My name is Hande Özkalemkaş. I was born in Bursa, Turkey, on April 22, 1999, and I grew up in İzmir. I graduated with full marks in Painting and Visual Arts from NABA in Milan (2021), and later completed my Master’s degree in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano (2026). I have always been intrigued by the world of visuals and the power of communication as a language. I am a visual artist and designer passionate about publishing, illustration, and branding.…

Hande Özkalemkaş

My name is Hande Özkalemkaş. I was born in Bursa, Turkey, on April 22, 1999, and I grew up in İzmir. I graduated with full marks in Painting and Visual Arts from NABA in Milan (2021), and later completed my Master’s degree in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano (2026). I have always been intrigued by the world of visuals and the power of communication as a language. I am a visual artist and designer passionate about publishing, illustration, and branding.…

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My name is Hande Özkalemkaş. I was born in Bursa, Turkey, on April 22, 1999, and I grew up in İzmir. I graduated with full marks in Painting and Visual Arts from NABA in Milan (2021), and later completed my Master’s degree in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano (2026).

I have always been intrigued by the world of visuals and the power of communication as a language. I am a visual artist and designer passionate about publishing, illustration, and branding.

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Italian
Fluent

Work Experience

Assistant Sound Engineer at SoundWave Studios
August 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025
Supported lead engineers in recording, mixing, and mastering sessions for various artists. Managed audio equipment setup and maintenance, assisted in editing and post-production, and collaborated with production teams to ensure high-quality audio output.
Music Producer & Sound Engineer at Freelance
September 1, 2020 - Present
Produced, mixed, and mastered tracks for independent musicians across genres. Provided consulting and technical support for home studios and live sound setups. Developed original compositions and sound design for multimedia projects.
Graphic Designer Intern at 150 Up
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Responsible for padel and pickleball racket designs, video editing for social media, catalogue presentations, sticker design, and sports assets design such as racket head protectors, with small website modifications.
Graphic Designer Intern at IGPDecaux
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Created renders and visual concepts for public transport decorations and branded shelters. Tasks included presentation design, ad layouts for BikeMi, and designing a mascot.
Graphic Design Intern at Free Pads for India
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Designed Instagram carousels and reels to support awareness campaigns and social media presence.
Assistant to an Artist and Designer at Gustaf Von Arbin
January 22, 2022 - January 22, 2022
Helped with commissioned illustrations, Hermes display windows, retouching and drawing.
Assistant at an Art Gallery at Galleria Weber & Weber
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Designed newsletters, managed email communications, and explained exhibitions to visitors during BA years.
Graphic Designer Intern at 150Up
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Responsible for padel and pickleball racket designs, video editing for social media, catalogue presentations, sticker design, and sports assets design such as racket head protectors; contributed to website updates.
Graphic Designer Intern at IGPDecaux
January 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Created renders and visual concepts for public transport decorations and branded shelters; designed ad layouts for BikeMi; contributed to presentation design and social media assets.
Graphic Design Intern at Free Pads for India
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Designed Instagram carousels and reels to support campaigns addressing period poverty.
Graphic Design Intern at Staiy
January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2021
Responsible for visual selections, Instagram post and Stories design, article and newsletter designs, illustrations for the website.
Assistant at Galleria Weber & Weber
January 1, 2020 - April 1, 2020
Assisted at a contemporary art gallery; designed newsletters, managed emails, and explained exhibitions to visitors.
Graphic Designer Intern at 150Up (Creative Agency)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Responsible for padel and pickleball racket designs, video editing for social media, catalogue presentations, sticker design, and sports assets design such as racket head protectors, with small website modifications.
Graphic Designer Intern at 150 Up (Creative Agency) / Viento
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Graphic Designer Intern; responsible for padel and pickleball racket designs, video editing for social media, catalogue presentations, sticker design, sports assets design such as racket head protectors, and small website modifications.

Education

Bachelor of Music at University of North Texas
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor's curricular integrations at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Master's coursework (Postgraduate studies) at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
BA in Painting and Visual Arts at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Masters in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
High School Diploma at American Collegiate Institute
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Masters in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Painting and Visual Arts at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
High School Diploma at American Collegiate Institute
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Master’s Single Courses at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
BA in Painting and Visual Arts at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Master in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
High School Diploma at American Collegiate Institute
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Master Coursework at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
BA in Painting and Visual Arts at Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Master in Communication Design at Politecnico di Milano
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
High School at American Collegiate Institute
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Introduction to Metadesign
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Designer Everywhere
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
After Effects 2021 Essential Training: The Basics
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Photography Foundation: Lenses
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Photography Foundation: Exposure (Part 1)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Photography Foundation: Exposure (Part 2)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Masterclass with Carlo Stanga
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Incisione Diretta: The Art of Drypoint
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Typography in un Caos Liquido
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Print Club Torino Events
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Masterclass on urban illustration and visual storytelling
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026
Direct engraving techniques workshop (experimental)
January 11, 2030 - March 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization

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