert, continuously developing my skills in these fields.

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PROFESSIONAL LEVEL

Art Director / Graphic Design Specialist

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

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1. Strategic and Creative Thinking

• Developing creative and innovative strategies for marketing and brand communication.

• Conducting trend analysis to create forward-thinking design solutions.

• Transforming ideas from concept to implementation with a creative approach.

2. Brand Identity & Visual Communication

• Creating a unique, strong, and cohesive approach to brand identity and corporate design.

• Designing memorable and brand-specific logos, labels, and packaging.

• Producing visually striking designs for digital and print media that reinforce brand identity.

3. 3D Visualization & Product Presentation

• Producing high-quality 3D modeling and rendering for commercial and product-oriented designs.

• Creating realistic, aesthetic, and sales-oriented product visuals to strengthen brand presentations.

• Generating detailed and impactful visual content for e-commerce and catalogs.

4. Art, Illustration & Visual Storytelling

• Utilizing drawing and artistic skills to create unique visual content.

• Enhancing visual storytelling through illustration and painting techniques.

• Creating original illustrations for brand identity and marketing campaigns.

• Integrating hand-drawn and digital art techniques into designs.

5. Video Editing & Motion Graphics

• Crafting compelling visual narratives for digital campaigns.

• Designing engaging video content tailored for social media and digital platforms.

• Combining visuals and videos with a strong narrative to effectively convey brand stories.

6. Artificial Intelligence & Technology in Design

• Leveraging AI-powered tools to streamline the design process and enhance visual production.

• Applying generative design methodologies to bring new perspectives to creative projects.

7. Retail & Spatial Experience Design

• Translating brand identity into physical spaces through store and window display design.

• Developing visual solutions that enhance the customer experience in retail environments.

8. Print & Production Process Management

• Ensuring quality control and the correct application of printing techniques.

• Overseeing printing, packaging, and production processes.

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

• Adobe Creative Suite – Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Lightroom)

• Cinema 4D (3D design & rendering) and more…

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Photography (product & location photography)

• Illustration & Interior Decoration (conceptual & decorative artwork for spaces)

• *Adapting designs to reflect social and cultural expectations & standards

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CAREER EXPERIENCE:

• Current Position:

I am currently working as a freelance art director for two companies:

• A Leading Cosmetics Company (Ankara, Turkey)

• ERALIS - BG (Food) (Bulgaria)

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• INCOM – Event Management (2025, Ankara)

Art Director

Visual & video coordination for events and projects.

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• INTERNATIONAL (COSMETICS) BRAND (October 2017 – April 2024, Ankara)

Graphic Design Specialist / Art Director / Industrial Designer

• Visual design, packaging & label design, product photography, video editing, and digital & print media content creation.

• 3D modeling of industrial design products using Cinema 4D.

• Ensuring design usability through review, quality control, and development processes.

• Managing print production & quality assurance for packaging materials.

• Creating 3D store and interior designs (Cinema 4D).

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• FREELANCE (2010 – 2024)

Graphic Design Specialist / Art Director

Collaborated With:

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• BOTE

• BIOGENIQ

• DERMODAY

• KOLİNA

• AFRAH BEAUTY LINE

• ABDULLA AL ABDULLA

• RASA

• ASH

• NOUMÉS

• SAMUDRA

• ELYSAVA (Switzerland)

• MONVHE

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• DESEN ETIKET PRINTING HOUSE (2015, Ankara)

Graphic Design Specialist

Packaging, label design & revisions.

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• Yörsan Food Products Inc. (2011, Ankara)

Graphic Designer

Packaging, label design & revisions.

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• Yöntem Sunar Design Office (2009, Russia – Grozny Stroy)

Designer, Illustrator, Mural Artist

Created illustrations & decorative artworks for the presidential palace and other interior spaces.

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REFERENCES:

Prof. Dr. Şemseddin Ziya Dağlı
Phone: +90 505 500 78 41

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EDUCATION:

SÜLEYMAN DEMIREL UNIVERSITY – Isparta, Turkey
Faculty of Fine Arts – Department of Graphic Design

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SELÇUK UNIVERSITY – Konya, Turkey
Faculty of Fine Arts – Traditional Turkish Handicrafts

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DUMLUPINAR UNIVERSITY – Kütahya, Turkey
Department of Construction Machinery