I am a graphic designer specializing in creating creative, modern, and impactful visual solutions for brands and personal projects. My experience includes logo design, brand identity, social media graphics, advertising materials, posters, flyers, digital banners, campaign visuals, presentation designs, catalog layouts, and various digital design projects. I focus not only on creating visually appealing designs but also on ensuring that each project communicates the right message and reflects the brand’s identity. I actively use professional design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, while keeping up with current design trends to create unique and effective solutions. With strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a solution-oriented approach, I always aim to deliver high-quality work that meets my clients’ goals.

MERVE DUMANKAYA

I am a graphic designer specializing in creating creative, modern, and impactful visual solutions for brands and personal projects. My experience includes logo design, brand identity, social media graphics, advertising materials, posters, flyers, digital banners, campaign visuals, presentation designs, catalog layouts, and various digital design projects. I focus not only on creating visually appealing designs but also on ensuring that each project communicates the right message and reflects the brand’s identity. I actively use professional design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, while keeping up with current design trends to create unique and effective solutions. With strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a solution-oriented approach, I always aim to deliver high-quality work that meets my clients’ goals.

Available to hire

I am a graphic designer specializing in creating creative, modern, and impactful visual solutions for brands and personal projects.

My experience includes logo design, brand identity, social media graphics, advertising materials, posters, flyers, digital banners, campaign visuals, presentation designs, catalog layouts, and various digital design projects.

I focus not only on creating visually appealing designs but also on ensuring that each project communicates the right message and reflects the brand’s identity. I actively use professional design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, while keeping up with current design trends to create unique and effective solutions.

With strong attention to detail, clear communication, and a solution-oriented approach, I always aim to deliver high-quality work that meets my clients’ goals.

See more

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer - E-commerce specialist at Griteks Sport Equipment and Textile Products Industry and Trade Co. Ltd.
December 1, 2024 - December 25, 2025
Prepared print-ready design files by verifying technical and visual specifications; coordinated with clients and translated requests into projects; formatted product images for print processes and completed pre-plotter layout tasks; monitored order processes and supported coordination of production and delivery workflows; maintained an organized, up-to-date digital archive; prepared product images, banners, and campaign content for e-commerce platforms; created product mockups and optimized visuals for sales-oriented presentations; uploaded products to e-commerce sites, including visual optimization and content management.
Social Media Specialist at AFAÇ Cosmetics, Health Consultancy and Tourism Limited Company
February 1, 2024 - December 1, 2025
Planned content preparation processes and executed posts; set objectives for various social media channels and shared content aligned with those goals; actively monitored social media accounts; managed corporate image and brand identity; created daily/weekly/monthly content plans to ensure consistent posting.
Social Media Manager at AFA COSMETICS HEALTH CONSULTANCY AND TOURISM LIMITED COMPANY
February 1, 2024 - Present
Planning the content preparation processes and executing the posts. Setting goals for different social media channels and creating posts in line with those goals. Actively monitoring social media accounts. Conducting activities related to corporate image and brand management. Creating daily, weekly, or monthly content plans for each platform to provide regular posting content.
Social Media Specialist at Novus Klinik
September 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Planned, filmed, and edited end-to-end video content covering patient journeys for publication; managed content and visual archives systematically; coordinated production and sharing of regular, target-audience-focused social media content.
Social Media Manager at Novusklinik
September 1, 2023 - February 1, 2024
Filming and editing the videos of patients from the beginning to the final stage. Organizing the archives of video projects and photographs. Coordinating the content preparation processes and executing the posts. Regularly creating and sharing content on social media platforms.
Graphic Design Specialist at Avicenna Hospital
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Managed the company’s visual communication processes; played an active role in producing video and visual content for use across social media, the website, and digital marketing channels; prepared designs for catalogs, brochures, and web banners as part of corporate identity initiatives.
Graphic Designer Specialist at Avicenna Hospital
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Managing the company's visual graphic works. Participating in the production processes of video content and visuals for use in areas such as social media, website, and digital marketing. Designing corporate identity, catalogs, brochures, and web banners.
Graphic Designer at Griteks Sport Equipment and Textile Products Industry and Trade Co. Ltd.
August 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Checked design files for technical and visual compliance and prepared them for print; coordinated workflows and communication; prepared product visuals for type-setting and printing processes; tracked orders; systematically managed digital archive systems.
Graphic Designer at Griteks Sports Equipment and Textile Products Industry and Trade Limited Company
August 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
Checking the designs submitted by clients. Establishing connections with clients. Preparing the layout for sending the created product visuals to the printing machine (plotter). Tracking orders. Ensuring that the graphic digital archive is up-to-date and organized. Designing e-commerce visuals.
OHS Intern at Derin OSGB
July 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Conducted site visits to businesses operating in various sectors in coordination with Class A, B, and C occupational safety specialists; contributed to risk assessments, hazard analyses, and site inspection processes; supported preparation and delivery of occupational health and safety training content to employees; assisted with identification and implementation of control measures to mitigate risks in the work environment; supported detection and reporting of non-conformities within the scope of OHS legislation.
Graphic Design Intern at Sütas Dairy Products Inc. (Headquarters)
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Managed and tracked incoming orders; prepared products for printing processes; created sales-oriented mockups; planned and executed visually impressive banner, catalog, and signage designs aligned with the corporate identity.
Graphic Designer Intern at Sütaş Dairy Products Inc. Head Office
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019
Tracking incoming orders. Preparing products for the printing process. Creating mockups of products. Designing banners, catalogs, and signage that align with the corporate identity.

Education

Bachelor's degree at ANADOLU UNIVERSITY - International Relations
January 1, 2021 - January 21, 2026
Bachelor's degree at MALTEPE UNIVERSITY - Occupational Health and Safety
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
High School Diploma at MALTEPE VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL ANATOLIAN HIGH SCHOOL - Graphic Design and Photography
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Undergraduate (International Relations) - degree at Maltape University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
Associate degree (Occupational Health and Safety) - degree at Maltepe University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021
High School Diploma at Maltepe Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Qualifications

GRAPHIC DESIGN AND PHOTOGRAPHY SEMINAR AND CERTIFICATES
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
UDEMY
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
GOOGLE ENGLISH - B1 SPANISH - A1
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Canva Graphic Design from Scratch
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Making and Editing Music Videos from Scratch with Premiere Pro CC
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Social Media Management / Roadmap from A to Z
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Fundamentals of Google Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Colors in OSH - Personal Protective Equipment Correct Selection and Use
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Labor Law - Arising from Work Accidents and Occupational Diseases Legal Consequences
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Occupational Health and Safety - OHS high honors student / ranked first in department (as stated)
January 1, 2021 - July 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality