I am a creative designer with a background in architecture and a strong eye for modern, luxury-inspired aesthetics. I specialize in producing visually engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, websites, and branding materials. I blend design precision with storytelling to deliver high-quality visuals that elevate brands. I’ve collaborated with teams to ensure visual identity and design intent align with client expectations, while balancing creative and technical demands across multiple projects. I’m proficient in client-facing design boards, 3D renders, and end-to-end digital assets, and I’m comfortable working across fast-paced environments from Istanbul to Barcelona.…

Serhan Gürkan

I am a creative designer with a background in architecture and a strong eye for modern, luxury-inspired aesthetics. I specialize in producing visually engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, websites, and branding materials. I blend design precision with storytelling to deliver high-quality visuals that elevate brands. I’ve collaborated with teams to ensure visual identity and design intent align with client expectations, while balancing creative and technical demands across multiple projects. I’m proficient in client-facing design boards, 3D renders, and end-to-end digital assets, and I’m comfortable working across fast-paced environments from Istanbul to Barcelona.…

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I am a creative designer with a background in architecture and a strong eye for modern, luxury-inspired aesthetics. I specialize in producing visually engaging content for digital platforms, including social media, websites, and branding materials. I blend design precision with storytelling to deliver high-quality visuals that elevate brands.

I’ve collaborated with teams to ensure visual identity and design intent align with client expectations, while balancing creative and technical demands across multiple projects. I’m proficient in client-facing design boards, 3D renders, and end-to-end digital assets, and I’m comfortable working across fast-paced environments from Istanbul to Barcelona.

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Experience Level

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Creative Agency
December 31, 2020 - July 30, 2025
Designed marketing materials including brochures, flyers, and social media graphics. Collaborated with clients to develop branding and logo design solutions that reflect their business identity. Managed projects from concept through delivery, ensuring high quality and deadline adherence.
Senior Graphic Designer at Brand Solutions
January 1, 2021 - Present
Led a design team to produce brand strategy visuals and advertising content. Developed visual branding projects for diverse sectors including retail and education, managing client relationships and mentoring junior designers. Enhanced design workflows for efficiency and creativity.
Architect / Visual Designer at GMG Architects
January 1, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Designed and developed visual concepts, presentations, and 3D renders for high-end projects.
Intern at GMG Architects
December 31, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Assisted in preparing competition boards, presentations, and digital content; gained hands-on experience in visualization, site documentation, and design support.
Freelance Creative Projects at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Created digital content, graphics, and social media posts for small businesses; assisted with branding concepts and visuals for real estate and retail projects; produced marketing visuals aligned with modern luxury branding.
Architect / Visual Designer at GMG Architects
December 31, 2023 - September 22, 2025
Designed and developed visual concepts, presentations, and 3D renders for high-end projects. Created client-facing design boards and digital assets with a modern, luxurious aesthetic. Collaborated with teams to ensure visual identity aligned with client expectations. Managed multiple projects independently, balancing creative and technical demands.
Intern at GMG Architects
December 31, 2019 - September 22, 2025
Assisted in preparing competition boards, presentations, and digital content. Gained hands-on experience in visualization, site documentation, and design support.

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Istanbul Bilgi University
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020
Architecture
Bachelor's Degree at Istanbul Bilgi University
September 1, 2012 - June 30, 2016
High School Diploma at Bosphorus High School
September 1, 2008 - June 30, 2012
Music Diploma at Bakırköy Music Conservatory
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Architecture at Istanbul Bilgi University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
MBA (Digital Era) in Business Administration and Marketing at Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Master in Retail Design at Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master in Retail Design Certificate at Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Music Conservatory at Bakırköy Music Conservatory
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at Istanbul Bilgi University
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2020
MBA at Graduate School of Management in Barcelona
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Master in Retail Design at Elisava Barcelona School of Design and Engineering
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025

Qualifications

Music Diploma (Bakırköy Music Conservatory)
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor of Architecture
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
MBA (Digital Era) in Business Administration and Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Master in Retail Design
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Master in Retail Design Certificate
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Music Conservatory Diploma
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2006

Industry Experience

Other, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Software & Internet

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Experience Level