I am a multidisciplinary designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, brand communication, and art direction. Educated at Parsons Paris and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, my work spans award-winning sustainability reports, editorial design, restaurant branding, museum identities, wayfinding systems, and hand-crafted illustration — including projects for UNESCO World Heritage sites, aerospace and defense sector clients, and children’s museum experiences. My designs have received GMK and LACP international awards.

Nihal Senan

I am a multidisciplinary designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, brand communication, and art direction. Educated at Parsons Paris and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, my work spans award-winning sustainability reports, editorial design, restaurant branding, museum identities, wayfinding systems, and hand-crafted illustration — including projects for UNESCO World Heritage sites, aerospace and defense sector clients, and children’s museum experiences. My designs have received GMK and LACP international awards.

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I am a multidisciplinary designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, brand communication, and art direction. Educated at Parsons Paris and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, my work spans award-winning sustainability reports, editorial design, restaurant branding, museum identities, wayfinding systems, and hand-crafted illustration — including projects for UNESCO World Heritage sites, aerospace and defense sector clients, and children’s museum experiences. My designs have received GMK and LACP international awards.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Corporate Communications Specialist at Türk Havacılık & Uzay Sanayii (Turkish Aerospace)
October 1, 2023 - Present
Corporate communications, media relations, and internal communications support; design and execution of campaigns and content across internal channels.
Graphic Designer at Remote Freelancer
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Independent designer delivering museum projects, branding, and illustrations while pursuing MFA; portfolio available online.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Miner Visual and Marketing Communication
February 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Editorial design, marketing materials for internal communications, packaging, social media, and campaigns.
Teaching Assistant for Design Tools & Techniques Mandatory Course at İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent University
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Teaching assistant supporting design tools and techniques coursework; assisted in course delivery and student guidance.
Art Director at Roundabout wsc
May 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020
Boutique agency focusing on branding, packaging, and report design; received GMK Best Report Design and multiple LACP Vision Awards.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Tasarımhane
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
Boutique design agency; involved in exhibition design, wayfinding, information boards, map illustrations, and on-site design implementation (UNESCO Göbeklitepe project mentioned).
Intern at Rafineri
September 1, 2016 - January 31, 2017
Gained experience in social media management and ad campaigns during internship.
Jr. Art Director at Daniska Ad Agency
May 1, 2014 - August 31, 2014
Team member contributing to design work for Turkish Vogue; agency experience in Istanbul.
Intern at Galerist
July 1, 2013 - September 30, 2013
Front desk and research support; involvement in design needs for a major gallery.
Intern at Parsons Paris School of Art and Design
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
Front desk role; student scholarship opportunity.
Intern and Printmaking Summer Course at IMOGA Graphic Arts Museum
June 1, 2009 - August 31, 2009
Engraving printmaking techniques program and studio work.
Painting and Drawing Summer Course at Parsons Paris School of Art and Design
June 1, 2007 - August 31, 2007
Summer course to develop painting and drawing skills.
Corporate Communication Specialist / Art Director at Turkish Aerospace
October 1, 2023 - Present
In-house Art Director role in Brand Communication department, responsible for all design materials such as catalogues, first flight patches, logos, magazines and public-facing publications.
Sr. Graphic Designer at Mineral Visual and Marketing Communication
February 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Design editorial and marketing materials for internal communications including mailings, reports, packagings, and social media campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Self-employed (Remote Freelancer)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Freelance designer for museum projects, branding, and illustrations while pursuing MFA.
Teaching Assistant at İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent University, Ankara
October 1, 2021 - October 31, 2022
Teaching Assistant for Design Tools & Techniques Mandatory Course.
Intern - Printmaking Summer Course at IMOGA Graphic Arts Museum
June 1, 2009 - August 31, 2009
Summer program focusing on engraving printmaking techniques and studio work.

Education

MFA in Media and Design at İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Foundation Year, Sophomore Fine Arts at Parsons Paris School of Art and Design
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
High School Diploma at Tarsus American High School
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008
MFA in Media and Design at İhsan Doğramacı Bilkent University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
BFA - Graphic Design at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Foundation Year, Sophomore Fine Arts at Parsons Paris School of Art and Design
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
High School Diploma at Tarsus American High School
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008

Qualifications

GMK Graphic Design Exhibition Best Report Design Award
January 1, 2019 - May 17, 2026
Grafist 18 Seminars on Graphic Design
January 1, 2014 - May 17, 2026
Stolen Words Workshop
January 1, 2014 - May 17, 2026
Grafist 17 Seminars on Graphic Design
January 1, 2013 - May 17, 2026
Parsons Paris Fine Arts Final Year Show
January 1, 2010 - May 17, 2026
Parsons Paris Foundation Show
January 1, 2009 - May 17, 2026
GMK Graphic Design Exhibition Nomination (Student)
January 1, 2011 - May 17, 2026
Game Design Certificate of Achievement
January 1, 2025 - May 17, 2026
MFA in Media and Design - Graduate Show
January 1, 2022 - May 17, 2026
GMK Best Report Design Award
January 1, 2019 - May 17, 2026
Grafist 18 Seminars on Graphic Design
January 1, 2014 - May 17, 2026
Grafist 17 Seminars on Graphic Design
January 1, 2013 - May 17, 2026
GMK Graphic Design Exhibition Nomination
January 1, 2011 - May 17, 2026
Parsons Paris Fine Arts Final Year Show
January 1, 2010 - May 17, 2026
Parsons Paris Foundation Show
January 1, 2009 - May 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet, Retail