Hello, I am Hanife Dak. Born in Istanbul in 1999, I have pursued a career that integrates my passion for visual arts with professional design skills. I completed my academic journey in the Department of Art Education at Marmara University, establishing a strong artistic foundation. I currently reside in Germany and continue my creative work from here. Following my graduation, I started my journey in graphic design and illustration, garnering three years of private sector experience in these fields. This corporate project experience encompasses the management of design processes, the creation of branding identities, and the development of various illustrations.…

Hanife Dak

Hello, I am Hanife Dak. Born in Istanbul in 1999, I have pursued a career that integrates my passion for visual arts with professional design skills. I completed my academic journey in the Department of Art Education at Marmara University, establishing a strong artistic foundation. I currently reside in Germany and continue my creative work from here. Following my graduation, I started my journey in graphic design and illustration, garnering three years of private sector experience in these fields. This corporate project experience encompasses the management of design processes, the creation of branding identities, and the development of various illustrations.…

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Hello, I am Hanife Dak. Born in Istanbul in 1999, I have pursued a career that integrates my passion for visual arts with professional design skills. I completed my academic journey in the Department of Art Education at Marmara University, establishing a strong artistic foundation. I currently reside in Germany and continue my creative work from here. Following my graduation, I started my journey in graphic design and illustration, garnering three years of private sector experience in these fields. This corporate project experience encompasses the management of design processes, the creation of branding identities, and the development of various illustrations.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
German
Beginner
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Visual art teacher at ECA elginkan high school
January 23, 2022 - September 23, 2022
Illustrator/ Art Director at ACR Design
October 1, 2022 - November 30, 2025
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Yıldız Printing
January 1, 2016 - Present
Intern Graphic Designer at a printing company; gained experience in design and production workflows.
Graphic Designer (Intern) at Bilimon Advertising Agency
January 1, 2016 - Present
Intern Graphic Designer at an advertising agency; worked on design projects.
Visual Art Teacher at Okyanus College
January 1, 2019 - Present
Visual Art teaching role at a private college.
Graphic Designer/Illustrator at Bostancı Atatürk Secondary School
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Graphic designer and illustrator at a secondary school, contributing artwork.
at ECA Elginkan Anatolian High School
January 1, 2022 - Present
Worked at ECA Elginkan Anatolian High School in 2022.
Graphic Designer at ACR Design
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Graphic Designer at ACR Design.
Visual Art Teacher at ECA Elginkan Anatolian High School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Taught visual arts at high school level.
Graphic Designer/Illustrator at ACR Design
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Freelance/employee at design studio, creating graphic design and illustration work.
Visual Art Teacher at ECA Eglinkin Anatolian High School
January 1, 2022 - Present
Taught visual arts to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of art while integrating practical projects to engage their creativity.
Visual Art Teacher at Bostancı Atatürk Secondary School
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2021
Fostered a supportive learning environment in visual arts, emphasizing individual expression through diverse art forms.
Graphic Designer at Yıldız Printing
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Contributed to design projects, focusing on creative layouts and visual storytelling, effectively collaborating with clients to bring their ideas to life.

Education

Visual Art Teacher at Marmara University
September 15, 2017 - September 23, 2022
Graphic Design and Photography at Maltepe Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Art Teaching at Marmara University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
High School Diploma at Maltepe Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Arts in Art Teaching at Marmara University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022
Art Education at Marmara University
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Art Teaching at Marmara University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

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    uniE621 Illustrated Poster Design
    Custom poster design and digital illustration for professional magicians and illusionists. Every detail, from the central characters to the intricate background elements, was hand-drawn digitally. I handled the entire creative process, including layout, typography, and color grading, to create a mysterious and captivating visual identity for the stage.…
    uniE621 Hanife Dak - Character Design Works
    Character design project for a children's storybook. I developed these characters to reflect unique personalities through their poses, facial expressions, and costumes. The goal was to create a consistent visual style that enhances the storytelling experience and sparks imagination in children aged 3-8. illustrator childrensbookdesigner…
    uniE621 Hanife Dak - Character Design Works
    Character design project for a children's storybook. I developed these characters to reflect unique personalities through their poses, facial expressions, and costumes. The goal was to create a consistent visual style that enhances the storytelling experience and sparks imagination in children aged 3-8. illustrator childrensbookdesigner…