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Hi, I'm Sergen Kahraman Çotak, a passionate film editor and sound designer currently pursuing my Master's in Montage (Film Editing) at the Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. With a strong background in molecular biology and genetics, I also have a deep love for music, especially jazz, and frequently perform as a bass player. My experience spans sound design, mixing, and film editing for independent short films, and I enjoy blending my musical talents with film through live improvisational performances. I am dedicated to creating compelling audio-visual experiences and have developed advanced technical skills in various editing and sound design tools. Besides my artistic pursuits, I have also actively contributed to human rights advocacy and enjoy collaborating with diverse creative communities. I look forward to continuing my growth in film and sound, while exploring new opportunities to merge my scientific, musical, and cinematic interests.…Hi, I'm Sergen Kahraman Çotak, a passionate film editor and sound designer currently pursuing my Master's in Montage (Film Editing) at the Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. With a strong background in molecular biology and genetics, I also have a deep love for music, especially jazz, and frequently perform as a bass player. My experience spans sound design, mixing, and film editing for independent short films, and I enjoy blending my musical talents with film through live improvisational performances. I am dedicated to creating compelling audio-visual experiences and have developed advanced technical skills in various editing and sound design tools. Besides my artistic pursuits, I have also actively contributed to human rights advocacy and enjoy collaborating with diverse creative communities. I look forward to continuing my growth in film and sound, while exploring new opportunities to merge my scientific, musical, and cinematic interests.

Sergen Kahraman Çotak

Sound Designer, Film Editor, Musician, +3

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Hi, I'm Sergen Kahraman Çotak, a passionate film editor and sound designer currently pursuing my Master's in Montage (Film Editing) at the Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. With a strong background in molecular biology and genetics, I also have a deep love for music, especially jazz, and frequently perform as a bass player. My experience spans sound design, mixing, and film editing for independent short films, and I enjoy blending my musical talents with film through live improvisational performances. I am dedicated to creating compelling audio-visual experiences and have developed advanced technical skills in various editing and sound design tools. Besides my artistic pursuits, I have also actively contributed to human rights advocacy and enjoy collaborating with diverse creative communities. I look forward to continuing my growth in film and sound, while exploring new opportunities to merge my scientific, musical, and cinematic interests.…Hi, I'm Sergen Kahraman Çotak, a passionate film editor and sound designer currently pursuing my Master's in Montage (Film Editing) at the Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. With a strong background in molecular biology and genetics, I also have a deep love for music, especially jazz, and frequently perform as a bass player. My experience spans sound design, mixing, and film editing for independent short films, and I enjoy blending my musical talents with film through live improvisational performances. I am dedicated to creating compelling audio-visual experiences and have developed advanced technical skills in various editing and sound design tools. Besides my artistic pursuits, I have also actively contributed to human rights advocacy and enjoy collaborating with diverse creative communities. I look forward to continuing my growth in film and sound, while exploring new opportunities to merge my scientific, musical, and cinematic interests.

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Hi, I’m Sergen Kahraman Çotak, a passionate film editor and sound designer currently pursuing my Master’s in Montage (Film Editing) at the Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague. With a strong background in molecular biology and genetics, I also have a deep love for music, especially jazz, and frequently perform as a bass player. My experience spans sound design, mixing, and film editing for independent short films, and I enjoy blending my musical talents with film through live improvisational performances.

I am dedicated to creating compelling audio-visual experiences and have developed advanced technical skills in various editing and sound design tools. Besides my artistic pursuits, I have also actively contributed to human rights advocacy and enjoy collaborating with diverse creative communities. I look forward to continuing my growth in film and sound, while exploring new opportunities to merge my scientific, musical, and cinematic interests.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Language

English

Advanced

Turkish

Fluent

Work Experience

Instructor at FAMU

January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Delivered an intensive ten-hour course on Film Sound Design & Mixing as an instructor, sharing expertise and guiding students through practical insights in sound design.

Sound Designer & Mixer (Freelance) at Independent Short Film Projects

January 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024

Worked as a sound designer and mixer on independent short film projects. Responsibilities included dialogue editing, audio restoration, foley, sound effects, background and 5.1 mixing.

Film Editor (Freelance) at Independent Short Films

January 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024

Edited independent short films primarily produced by film schools and independent filmmakers.

Musician - Bass Player at Raffles Hotel Istanbul

January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023

Performed regular jazz music gigs as a bass player, showcasing musical skill and improvisational ability.

Guest Service Agent/Guide at İKSV, Borusan Müzik Evi, Charmenko, Pozitif

January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2023

Provided assistance and organized schedules for foreign musicians during their stay in Istanbul. Managed problem solving, time management for shows, and served as a liaison between artists and production teams. Collaborated in concerts and festivals including Måneskin, Bill Evans, Yin Yin.

Production Runner at İKSV

September 21, 2022 - September 21, 2022

Served as runner for the Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds 2022 Istanbul concert, offering private assistance to crew and solving problems promptly as needed.