I am Zülfi̇kar Fidancı, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of experience in packaging design, pre-press preparation, photography, and brand development. Based in Izmir, I work as a freelancer since 2023, specializing in olive oil, nuts, and dried fruit packaging, cosmetics, and other consumer goods. I have trained many pre-press operators and created systems that improved print quality and production efficiency, including a halftone print control scale still used in Turkey today. I love sharing knowledge through seminars, university talks, and industry events. Over my career I have completed more than 3,000 designs and around 200 illustrations, earning several international awards. I enjoy time with my son who has Down syndrome, motorcycle club activities, sci-fi/fantasy media, and exploring new design challenges across packaging, branding, and product design.…

Zülfikar Fidancı

I am Zülfi̇kar Fidancı, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of experience in packaging design, pre-press preparation, photography, and brand development. Based in Izmir, I work as a freelancer since 2023, specializing in olive oil, nuts, and dried fruit packaging, cosmetics, and other consumer goods. I have trained many pre-press operators and created systems that improved print quality and production efficiency, including a halftone print control scale still used in Turkey today. I love sharing knowledge through seminars, university talks, and industry events. Over my career I have completed more than 3,000 designs and around 200 illustrations, earning several international awards. I enjoy time with my son who has Down syndrome, motorcycle club activities, sci-fi/fantasy media, and exploring new design challenges across packaging, branding, and product design.…

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I am Zülfi̇kar Fidancı, a graphic designer and illustrator with over 30 years of experience in packaging design, pre-press preparation, photography, and brand development. Based in Izmir, I work as a freelancer since 2023, specializing in olive oil, nuts, and dried fruit packaging, cosmetics, and other consumer goods. I have trained many pre-press operators and created systems that improved print quality and production efficiency, including a halftone print control scale still used in Turkey today.

I love sharing knowledge through seminars, university talks, and industry events. Over my career I have completed more than 3,000 designs and around 200 illustrations, earning several international awards. I enjoy time with my son who has Down syndrome, motorcycle club activities, sci-fi/fantasy media, and exploring new design challenges across packaging, branding, and product design.

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Language

English
Intermediate
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Narlıdere Municipality, Press and Publication Directorate
January 1, 2022 - Present
Graphic design for municipal publications, layout, and pre-press preparation.
Owner at Zülfi̇kar Fidancı Design Arts
January 1, 2006 - Present
Independent design practice focusing on packaging design and visual branding.
Business Partner, Manager, Operator at Taylan Offset Reproduction
January 1, 2004 - Present
Oversaw reproduction workflows, managed operations, and maintained quality control.
Graphic Designer at Gültürk Agency
January 1, 2003 - Present
Created packaging and point-of-sale visuals, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
Owner at MAR Graphic Agency
January 1, 1998 - Present
Ran a graphic design and repro studio, delivering packaging, branding, and pre-press services.
Manager, Pre-press and Scanner Operator at Sistem Grafık
January 1, 1996 - Present
Directed pre-press processes and scanner operations to improve throughput and quality.
Manager, Pre-press and Scanner Operator at Kubilay Offset Repro
January 1, 1995 - Present
Led pre-press operations, managed scanner workflows, and optimized color separations.
Pre-press Operator at Yüksel 2 Reproduction
January 1, 1994 - Present
Operated pre-press workflow, prepared film and plates, and ensured print-ready files.
Graphic Designer at Goncamedya
January 1, 1993 - Present
Responsible for layout, visual design, and production-ready artwork for clients.
Graphic Designer, Illustrator at Karluk Agency
January 1, 1991 - Present
Designed graphics and illustrations for advertising projects, working with art directors and clients.
Illustrator at GOS Advertising Agency
January 1, 1988 - Present
Created illustrations for client campaigns and assisted with layout and visual concepts for print and media.

Education

Primary Education at Talatpaa Primary School
January 1, 1976 - January 1, 1980
High School Diploma at Balçova High School
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1988
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts at Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Arts Department
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1999
Certificate in Pre-press Preparation and Printing Technology at Yaar University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Certificate in Graphic Design Education and Pre-press Courses at Ege University, Ege Vocational School, Graphic Design Department
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

Award - Tomato Paste Packaging Design (Netherlands)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Award - Illustration
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Award - Olive Oil Packaging Design (Various Fairs, Forums, and Educational Institutions)
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment