As an experienced Art Director and design lead, I specialize in visual identity, layout, and editorial design, with an expanded skill set in UI design. My approach is modern, well-structured, and rooted in the latest trends, ensuring that every project is both aesthetically compelling and strategically effective. I believe in the power of a holistic design process, where every element works in harmony to create meaningful and cohesive experiences. Please check my portfolio to see all my projects. (_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) All my best. Melahat.

Melahat Çakir

As an experienced Art Director and design lead, I specialize in visual identity, layout, and editorial design, with an expanded skill set in UI design. My approach is modern, well-structured, and rooted in the latest trends, ensuring that every project is both aesthetically compelling and strategically effective. I believe in the power of a holistic design process, where every element works in harmony to create meaningful and cohesive experiences. Please check my portfolio to see all my projects. (_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_) All my best. Melahat.

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As an experienced Art Director and design lead, I specialize in visual identity, layout, and editorial design, with an expanded skill set in UI design. My approach is modern, well-structured, and rooted in the latest trends, ensuring that every project is both aesthetically compelling and strategically effective. I believe in the power of a holistic design process, where every element works in harmony to create meaningful and cohesive experiences. Please check my portfolio to see all my projects. (Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup)

All my best.
Melahat.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Print & Production Supervisor at ORIFLAME
March 1, 2023 - October 22, 2025
Oversee print and production of catalogs for six countries in Turkey & Africa. Lead a team of five (retouchers and text layout editors) and liaise with art directors, designers, translators and copywriters. Develop annual time schedules and monthly plans, coordinate between internal and external departments, monitor print quality, and manage budgets and invoices. Coordinate with print houses in Poland, Egypt, Turkey, and Nigeria and manage shipping timelines.
Global Creative Manager at ORIFLAME
March 1, 2023 - Present
Lead an international, multidisciplinary team (Art Directors, Graphic Designers, Retouchers, Copywriters) and manage the creative process for monthly product catalogs localized to Turkey, Morocco, Egypt, Tunisia, and Nigeria. Provide creative direction, ensure visual consistency with global branding, oversee timelines and budgets, and collaborate with Marketing, Campaign Planning, and Category teams to drive brand awareness and regional relevance.
Senior Art Director at AVON
February 1, 2018 - October 22, 2025
Create concepts and layout designs for the Fashion & Home department campaigns. Manage product shootings and guide regional photography teams. Collaborate with regional category teams to align layouts with strategy and maintain global design standards while sharing insights across markets.
Art Director at CO Produksiyon
April 1, 2015 - October 22, 2025
Manage the design and print production process for the monthly Xoxo magazine and two other sector magazines from concept to final output. Design editorial pages, collaborate with editors and photographers, and produce brand-oriented advertorials for clients while ensuring print-ready assets.
Graphic Designer at Koleksiyon Mobilya
October 1, 2012 - October 22, 2025
Design the company’s print and digital materials including catalogs, advertisements, mailings, and more. Collaborate with departments and photographers to maintain a coherent design language, and develop concepts for national and international design fairs while coordinating with public relations, advertising, and social media agencies.

Education

Bachelor - Graphic Design (Erasmus Programme) at Zlin Tomas Bata University
May 1, 2013 - April 1, 2015
Bachelor - Graphic Design Department (Double Major) at Yeditepe University
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Bachelor - Advertising Design and Communication at Yeditepe University
September 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality