Hi, I’m TOLGA ESSİZ, a Web & Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience creating visual assets for digital and print platforms. I specialize in website visuals, branding, marketing materials, social media content, and e-commerce imagery. I excel at collaborating with remote, international teams to deliver consistent, high-quality design solutions. My work focuses on visual communication, marketing performance, and brand consistency, always aiming to help brands connect with their audience and boost conversions.

TOLGA ESSİZ

Hi, I’m TOLGA ESSİZ, a Web & Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience creating visual assets for digital and print platforms. I specialize in website visuals, branding, marketing materials, social media content, and e-commerce imagery. I excel at collaborating with remote, international teams to deliver consistent, high-quality design solutions. My work focuses on visual communication, marketing performance, and brand consistency, always aiming to help brands connect with their audience and boost conversions.

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Hi, I’m TOLGA ESSİZ, a Web & Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience creating visual assets for digital and print platforms. I specialize in website visuals, branding, marketing materials, social media content, and e-commerce imagery.

I excel at collaborating with remote, international teams to deliver consistent, high-quality design solutions. My work focuses on visual communication, marketing performance, and brand consistency, always aiming to help brands connect with their audience and boost conversions.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Web & Graphic Designer at Backslash Tile Inc.
November 1, 2020 - Present
Designed and developed the company’s e-commerce website from scratch. Created and optimized product pages with a strong focus on UX and conversion. Prepared, photographed, and edited product visuals for online use. Maintained visual consistency across web and digital marketing assets. Collaborated remotely with teams based in the United States.
Freelance Web & Graphic Designer at Studio Tolga
March 1, 2014 - Present
Providing end-to-end digital and visual design solutions. Created and maintained custom websites, including ongoing updates and content management. Designed graphic design materials such as flyers, brochures, banners, logos, white papers, and social media visuals. Supported companies with outsourced design needs. Collaborated with clients on project-based work and long-term retainers.
Branch Manager at Irfan Turizm
January 1, 2007 - September 1, 2018
Over 10 years of experience in the tourism industry. Organized and managed domestic and international package tours. Oversaw visa application processes and documentation. Coordinated international travel arrangements for local tourists. Managed daily branch operations and client relations.
Web & Graphic Designer / Freelance Designer at Studio Tolga
March 1, 2014 - Present
Designed and maintained the company’s e-commerce website from scratch; created and optimized product pages with a strong focus on UX and conversions; produced graphic design assets including flyers, brochures, banners, logos, white papers, and social visuals; supported clients by outsourcing their digital and graphic design needs; collaborated with clients on project-based work and long-term retainer arrangements; delivered photography and social media management when required; maintained visual consistency across web and digital marketing assets; worked remotely and with on-site teams, including collaboration with U.S. clients.
Branch Manager at İrfan Turizm
January 1, 2007 - September 1, 2018
Over 10 years experience in the tourism industry; organized domestic and international package tours; oversaw visa application processes and documentation; coordinated international travel arrangements for local tourists; managed daily branch operations and client relations.
Web & Graphic Designer at StudioTolga
March 1, 2014 - Present
Designed digital and print materials including flyers, brochures, banners, logos, white papers, and social media visuals. Supported companies without in-house designers through outsourced graphic design services. Worked on both project-based and long-term retainer collaborations. Collaborated with international clients across various industries.
Web & Graphic Designer at backsplash.com
November 1, 2020 - Present
Created visual assets for the company’s e-commerce platform. Prepared, photographed, and edited product images for online use. Ensured visual consistency across digital platforms and web pages. Supported website visuals and product presentation to improve user experience. Collaborated with product and marketing teams to support conversion-focused visual strategies.
Web & Graphic Designer at Studio Tolga
March 1, 2014 - Present
Designed digital and print materials including flyers, brochures, banners, logos, white papers, and social media visuals. Supported companies without in-house designers through outsourced graphic design services. Worked on both project-based and long-term retainer collaborations. Collaborated with international clients across various industries.
Web & Graphic Designer at StudioTolga (Freelance, Remote)
March 1, 2014 - Present
Designed digital and print materials including flyers, brochures, banners, logos, white papers, and social media visuals. Provided outsourced graphic design support for companies without in-house designers. Worked on project-based and long-term retainer collaborations. Collaborated with international clients across various industries.
Web & Graphic Designer at backsplash.com (Full-time, Remote)
November 1, 2020 - Present
Created visual assets for the company’s e-commerce platform. Photographed, prepared, and edited product images for online use. Ensured visual consistency across digital platforms and web pages. Supported website visuals and product presentation to improve user experience. Collaborated with product and marketing teams to support conversion-focused visual strategies.

Education

Self-taught Web & Graphic Design at Ihlas College
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2003
High School Diploma at Ihlas College
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
İhlas College at İhlas College
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2003
High School Diploma at High School
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Qualifications

High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Additional Training
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
İhlas College
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2003
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
Additional Training
January 11, 2030 - December 29, 2025
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
High School Diploma
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Retail, Computers & Electronics