UZAY (GÜRBÜZ ÇÖMLEKÇİOĞLU)

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I am a creative generalist and interdisciplinary director with a passion for blending art and technology.

About

I am a creative generalist and interdisciplinary director with a passion for blending art and technology. I specialize in XR, AI, game design, animation, and digital strategy, thriving in complex environments where I can integrate diverse skills to bring innovative, ambitious projects to life. I enjoy leading multidisciplinary teams and creating category-defying experiences that merge storytelling with cutting-edge technology.

With a background spanning from interactive entertainment to fashion photography, I have built a versatile portfolio that includes directing AI-driven narrative XR games, immersive live experiences, and interactive fashion projects. I continuously expand my expertise and embrace new challenges in emerging technologies, always aiming to deliver impactful and creative solutions.

  • 18 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Gaming
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods

Work experience· 54 roles

Creative Director & Interactive Storyteller · AnimathinksDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos

Directed interactive animation and VFX projects, managing UX/UI design and narrative development.

Graphic Designer & Animator · BOOXTORYDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos

Designed compelling visual identities, interactive XR animations, and book covers for an innovative bookstore.

Creative Director & Interactive Storyteller · AnimathinksDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos

Directed interactive animation and VFX projects, managing UX/UI design and narrative development.

Graphic Designer & Animator · BOOXTORYDec 2024 – Jul 2025 · 8 mos
Creative Director & Interactive Storyteller · AnimathinksJan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos
Graphic Designer & Animator · BOOXTORYJan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos
Freelance Creative Director, Project Manager, XR Designer, AI Researcher, Executive Interactive Art Producer · QVARXJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos
Freelance Creative Director, Project Manager, XR Designer, AI Researcher, Executive Interactive Art Producer · QVARXJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Education· 24

Bachelor's Degree · Bahçeşehir University2016 – 2019
Master's Degree · Bilgi University, Next Academy2014 – 2016
Undergraduate Degree · Yildiz Technical University2006 – 2012
Undergraduate Degree · Cukurova University2001 – 2005

Certifications and awards· 42

MIT AI and Machine Learning - MIT (edX)2030 – 2025
Unity XR Development Pathway - Unity Learn2030 – 2025
AI for Everyone - DeepLearning.AI (Coursera)2030 – 2025
Elements of AI - University of Helsinki2030 – 2025

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