I'm a freelance camera operator and video editor from Turkey, currently traveling through Southeast Asia and spending time in Ho Chi Minh City. As a creative traveler, I'm passionate about gaining new experiences by collaborating on international productions. I've worked on commercials, short films, and music videos, assisting with camera operations. I bring a flexible, open-minded approach and a strong technical understanding to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic, creative teams. I closely follow trends and understand the language of social media. My skill is visual storytelling with a strong ability to sync music and visuals seamlessly. My long-term on-set experience has strengthened my ability to create visually compelling and engaging content.

Melike Karahan

I'm a freelance camera operator and video editor from Turkey, currently traveling through Southeast Asia and spending time in Ho Chi Minh City. As a creative traveler, I'm passionate about gaining new experiences by collaborating on international productions. I've worked on commercials, short films, and music videos, assisting with camera operations. I bring a flexible, open-minded approach and a strong technical understanding to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic, creative teams. I closely follow trends and understand the language of social media. My skill is visual storytelling with a strong ability to sync music and visuals seamlessly. My long-term on-set experience has strengthened my ability to create visually compelling and engaging content.

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I’m a freelance camera operator and video editor from Turkey, currently traveling through Southeast Asia and spending time in Ho Chi Minh City.

As a creative traveler, I’m passionate about gaining new experiences by collaborating on international productions. I’ve worked on commercials, short films, and music videos, assisting with camera operations. I bring a flexible, open-minded approach and a strong technical understanding to every project, and I’m excited to contribute to dynamic, creative teams. I closely follow trends and understand the language of social media. My skill is visual storytelling with a strong ability to sync music and visuals seamlessly. My long-term on-set experience has strengthened my ability to create visually compelling and engaging content.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Video Editor / Social Media Content Creator at UIM Digital Agency
September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021
Part of social media shooting, editing and social media management for clients within a digital communications agency. Prepared impressive reels and posts for YouTube and Instagram. Edited dynamic short-form videos for Instagram Reels and TikTok using CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro. Edited some tutorial videos for YouTube using Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve.
Video Editor at Acun Media Global
December 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
Participated in the editing of international projects such as Survivor and Exatlon for Acun Media Global. Assisted in making cuts, adding music, and completing the edit on raw footage of television projects to fit the flow.
Camera Operator / Camera Assistant at KK/24 Rental House
January 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Worked on different sets and with different equipment every day at a company that rents camera and lighting equipment. Served as assistant and camera operator on music videos, commercials, short films, and feature films, developing problem-solving skills and knowledge of camera gear, grips, and lighting equipment.
Director of Photography at Ateşten Doğan
January 1, 2024 - Present
Operated with Sony FX6 setup and gimbal operations. Responsible for lighting construction appropriate to the scene and framing Ateşten Doğan fragments.
2nd Camera Assistant / Operator at Tantasçi X Başkanlar Korusu
January 1, 2024 - Present
Operated Sony FX3 with Sony G-Master lenses and used a gimbal. Accurate and effective concert shooting with stage lighting.
2nd Camera Assistant at Coca-Cola Türkiye (Ramadan)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Set up monitors and prepare materials; assisted with set flow and provided equipment support.
2nd Camera Assistant at Coca-Cola Türkiye Ramadan 2025
January 1, 2025 - Present
Ramadan shoot on Coca-Cola Türkiye, version 1.
2nd Camera Assistant at Izzet Keribar Documentary
January 1, 2024 - Present
Helped with focus pulling, tripod setup, and follow focus gears; assisted DOP and 1st AC throughout the shoot (not published).

Education

Bachelor's degree in Radio, Television and Cinema at Selçuk University
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Radio and Television Program at Bulent Ecevit University
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet