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Multirole Creative | Writer & EditorIstanbul, Turkey
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Multirole Creative | Writer & EditorIstanbul, Turkey
About me
Multirole Creative, Writer, and Content Strategist with 5+ years in luxury advertising and media, specializing in storytelling and brand architecture in arts, fashion, and lifestyle. With innovative content direction and editorial expertise, I excel in global audience engagement and cross-cultural projects. Skilled in curating and producing content for digital, print, and social media, I also bring proven experience in leading creative initiatives and conceptualizing artist collaborations as well as content strategy for art exhibitions and cultural events.
Work history
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    Contributing EditorSoli | Aposto!
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul-based collective magazine documenting cities through their neighborhoods and communities, publishing at Aposto! • Leads monthly interview selection for Soli Newsletter (Turkish & English editions), driving reader engagement. • Manages content creation & editing across Soli brand & neighborhood newsletters, ensuring brand consistency and quality. • Develops social media strategy, boosting brand awareness through engaging content.
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    Head of ContentISTANBUL'74 ARTS & CULTURE PLATFORM
    Istanbul, TurkeyFull Time
    Multidisciplinary platform fostering cultural projects and collaborations worldwide, utilizing a network of influential artists, creative minds, tastemakers, and high-value brands. Development and implementation of quarterly content and communication strategies to enhance the platform’s digital footprint. Cross-team planning in a fast-paced environment to produce and execute innovative content across diverse media, including social platforms and print publications. • Spearheads the development and refinement of brand and content strategies for international clients in the arts, design, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, significantly elevating their market presence. • Collaborates on high-profile art exhibitions, fairs, and cultural festivals, introducing forward-thinking curatorial approaches and strategic content visions. • Wears multiple hats focusing on multitasking to support hitting turnaround times on large-scale projects. • Maintains multi-functional relationships across the organization by establishing efficient collaborations with relevant stakeholders.
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Skills
  • Journalism
  • Creative Advertising
  • Editorial Concepts
  • Writing
  • Editing
  • Visual Communication
  • Cultural Communications
  • Creative Direction
  • Digital Strategy
  • Marketing
Education
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    Bachelor of Arts (BA) İstanbul Kültür University
     - Istanbul, Turkey
    English Language & Literature High Honors, Scholarship Activities and societies: Alto at IKU Polyphonic Choir, Member of the Board at IKU Music Club • Graduated with distinction as the third-highest GPA in the Department of Science & Letters. • With the IKU Choir, performed in concerts and workshops in Istanbul, New York City, New Haven, and Chicago, collaborating with Yale University, the Chicago School of Music, and Northwestern University. • Starred in "Staging Henry VIII" and curated the play's soundtrack.