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I am an award-winning Senior Art Director and Graphic Designer with 15+ years of experience delivering integrated campaigns across international markets. I have worked with globally recognised agency networks such as Leo Burnett, Y&R, DDB and JWT, contributing to campaigns for brands including Samsung, Coca-Cola, P&G, Diageo, McDonald’s, BMW and Kellogg’s. My work has been recognised by Cannes Lions, D&AD, Eurobest, Epica and Effie Awards. Now based in London, I focus on creative direction, brand storytelling and digital content development, combining strategic thinking with hands-on design execution across digital, print and campaign platforms.
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Work Experience
Senior Art Director / Director at Block Design & Marketing
December 1, 2018 - PresentBased in London, responsible for leading creative direction and design across key campaigns for Coca-Cola, Jenson E-cig, Major Holding, Pladis and Ulker, coordinating with international teams to deliver integrated campaigns across digital, print and experiential channels.
Senior Art Director at Leo Burnett Istanbul
May 1, 2010 - November 1, 2018Led creative teams across diverse clients including Altiparmak (Balkovan, Binbircicek), Coca-Cola, Dask, Diageo (Johnny Walker, J&B), GSK, Fiat, Jeep, Kellogg’s (Coco Pops, Corn Flakes, Extra, Special K, Tresor), McDonald’s, and P&G (Always, Aussie, Blendax, EverydayMe, Max Factor). Drove brand storytelling, concept development and campaign execution.
Art Director at Ultra Istanbul
October 1, 2006 - May 1, 2010Conceptualized and executed creative campaigns across Coca-Cola brands (Dogadan, Schweppes, Nestea, Damla) and other clients, strengthening brand presence through integrated print and digital work.
Junior Art Director at RPM/Radar
July 1, 2004 - September 1, 2004Contributed to Istanbul Modern, Superonline and Worldcard campaigns, developing concepts and delivering design executions.
Intern at Y&R Istanbul
June 1, 2003 - September 1, 2003Gained early exposure working on BMW, Burger King, Milka and Meziz campaigns, supporting creative development.
Intern at DDB Istanbul
June 1, 2002 - September 1, 2002Assisted on Bridgestone and Dogan Media Group (Radikal, Milliyet) campaigns, contributing to concept and layout work.
Intern at J. Walter Thompson Istanbul
September 1, 1999 - July 1, 2000Learned the essentials of advertising across the agency; gained experience across creative and strategy.
Education
Bachelor Degree at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Graphic Design Department
September 1, 2001 - June 1, 2005Education Program at Marmara University, Faculty of Education
September 1, 2000 - June 1, 2001Program in Communication at Trakya University, Faculty of Communication
September 1, 1999 - June 1, 2000Qualifications
Adobe Creative Suite 2010
January 1, 2010 - February 28, 2026Adobe XD for Designers
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Designing and Prototyping a Mobile App
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026InDesign: Interactive PDFs
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026InDesign: Interactive Documents
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026InVision Essential Training: Studio
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Principle for UX Design
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Sketch and InVision
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026User Experience for Web Designers
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Adobe Creative Suite 2010
January 1, 2010 - February 28, 2026Adobe XD for Designers
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Designing and Prototyping a Mobile App
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Food Photography Course Mehmet Ates 2015
January 1, 2015 - February 28, 2026InDesign: Interactive PDFs
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026InDesign: Interactive Documents
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026InVision Essential Training: Studio
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Principle for UX Design
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Sketch and InVision
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026User Experience for Web Designers
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Computers & Electronics, Healthcare, Retail, Telecommunications, Education, Wholesale & Distribution, Travel & Hospitality
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