Istanbul, Türkiye
With nearly 25 years of experience in corporate communications, I have built my career by combining my academic background in the field with hands-on expertise across every layer of the profession from the operational side to holding-level structures. Throughout my career in the automotive industry, I have developed strong skills in press management, media relations, global activations, corporate identity, design, executive communication, and event planning. My professional journey has allowed me to manage communication strategies, lead high-impact campaigns, and contribute to building strong corporate reputations on both local and global scales.
As a Corporate Communications Manager with extensive experience in developing and executing strategic communication programs that strengthen brand reputation and support global organizational goals. Skilled in advising executive leadership and crafting messaging for CEOs. Proven ability to localize global content for local markets, manage media relations, and coordinate press conferences, brand launches and major corporate events. Adept at leading cross-departmental collaboration to deliver integrated communication campaigns, creative briefs, and multi-channel content. Experienced in budget management, performance analysis, and the implementation of communication policies that ensure consistent corporate identity and alignment with the organization’s mission. Possess a strong background in stakeholder and network management, maintaining close relations with automotive sector journalists, dealer networks, and internal teams to enhance visibility and engagement.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies • Consult with executive management to develop effective communication procedures and policies for various situations or crises • Assess and report on the effectiveness of communication strategies • Collaborate with other teams to identify the public voice of the brand • Coordinate meetings and press conferences • Prepare general manager strategic presantation • Plan and manage the design, content and production of all marketing materials • Develop Web site in accordance to company’s brand identity strategy. • Write content for both print and Web including the company website, brochures and newsletters. • Work with different marketing departments to generate new ideas and strategies. • Make sure that all promotional and marketing materials meet the company’s brand identity strategy. • Develops and implements policies and procedures for communicating on behalf of the organization that represents the corporate identity, and promotes and supports the organization’s mission. • Working with agencies, develop creative briefs and guide creative direction to meet objectives for all advertising and public-facing communications, including print, digital, and video assets • Corporate with relevant deparments and prepare annual report of company • Developing a budget and analysing that budget regularly to ensure it remains tenable • Create content for press releases, byline articles and keynote presentations
• Working with other members of the art department to evaluate client or company needs, develop project strategies, and create visual elements for ad campaigns • Speaking with the company or client to set goals, provide updates, receive feedback, and present the final campaign • Conducting research to better understand brand objectives, target markets, and industry trends. • Hiring, training, and supervising design staff • Coordinating resources and with other departments to create a cohesive, effective campaign • Establishing budgets and timelines and delivering the finished campaign within those parameters • Troubleshooting design, staff, or process problems as they arise • Ensuring that all aspects of the campaign align with the needs of the client or company • Looking for ways to improve design department processes