About me

Yiğit Günel is an award-winning multidisciplinary photographer, who concentrated on people-based stories with his images. His meticulous approach to lighting and focus on capturing genuine moments can be seen through his personal projects and portraiture for editorial and advertising. He is one of the photographers taking part in the London Creative Network Artist Development Programme in 2021 with Four Corners. Proudly Dyslexic. AGENCIES Kilimanjaro, Buzzbar, Y&R, BBDO, Medina Turgul DDB, TBWA, Alice BBDO, Cheil, McCann Erickson, Ogilvy&Mather, Team Red, Wanda Digital, Brandista, MARKA CLIENTS Commercial: Vodafone, Samsung, 3M, Beko, Miller, KFC, Ulker, Pedigree, Ikea, Generali, Waldo, Mr Start, Pip n Nut, Rexona (Sure), YKK, Turkiye Is Bankasi, Virgin Radio, Caykur, Digiturk /BeIn Connect Editorial: GQ, Startups Magazine, Red Bull, Skylife, Elle Decor, Brava Casa, Sabah Newspaper

QuestionsProjectsExperienceTeam

• Looking for a Hair and Makeup artist for a fashion photography shoot on 28-29th July! (PAID)
• Benefit for Earthquake Aid in Turkey & Syria
• Looking for a runner for the 12th of September.

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Projects

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  Cult Studio is Now Open!Whether you're a professional photographer, filmmaker, or a social media influencer looking to capture the perfect shot, our rental studio has got you covered. We offer not just a space to create stunning visuals, but a complete production experience. With a talented team of producers, photographers and videographers on board, we're here to bring your artistic visions to life. Equipped with state-of-the-art lighting equipment, versatile backdrops, and cutting-edge technology, our studio provid
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  AnaNevi Capsule CollectionAnanevi is a fashion brand rediscovering artisan stories in wearable forms. We shoot and produced their recent collection.
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  Cult StudioWe're a rental photography and video studio and a production company. We're humble, yet sleek.
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  Benefit for Earthquake Aid in Turkey & SyriaSIX.TWO Editions is a photo print sale now running until March 20, in which over 200 photographers have generously and with open hearts made their work available for purchase at an affordable price to benefit recovery operations in Turkey & Syria after the devastating earthquakes of February 06. All net proceeds will be donated to vetted, non-governmental organizations leading the way in recovery efforts and organizational needs on the ground in the earthquake region. Act Now and Get your prin
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  Motion Graphics ShowreelAs a side hustle, I do motion graphics projects and video editing for years. Check out my promo showreel!
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  Fallen / Saatchi ArtNew artworks are available as prints on the Saatchi Art website. If you want your print just click the link below: https://www.saatchiart.com/account/artworks/340461

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Work history

Photographer / VideographerBuzzbar
Aug 2019London, United KingdomFreelance
Producing portrait shots, seasonal campaigns, product shots, headshots, lookbooks. High-end image editing, video shooting and editing. Art directing of upcoming campaigns or shots.
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Company DirectorYG Studio Ltd
Apr 2018London, United KingdomFull Time

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Skills

• Photography
• Commercial Photography
• Photoshop
• Retouching
• Editorial Photography
• Videography
• Studio Lighting
• Portrait Photography
• Directing
• Advertising

Education

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M.F.A Masters Fine Art Istanbul Bilgi University
Sep 2004 - Jun 2006Istanbul, Turkey
MFA on Visual Communication Design
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JournalismAnadolu University
Sep 1997 - Jun 2002Eskişehir, Turkey
BA on Journalism and Print Media

Awards

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Crystal AppleCrystal Apple
Best Published Advertisement on Culture and Arts in collaboration with Medina Turgul DDB
BronzeCannes Lions International Festival of Creativity
Ikea : Sofa ad in collaboration with TBWA - Istanbul