Gonca Feride Varol

Sales & Audience Development Manager

Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye

About

Passionate about connecting communities through creative initiatives, I thrive in collaborative environments that align with organizational goals. Drawing from my extensive background in financial audit, music production, sales and business development, I bring a distinctive blend of creativity and strategic insight to my role.

Experience

  • İKSV (Hybrid)
    • Sales & Audience Development Manager
      Sep 2025 - Present · 11 mos

      In my role at İKSV, I spearheaded initiatives to enhance audience engagement and optimize sales operations. I effectively manage a dynamic sales and operations team at İKSV, focusing on audience development and operational excellence. • Develop and monitor sales budgets to align with festival goals and objectives. • Analyze sales data to identify trends and inform strategic planning for future festivals. • Prepare comprehensive reports that facilitate decision-making and improve operational efficiency.

    • Sales Business Development Manager
      Jan 2023 - Sep 2025 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Music Producer, Composer at Gonca Feride Varol
    Oct 2021 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

  • Music Producer / Songwriter at Snapmuse
    May 2018 - Jan 2023 · 4 yrs 9 mos

  • Sales and Business Development Coordinator at İKSV
    Sep 2014 - Sep 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo

  • Doğuş Grubu (Full-time · 4 yrs 1 mo)
    • Finance/Financial Reporting Specialist (D-Enerji)
      Jan 2012 - Sep 2014 · 2 yrs 9 mos

    • Internal auditor
      Sep 2010 - Feb 2012 · 1 yr 6 mos