I'm a results-oriented, data-driven professional specializing in strategic operations and community growth for global technology leaders. I develop and execute social media strategies, lead localization efforts, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver engaging, brand-consistent experiences. I thrive on turning insights into action and driving measurable growth across Turkish markets. With a background in Information and Records Management, I combine analytics with creative execution to boost engagement, ensure brand safety, and support regional roadmaps in gaming and tech ecosystems. I am fluent in English and Turkish and enjoy collaborating with global teams to deliver localized experiences for international brands.

Utku Kaan Çelikkol

I'm a results-oriented, data-driven professional specializing in strategic operations and community growth for global technology leaders. I develop and execute social media strategies, lead localization efforts, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver engaging, brand-consistent experiences. I thrive on turning insights into action and driving measurable growth across Turkish markets. With a background in Information and Records Management, I combine analytics with creative execution to boost engagement, ensure brand safety, and support regional roadmaps in gaming and tech ecosystems. I am fluent in English and Turkish and enjoy collaborating with global teams to deliver localized experiences for international brands.

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I’m a results-oriented, data-driven professional specializing in strategic operations and community growth for global technology leaders. I develop and execute social media strategies, lead localization efforts, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver engaging, brand-consistent experiences. I thrive on turning insights into action and driving measurable growth across Turkish markets.

With a background in Information and Records Management, I combine analytics with creative execution to boost engagement, ensure brand safety, and support regional roadmaps in gaming and tech ecosystems. I am fluent in English and Turkish and enjoy collaborating with global teams to deliver localized experiences for international brands.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Social Media Specialist at VML (for Microsoft Xbox)
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2025
Developed and executed the comprehensive social media strategy for Microsoft Xbox in Turkey, focusing on audience growth and community engagement. Led content localization strategy to increase regional relevance, creating original and adapted content for the Turkish gaming community. Achieved +74% increase in video views, +47% increase in impressions, and +7% engagement rate growth. Acted as the key liaison between global Microsoft teams and local agencies to ensure brand consistency.
Community Content Specialist at ByteDance - TikTok
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Ensured brand safety by implementing and enforcing content moderation policies for high-volume live video streams. Analyzed emerging user-generated content trends to provide actionable insights to the regional strategy team. Contributed to content safety projects to support the development of enhanced regional roadmaps.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Marmara University
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2021

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications