_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’m an Istanbul-based illustrator, graphic designer, and researcher who works across oil pastel, digital/new media, and material-based production. My practice is rooted in graphic design and illustration, and I enjoy translating research and transdisciplinary thinking into concrete visual languages—whether through pictograms and museum graphics, book covers, or brand identities.…

Arel Siviş

_Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’m an Istanbul-based illustrator, graphic designer, and researcher who works across oil pastel, digital/new media, and material-based production. My practice is rooted in graphic design and illustration, and I enjoy translating research and transdisciplinary thinking into concrete visual languages—whether through pictograms and museum graphics, book covers, or brand identities.…

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I’m an Istanbul-based illustrator, graphic designer, and researcher who works across oil pastel, digital/new media, and material-based production. My practice is rooted in graphic design and illustration, and I enjoy translating research and transdisciplinary thinking into concrete visual languages—whether through pictograms and museum graphics, book covers, or brand identities.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Guest Workshop Instructor at Gebze Technical University, Department of Industrial Design
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Facilitated a hands-on workshop: “Visualization and Pastel Techniques in Design,” focusing on intuitive visualization of materials and sharing professional technique know-how with students.
Cover Designer at Can Yayınları
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Designed covers for the “Kısa Klasikler” (Short Classics) book series, translating editorial tone into strong typographic and illustrative cover solutions.
Illustrator and Brand Identity Designer at Overteam · Fermenta (Türk Tuborg)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Created illustration and brand identity assets for Fermenta under the Overteam collaboration, producing cohesive visual directions.
Graphic Designer at Hasko Trading Inc. / Awkward Styles
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Remote design work for an international brand, supporting graphic design needs across digital and brand materials.
Cover Designer at Can Yayınları (Istanbul)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Cover designs for the “Kısa Klasikler” (Short Classics) book series.
Illustrator and Brand Identity Designer — Fermenta (Türk Tuborg) at Overteam
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Created illustration and brand identity work for Fermenta (Türk Tuborg) projects, contributing visual concepts and production-ready design assets.
Graphic Designer — Awkward Styles (Hasko Trading Inc.) at Hasko Trading Inc. / Awkward Styles
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Remote role based in the USA: supported brand and design production for digital and print outputs, contributing to visual materials aligned with brand needs.
Illustrator and Interface Designer at Pattu Mimarlık
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
For the Çatalhöyük Archaeological Museum project: designed screen interfaces, illustrations, pictograms, and information visualizations that communicate museum content.
Illustrator and Interface Designer — Çatalhöyük Archaeological Museum project at Pattu Mimarlık
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Developed screen interfaces, illustrations, and pictograms for the museum project, including graphics and information visualizations that communicate the museum’s content.
Freelance Illustrator at Hybrid Community (Tekirdağ Rakı)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Produced freelance illustration work for Hybrid Community projects related to Tekirdağ Rakı, creating visuals for campaign/content needs.
Graphic Designer at Manc
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Designed social media content, mailings, lookbooks, and product catalogs; gained practical experience with printing techniques and print production processes.
Illustrator at E.S. Kibele Yarman
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Illustrated for the book project “Renkler ve Şekiller” (Colors and Shapes).
Illustrator and Designer at Mey | Diageo, Yeni Rakı
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Produced illustration and design assets for Mey/Diageo and Yeni Rakı projects, supporting brand visuals and creative production needs.
Painting and Drawing Instructor at Japan Art Center, Istanbul
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Delivered manga drawing and character design courses; prepared curriculum on drawing, anatomy, composition, and character design, guiding students of different ages and levels and presenting student work at term ends.
Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Anason İşleri
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Designed products such as rakı glasses, tablecloths, and posters; created social media visuals for product promotion.
Painting and Drawing Instructor at Japan Art Center (Istanbul)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Taught manga drawing and character design; prepared course content (drawing, anatomy, composition, character design); guided mixed-age groups and presented student work at term end.
Intern at Mixer Gallery (Istanbul)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Illustrator and Graphic Designer at Anason İşleri (Istanbul)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Designed rakı glasses, tablecloths, and posters; produced social media visuals for products.
Intern at Mixer Gallery
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Internship at Mixer Gallery (role details not specified in the resume).
Educational Volunteer (Global Volunteer) at AIESEC Global Volunteer, New Delhi, India
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Ran painting and creative workshops with groups of children as part of an international volunteering educational placement.
AIESEC Global Volunteer at New Delhi, India
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Ran painting and creative workshops with children as part of an international volunteering program.

Education

Master's Degree (Interactive Media Design) at Yıldız Technical University Faculty of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree (Art Education — Graphic Arts) at Marmara University Faculty of Fine Arts Education
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Master's Degree in Interactive Media Design at Yıldız Technical University Faculty of Art and Design
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor's Degree in Art Education (Graphic Arts) at Marmara University Faculty of Fine Arts Education
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
High School Fine Arts at Gaziantep Anadolu Fine Arts High School
January 1, 2012 - September 23, 2026

Qualifications

First Prize — SND (Society for News Design) International Illustration Competition (“Dare to Say”)
January 1, 2018 - September 23, 2026
First Prize, Young Illustrator — “Taş, Kağıt, Makas” (Rock, Paper, Scissors) storybook (Comikon Golden Tamago)
January 1, 2017 - September 23, 2026
New Media Guest Artist Program — Piksel Creative Solutions Digital Creativity Camp
January 1, 2024 - September 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Other