I am a first-year BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship student with a strong interest in pricing, data analytics, and financial services. I am currently pursuing a data analytics course that covers Google Sheets, SQL, and Python, and I enjoy applying data-driven problem solving to real-world business challenges. I bring a diverse background across digital media, research, and business operations. I am detail-oriented, analytically minded, and motivated to build a career in pricing and analytics within the insurance sector.

Duygu Söylemez Akbaba

I am a first-year BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship student with a strong interest in pricing, data analytics, and financial services. I am currently pursuing a data analytics course that covers Google Sheets, SQL, and Python, and I enjoy applying data-driven problem solving to real-world business challenges. I bring a diverse background across digital media, research, and business operations. I am detail-oriented, analytically minded, and motivated to build a career in pricing and analytics within the insurance sector.

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I am a first-year BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship student with a strong interest in pricing, data analytics, and financial services. I am currently pursuing a data analytics course that covers Google Sheets, SQL, and Python, and I enjoy applying data-driven problem solving to real-world business challenges.

I bring a diverse background across digital media, research, and business operations. I am detail-oriented, analytically minded, and motivated to build a career in pricing and analytics within the insurance sector.

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Language

English
Advanced
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Social Media Manager at Self-employed / Omis Hair and Nish & Co.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented social media strategies for brands such as Omis Hair and Nish & Co., focusing on increasing brand visibility and engagement through targeted campaigns and creative content.
Video Editor at Londra Mahallesi
January 1, 2017 - September 6, 2025
Edited and produced high-quality video content for online media, contributing to a 30% increase in audience engagement.
Photographer at Vision Photography
January 1, 2011 - Present
Managed a photography business focusing on weddings, parties, and portraits, building a solid client base through creative work and excellent customer service.
Reporter and Editor at AJANS BRITANYA
January 1, 2011 - September 6, 2025
Researched, wrote, and edited news articles for publication, maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
Program Planning at MTV TURKEY
January 1, 2010 - September 6, 2025
Assisted in program scheduling and planning, contributing to a streamlined content delivery process.
Reporter and Editor at HAYAT TV
January 1, 2009 - September 6, 2025
Conducted interviews, wrote articles, and supported editorial teams in delivering timely news content.
Journalist at EVRENSEL NEWSPAPER
January 1, 2009 - September 6, 2025
Covered local and national stories, delivering impactful journalism that resonated with the audience.
Social Media Manager at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented social media strategies for brands such as Omis Hair and Nish & Co., focusing on increasing brand visibility and engagement through targeted campaigns and creative content.
Video Editor at Londra Mahallesi
December 31, 2017 - September 6, 2025
Edited and produced high-quality video content for online media, contributing to a 30% increase in audience engagement.
Photographer / Owner at VISION PHOTOGRAPHY
January 1, 2011 - Present
Managed a photography business focusing on weddings, parties, and portraits, building a solid client base through creative work and excellent customer service.
Reporter and Editor at AJANS BRITANYA
December 31, 2011 - September 6, 2025
Researched, wrote, and edited news articles for publication, maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
Program Planning at MTV TURKEY
December 31, 2010 - September 6, 2025
Assisted in program scheduling and planning, contributing to a streamlined content delivery process.
Reporter and Editor at HAYAT TV
December 31, 2009 - September 6, 2025
Conducted interviews, wrote articles, and supported editorial teams in delivering timely news content.
Journalist at EVRENSEL NEWSPAPER
December 31, 2009 - September 6, 2025
Covered local and national stories, delivering impactful journalism that resonated with the audience.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Various brands (Omis Hair, Nish & Co.)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented data-informed social media strategies; analysed engagement metrics and campaign performance to improve visibility and audience reach; translated performance data into actionable insights to support business objectives
Business Owner at Vision Photography
January 1, 2011 - Present
Managed end-to-end business operations including pricing, client management, and service delivery; built and maintained a loyal client base through quality delivery and strong customer relationships; developed commercial awareness, cost control, and revenue-focused decision-making
Video Editor at Londra Mahallesi
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Edited and produced digital video content, contributing to a measurable increase in audience engagement; worked with performance feedback and content metrics to refine output quality
Reporter & Editor at Ajans Britanya
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Conducted research, analysed information, and produced accurate written content under deadlines
Programme Planning Assistant at MTV Turkey
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
Supported programme scheduling and planning processes; gained exposure to operational planning and coordination
Reporter & Journalist at Hayat TV / Evrensel Newspaper
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Conducted interviews, analysed information sources, and delivered structured written reports
Freelance Social Media Manager at Various brands including Omis Hair and Nish & Co.
January 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented data-informed social media strategies; analysed engagement metrics and campaign performance to improve visibility and audience reach; translated performance data into actionable insights to support business objectives.

Education

Global Business and Entrepreneurship at Oxford Brookes University
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Internet Journalism and New Media at Istanbul Aydin University
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008
High School at Nisantasi Nuri Akin Lisesi
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor/Master type not specified at Oxford Brookes University
January 1, 2024 - September 6, 2025
Bachelor at Istanbul Aydin University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
High School Diploma at Nisantasi Nuri Akin Lisesi, Istanbul
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004
BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Foundation Year) at Oxford Brookes University (via Global Banking School)
January 1, 2024 - January 28, 2026
Internet Journalism and New Media at Istanbul Aydin University, Turkey
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008
High School Diploma at Nişantaşı Nuri Akın High School, Istanbul
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004
BA (Hons) Global Business and Entrepreneurship (Foundation Year) at Oxford Brookes University (via Global Banking School)
January 1, 2024 - January 28, 2026
Internet Journalism and New Media at Istanbul Aydin University, Turkey
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
High School Diploma at Nişantaşı Nuri Akın High School, Istanbul
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2004

Qualifications

Public Relations and Advertising
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Dreamweaver and Web Design
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Video Production
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Studio Photography
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Public Relations and Advertising (Bogazici University)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Dreamweaver and Web Design (Greenwich Community College)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Video Production (Greenwich Community College)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Studio Photography (Greenwich Community College)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Final Cut (London Academy of Media Film TV)
January 11, 2030 - September 6, 2025
Public Relations and Advertising – Boğaziçi University
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Web Design (Dreamweaver) – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Video Production – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Studio Photography – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Final Cut – London Academy of Media Film TV
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Data Analytics Course (Ongoing) – Google Sheets | SQL | Python
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Google Sheets – Data Cleaning, Formulas, Dashboards, Analysis
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Public Relations and Advertising – Boğaziçi University
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Web Design (Dreamweaver) – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Video Production – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Studio Photography – Greenwich Community College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
Final Cut – London Academy of Media Film TV
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

Industry Experience

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