Hi, I’m Melisa Çelik, a Istanbul-based visual designer, photographer, and illustrator. I blend graphic design, photography, and storytelling to create engaging visuals for brands, events, and exhibitions. I love collaborating with teams and freelancing on creative projects—from posters and branding to digital experiences at museums and fairs. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me behind the camera orCurating immersive installations.

Melisa Çelik

Hi, I’m Melisa Çelik, a Istanbul-based visual designer, photographer, and illustrator. I blend graphic design, photography, and storytelling to create engaging visuals for brands, events, and exhibitions. I love collaborating with teams and freelancing on creative projects—from posters and branding to digital experiences at museums and fairs. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me behind the camera orCurating immersive installations.

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Hi, I’m Melisa Çelik, a Istanbul-based visual designer, photographer, and illustrator. I blend graphic design, photography, and storytelling to create engaging visuals for brands, events, and exhibitions.

I love collaborating with teams and freelancing on creative projects—from posters and branding to digital experiences at museums and fairs. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me behind the camera orCurating immersive installations.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Artist at Energy Museum
May 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Created and presented visual art installations as part of museum exhibitions; collaborated with curators to develop display concepts.
Photography Exhibition Supervisor at 212 Photography Exhibition
October 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Oversaw exhibition setup and photography-related operations, coordinated logistics and artist communications.
Graphic Designer at Kombi Makine International Fair
December 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Designed graphics for international fairs and events, including marketing materials and booth visuals.
Graphic Designer / Artist Photographer at Bir Baba Indie Music Company
May 1, 2025 - Present
Created graphic assets and photographs for music projects; contributed as designer and photographer; freelance art director/curator; event organizer.
Visual Artist at Dijital Deneyim Merkezi
June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Created visual content for digital experiences and immersive exhibits, collaborating with designers and curators to develop engaging installations.
Visual Artist at Musixmatch
August 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Produced visuals and supported art direction for marketing campaigns and product launches.
Exhibition Supervisor at 212 Photography Exhibition
October 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Supervised setup and operations of a photography exhibition, coordinating volunteers and schedules.
Designer at Kombi Makine International Fair
December 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Participated in booth design and visual materials for the international fair.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication Design at Istanbul Bilgi University
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
High School Diploma at TED Istanbul College
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Bachelor's Degree in Visual Communication Design at Istanbul Bilgi University
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
High School Diploma at TED Istanbul College
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Qualifications

Stage Technician Training
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
BTEC Art & Design
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Minus Green Short Film Course
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
Professional Camera Training
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026
ISMEK Sound Technologies Course
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other