I’m Çisem, a multidisciplinary designer and educator based in Berlin, merging architecture, graphic design, and digital storytelling to create spaces and visuals that connect with people. I collaborate with brands and institutions worldwide, leading art direction, graphic design, and 3D visualization projects across print, web, and social media. Beyond client work, I teach and mentor at universities and studios, explore experimental design practices, and continually develop my craft in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, and digital illustration. I thrive on collaborative projects that blend research, pedagogy, and creative production to shape meaningful environments and experiences.…

Çisem İncili

I’m Çisem, a multidisciplinary designer and educator based in Berlin, merging architecture, graphic design, and digital storytelling to create spaces and visuals that connect with people. I collaborate with brands and institutions worldwide, leading art direction, graphic design, and 3D visualization projects across print, web, and social media. Beyond client work, I teach and mentor at universities and studios, explore experimental design practices, and continually develop my craft in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, and digital illustration. I thrive on collaborative projects that blend research, pedagogy, and creative production to shape meaningful environments and experiences.…

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I’m Çisem, a multidisciplinary designer and educator based in Berlin, merging architecture, graphic design, and digital storytelling to create spaces and visuals that connect with people. I collaborate with brands and institutions worldwide, leading art direction, graphic design, and 3D visualization projects across print, web, and social media.

Beyond client work, I teach and mentor at universities and studios, explore experimental design practices, and continually develop my craft in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, and digital illustration. I thrive on collaborative projects that blend research, pedagogy, and creative production to shape meaningful environments and experiences.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer & Art Director at Independent / International Clients
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provide freelance graphic design and art direction for international clients; branding, visual identity, and content creation across print and digital media.
Art Director at Balmain Hair Couture Turkey
January 1, 2025 - October 23, 2025
Art Director overseeing visual branding, campaigns, and product packaging for the Turkish market.
Content Creator & Graphic and Web Designer at Distribution Group
January 1, 2025 - October 23, 2025
Content creation and graphic/web design for marketing and digital platforms.
Lecturer at Architecture and Interior Design at Altınbaş University
January 1, 2024 - October 23, 2025
Lectured in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, and Presentation Principles.
Freelance Architect, 3D Artist at Lyon
January 1, 2020 - October 23, 2025
Freelance architect and 3D artist in Lyon.
Research Assistant at Istanbul Kültür University
January 1, 2018 - October 23, 2025
Research assistant.
Project Manager at CBRE
January 1, 2017 - October 23, 2025
Project manager responsibilities in property and project management.
Architect, Visual Artist at Loft Architects
January 1, 2016 - October 23, 2025
Architect and visual artist.
Architect, Construction Manager at Bizler Group
January 1, 2015 - October 23, 2025
Construction management and architectural work.
Restoration Architect at Altıparmak Mimarlık
January 1, 2015 - October 23, 2025
Restoration architecture.
Junior Project Manager at CBRE
January 1, 2014 - October 23, 2025
Junior PM.
Junior Architect at Studyometrics
January 1, 2013 - October 23, 2025
Junior architect.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Art Director at International
January 1, 2020 - Present
Freelance graphic design and art direction for international clients, delivering brand identities, publications, and digital visuals.
Art Director at Balmain Hair Couture Turkey
December 31, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Art direction for brand campaigns and visual assets in Turkey, coordinating visuals across channels.
Content Creator & Graphic and Web Designer at Distribution Group
December 31, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Content creation and graphic/web design for marketing and digital campaigns in Istanbul.
Lecturer at Architecture and Interior Design at Altınbaş University
December 31, 2024 - October 26, 2025
Lecturing courses in AutoCAD, Photoshop, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, and presentation principles; coordinating design projects.
Freelance Architect, 3D Artist at Lyon
December 31, 2020 - October 26, 2025
Freelance architectural design and 3D visualization work for diverse clients in Lyon.
Research Assistant at İstanbul Kültür University
December 31, 2018 - October 26, 2025
Research assistant contributing to architectural projects and academic work in Istanbul.
Project Manager at CBRE
December 31, 2017 - October 26, 2025
Project management support for architectural and interior projects in Istanbul.
Architect, Visual Artist at Loft Architects
December 31, 2016 - October 26, 2025
Architectural design work and visual art projects in Istanbul.
Architect, Construction Manager at Bizler Group
December 31, 2015 - October 26, 2025
Architectural design and construction management for projects in Istanbul.
Restoration Architect at Altıparmak Mimarlık
December 31, 2015 - October 26, 2025
Restoration architectural work for historic structures and conservation projects.
Junior Project Manager at CBRE
December 31, 2014 - October 26, 2025
Assisted in project management tasks for architectural/interior projects.
Junior Architect at Studyometrics
December 31, 2013 - October 26, 2025
Junior architectural work contributing to projects and research.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Art Director at Freelance / International
January 1, 2020 - November 12, 2025
Art Director at Balmain Hair Couture Turkey
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Content Creator & Graphic and Web Designer at Distribution Group
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Lecturer at Architecture and Interior Design at Altınbaş University
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Freelance Architect, 3D Artist at Lyon (Freelance)
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Research Assistant at Istanbul Kültür University
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Project Manager at CBRE
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Architect, Visual Artist at Loft Architects
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Architect, Construction Manager at Bizler Group
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Restoration Architect at Altıparmak Mimarlık
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Junior Project Manager at CBRE
December 31, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Junior Architect at Studyometrics
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Freelance Graphic Designer & Art Director at International (Freelance)
January 1, 2020 - November 12, 2025
Provide graphic design, branding and art direction services for international clients across multiple industries.
Freelance Architect, 3D Artist at Lyon
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Freelance architecture and 3D art projects in Lyon.
Research Assistant at İstanbul Kültür University
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Research assistant in architecture/interior design projects.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Art Director at Freelance (International clients)
January 1, 2020 - November 12, 2025
Provide graphic design, art direction, and visual storytelling services for international clients across branding, campaigns, and digital media.
Lecturer at Altınbaş University
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Lecturer in Architecture and Interior Design; taught Autocad, Photoshop, Sketchup, 3Ds Max, and presentation principles; led design studios.
Freelance Architect & 3D Artist at Lyon (Freelance)
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Architectural design and 3D visualization for clients in Lyon.
Architect & Visual Artist at Loft Architects
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Architectural design and visual art projects; concept development and visual storytelling.
Architect & Construction Manager at Bizler Group
December 31, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Architectural design and construction management; on-site coordination and supervision.

Education

PhD in Sociology at TU Berlin
January 1, 2024 - October 23, 2025
Master in Architectural Design at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Erasmus Exchange Program at Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Lyon
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor in Architecture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2017
PhD at TU Berlin
January 1, 2024 - October 26, 2025
Master in Architectural Design at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Erasmus Exchange Program at Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Lyon
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor in Architecture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2017
PhD in Sociology at TU Berlin
January 1, 2024 - November 12, 2025
Master in Architectural Design at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Erasmus Exchange Program at Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Lyon
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor in Architecture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2017
PhD in Sociology at TU Berlin
January 1, 2024 - November 12, 2025
Master in Architectural Design at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Erasmus Exchange Program at Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Lyon
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Bachelor in Architecture at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

B2 German
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025
C1 English Certificate – IELTS
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025
B2 French Certificate – DELF
January 11, 2030 - October 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet

Skills

Experience Level