I am a creative and detail-oriented visual storyteller with a passion for photography and video. With experience capturing lifestyle, event, and commercial visuals, I focus on emotion, composition, and brand identity to create compelling stories. I enjoy working both independently and collaboratively on creative sets across different countries. Having worked internationally in Istanbul, Los Angeles, Boston, and Lisbon, I bring a diverse perspective to my projects. I am skilled in videography, video editing, photography, and using AI tools to enhance content creation, always aiming to deliver high-quality and engaging visuals.

Özlem Baş

I am a creative and detail-oriented visual storyteller with a passion for photography and video. With experience capturing lifestyle, event, and commercial visuals, I focus on emotion, composition, and brand identity to create compelling stories. I enjoy working both independently and collaboratively on creative sets across different countries. Having worked internationally in Istanbul, Los Angeles, Boston, and Lisbon, I bring a diverse perspective to my projects. I am skilled in videography, video editing, photography, and using AI tools to enhance content creation, always aiming to deliver high-quality and engaging visuals.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented visual storyteller with a passion for photography and video. With experience capturing lifestyle, event, and commercial visuals, I focus on emotion, composition, and brand identity to create compelling stories. I enjoy working both independently and collaboratively on creative sets across different countries.

Having worked internationally in Istanbul, Los Angeles, Boston, and Lisbon, I bring a diverse perspective to my projects. I am skilled in videography, video editing, photography, and using AI tools to enhance content creation, always aiming to deliver high-quality and engaging visuals.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Intermediate
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

E-commerce Business Owner at Self-employed on Etsy
December 31, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Founded and operated a successful Etsy shop offering personalized laser-cut wooden products. Managed all business aspects including design, customer support, SEO, marketing, and logistics. Maintained shop performance while living in multiple countries (USA & Portugal). Adapted to changing algorithms and consumer trends using data-driven strategies.
Art Director – Film & Media Industry at Freelance
December 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025
Designed and managed the visual identity of commercial and film productions. Collaborated with directors and cinematographers for set design, props, and styling. Developed a strong aesthetic sense and organizational skills through production workflows.
Freelance Videographer & Editor at Self-employed
January 1, 2013 - Present
Filmed and edited wedding & event videos for clients across Europe and Turkey. Shot and edited short-form videos for social media platforms such as YouTube Shorts, Reels, and TikTok. Proficient in Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, and DaVinci Resolve for color grading, sound synchronization, and transitions. Created storytelling-driven visuals for travel and brand projects, and utilized voice-over and AI tools like ElevenLabs for content creation.
Freelance Photographer at Self-employed
December 31, 2018 - July 15, 2025
Conducted product and lifestyle shoots for Etsy stores and social media clients. Performed portrait and event photography including weddings, gatherings, and concerts. Edited photos using Adobe Photoshop and delivered high-quality, fast-turnaround images for digital and print media.

Education

Bachelor’s degree at Marmara University – Faculty of Communication
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2008
Associate Degree at Santa Monica College – Media Studies
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other