I am an award-winning film director and senior post-production lead with 10+ years of experience bridging high-end commercial production and cinematic narrative. I have collaborated with global agency networks like TBWA, McCann, and Grey to lead campaigns for Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Turkish Airlines, and P&G. I’ve directed 39 episodes of premium documentaries for TRT 2 and managed post-production for over 300 commercial projects. I hold a Master’s degree in cinema and combine hands-on expertise in cinematography (DoP), drone operation, and advanced post-production (DaVinci Resolve & Premiere Pro). My work has earned Felis, Crystal Apple, and Effie Awards, and I focus on delivering visual stories that are aesthetically sophisticated and strategically impactful.…

Ege Goksu

I am an award-winning film director and senior post-production lead with 10+ years of experience bridging high-end commercial production and cinematic narrative. I have collaborated with global agency networks like TBWA, McCann, and Grey to lead campaigns for Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Turkish Airlines, and P&G. I’ve directed 39 episodes of premium documentaries for TRT 2 and managed post-production for over 300 commercial projects. I hold a Master’s degree in cinema and combine hands-on expertise in cinematography (DoP), drone operation, and advanced post-production (DaVinci Resolve & Premiere Pro). My work has earned Felis, Crystal Apple, and Effie Awards, and I focus on delivering visual stories that are aesthetically sophisticated and strategically impactful.…

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I am an award-winning film director and senior post-production lead with 10+ years of experience bridging high-end commercial production and cinematic narrative. I have collaborated with global agency networks like TBWA, McCann, and Grey to lead campaigns for Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Turkish Airlines, and P&G. I’ve directed 39 episodes of premium documentaries for TRT 2 and managed post-production for over 300 commercial projects.

I hold a Master’s degree in cinema and combine hands-on expertise in cinematography (DoP), drone operation, and advanced post-production (DaVinci Resolve & Premiere Pro). My work has earned Felis, Crystal Apple, and Effie Awards, and I focus on delivering visual stories that are aesthetically sophisticated and strategically impactful.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Owner & Creative Director at Ethos Istanbul Pictures
February 1, 2025 - Present
Founded a boutique production hub focusing on premium storytelling for cultural institutions. Directing IKSV & Mercedes-Benz flagship documentary projects and spearheading dramatic art documentaries for Pera Museum & Şişecam, blending industrial heritage with cinematic history.
In-house Film Director at HACIYATMAZ FILM
January 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Directed high-budget national campaigns for Akbank, Karaca, Medipol Acıbadem, and Casper. Managed Akbank Upcycling: 3-day principal photography and oversaw the entire post-production. Directed Karaca campaigns including the 'Oscar' and 'White Collection' films with a focus on cinematic aesthetics.
Director & Senior Editor at FREELANCE PROJECTS
October 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Directed international campaigns for Titanic Hotels (Bodrum) and Neva Yalı (Period Piece). Led TRT 2 Documentary Series Misal (13 eps), Koza (13 eps), and Eşik (DoP/Editor). Partnered with TBWA for Bingo TVF and created dramatic content for the Pera Museum.
Film Director & Post-Production Lead at MENTAL FILMS
January 1, 2018 - October 1, 2022
Led post-production for 300+ commercial projects for Toyota, Hyundai, P&G, and Siemens. Finished 'Hayrat' campaign (Multiple Felis & Crystal Apple Awards). Directed the award-winning fashion film 'Binaenaleyh'.
Commercial Film Editor & 2nd Unit at DINAMO ISTANBUL
August 1, 2015 - January 1, 2018
Edited and 2nd unit cinematography for Nike, L'oreal, Sony, and Vodafone.

Education

MA in Film Design at Arel University, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Screen Studies at University of Melbourne, Australia
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
BA in Film Design & Directing at Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
MA in Film Design at Arel University, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Screen Studies at University of Melbourne, Australia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
BA in Film Design & Directing at Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
MA in Film Design at Arel University, Turkey
January 1, 2025 - March 24, 2026
Screen Studies at University of Melbourne, Australia
January 1, 2015 - March 24, 2026
BA in Film Design & Directing at Dokuz Eylül University, Turkey
January 1, 2014 - March 24, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education