I am Selinay Girgin, a multidisciplinary industrial designer based in Porto. I create functional and visually compelling furniture, 3D models, and digital interfaces, blending handmade craft with modern design tools to solve real-world problems. Over the past few years I have gained experience across internships and freelancing, from ceramics design to branding and photography, always aiming to deliver thoughtful, user-centered designs. I'm passionate about learning, collaborating with diverse teams, and turning ideas into tangible prototypes. I enjoy exploring new materials and digital workflows to craft design concepts that are both beautiful and usable.…

Selinay Girgin

I am Selinay Girgin, a multidisciplinary industrial designer based in Porto. I create functional and visually compelling furniture, 3D models, and digital interfaces, blending handmade craft with modern design tools to solve real-world problems. Over the past few years I have gained experience across internships and freelancing, from ceramics design to branding and photography, always aiming to deliver thoughtful, user-centered designs. I'm passionate about learning, collaborating with diverse teams, and turning ideas into tangible prototypes. I enjoy exploring new materials and digital workflows to craft design concepts that are both beautiful and usable.…

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I am Selinay Girgin, a multidisciplinary industrial designer based in Porto. I create functional and visually compelling furniture, 3D models, and digital interfaces, blending handmade craft with modern design tools to solve real-world problems. Over the past few years I have gained experience across internships and freelancing, from ceramics design to branding and photography, always aiming to deliver thoughtful, user-centered designs.

I’m passionate about learning, collaborating with diverse teams, and turning ideas into tangible prototypes. I enjoy exploring new materials and digital workflows to craft design concepts that are both beautiful and usable.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Product Designer at Concepto Verde
October 1, 2023 - November 5, 2025
Designed interactive 3D models for websites with UX/UI alignment; created product visuals using Blender and Rhino; developed visually appealing and functional interfaces by combining 3D elements.
Product Design Intern at Goldmaster / Electronics Design & Production
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
Created 3D models and designed electronic interfaces and products; contributed to the development of new product concepts and prototypes; supported prototype tests to ensure functionality, usability, and reliability.
Photographer at Old Abe’s Old Time Portraits
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Carried out photography-related duties in an old-fashioned costume studio, capturing the essence of historic periods.
Graphic Designer at Bitlo
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Produced visual content for digital marketing and managed social media platforms; developed visuals aligned with the brand's strategy across multiple channels.
Design Intern at The Keep Shop
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Learned traditional and modern design techniques under experienced professionals; engaged in a month-long internship, focusing on Kilim design and application; presented concepts to the team and iterated based on feedback.
Industrial Design Intern at The Keep Shop
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Learned traditional and modern design techniques under the guidance of experienced professionals; completed a month-long internship focusing on Kilim design and its applications; presented concepts and received feedback.
Industrial Designer at Koleksiyon Mobilya
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Designed furniture and 3D concepts; collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop user-centered product concepts and prototypes; analyzed market trends and feedback to inform new designs.
Industrial Design Intern at Kale Seramik / Ceramics Design & Production
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Designed magazine covers and content for Kale Seramik's publications; participated in projects at Kale Art and Design Center to deepen knowledge of ceramic art and design; assisted in organizing exhibitions at the center.
Kale Seramik – Industrial Design Intern at Kale Seramik
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Designed magazine covers and content for Kale Seramik's publications; assisted in organizing exhibitions at the Kale Art and Design Center, gaining hands-on experience in ceramics design and production.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

UX/UI Design Industry Training
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Art and Creative Mind
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Future Data Analytics: Future Agility, Future Solution Generation and Future at TOFAŞ
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Paragliding Piloting
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
UX/UI Design Industrial Training
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Foundations of User Experience Design
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Art and Creative Mind
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Future Data Analytics, Future Agility, Future Solution Generation
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025
Paragliding Pilot Training
January 11, 2030 - November 5, 2025

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Education, Software & Internet