Hi, I'm Hakan Bakir, a seasoned post-production professional specializing in commercials, promotional videos, and long-form storytelling. I excel in cinematic narration, video and audio editing, and compositing, with a track record of delivering high-impact visual content. I bring extensive experience from drama, documentaries, and feature-length projects, always upholding the highest standards of production quality. In roles at TRT and CTV, I have guided projects through linear to non-linear editing workflows, supervised complex post-production lifecycles, and leveraged Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. My strengths include color correction/grading, motion graphics/text animation, audio design, and a collaborative approach to storytelling.

Hakan Bakir

Hi, I'm Hakan Bakir, a seasoned post-production professional specializing in commercials, promotional videos, and long-form storytelling. I excel in cinematic narration, video and audio editing, and compositing, with a track record of delivering high-impact visual content. I bring extensive experience from drama, documentaries, and feature-length projects, always upholding the highest standards of production quality. In roles at TRT and CTV, I have guided projects through linear to non-linear editing workflows, supervised complex post-production lifecycles, and leveraged Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. My strengths include color correction/grading, motion graphics/text animation, audio design, and a collaborative approach to storytelling.

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Hi, I’m Hakan Bakir, a seasoned post-production professional specializing in commercials, promotional videos, and long-form storytelling. I excel in cinematic narration, video and audio editing, and compositing, with a track record of delivering high-impact visual content. I bring extensive experience from drama, documentaries, and feature-length projects, always upholding the highest standards of production quality.

In roles at TRT and CTV, I have guided projects through linear to non-linear editing workflows, supervised complex post-production lifecycles, and leveraged Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and DaVinci Resolve. My strengths include color correction/grading, motion graphics/text animation, audio design, and a collaborative approach to storytelling.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Video Editor, Post Production at Turkish Radio Television Corporation
May 27, 1998 - Present
A highly accomplished Post-Production professional with deep expertise in commercials, promotional videos, and long-form storytelling. Specialized in cinematic narration, video/audio editing, and compositing, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact visual content. Leveraging extensive experience in drama, documentaries, and feature-length projects to maintain the highest standards of production quality.
Lead Video Editor at TRT (Turkish Radio and Television Corporation)
January 1, 1998 - Present
Lead high-end video editing and post-production; oversee complex project lifecycles; proficient in compositing, color correction, color grading, and motion graphics/text animation; expert-level command of industry-standard software including Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
Post-Production Operator at CTV
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1998
Managed end-to-end post-production processes for corporate projects; specialized in audio editing and mixing using analog and digital consoles; designed and implemented digital video effects (DVE) utilizing Pinnacle systems.
Assistant Editor / Editor at TRT
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1996
Underwent intensive training in core editing techniques and storytelling fundamentals; contributed to script analysis and narrative development for various broadcast formats; gained foundational expertise in film and television industry standards; developed strong time management and attention to detail in high-pressure studio environments.

Education

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Qualifications

Post production Operator
May 26, 1996 - May 27, 1998
• Managed end-to-end post-production processes for corporate projects. • Specialized in audio editing and mixing using both Analog and Digital consoles. • Designed and implemented Digital Video Effects (DVE) utilizing Pinnacle systems.
Post Production Operator
May 31, 1998 - April 13, 2026
Lead Video Editor (TRT)
June 1, 1998 - April 13, 2026
• 27 years of industry-leading experience in high-end video editing and post-production. • Comprehensive mastery of the evolution of editing, from Linear to Non-Linear (NLE) workflows. • In-depth technical expertise as a Post-Production Operator, overseeing complex project lifecycles. • Proficient in Compositing, Color Correction, Color Grading, and Motion Graphics/Text Animation. • Expert-level command of industry-standard software including Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and After Effects.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment