Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye
I am a multi-disciplinary designer and business development professional with a diverse background in fashion, creative direction, and psychosocial support. Bridging design, innovation, and human-centred solutions, I am passionate about creating impactful projects that blend creativity with purpose. Currently, I am responsible in collection, sampling, and client relations at Kikka Textile, a key supplier for brands like Inditex, Mango, and El Corte Ingles, specialising in kids' and teen apparel. Beyond fashion, my experience spans creative direction for brands and organisations, co-founding two platforms within five start-ups, and providing psychosocial support to survivors of the Kahramanmaraş earthquake. My academic journey led me to pursue an MSc. degree, where I researched enhancing the well-being of mental health professionals through a mobile application based on the Polyvagal Theory.
With a passion for fashion, design, and innovation, I specialise in business development, design, and collection management at Kikka Textile. As a key supplier to brands like Inditex, Mango, and El Corte, I oversee sampling, product development, and client relations, ensuring seamless collaboration and trend-driven designs in kids' and teen apparel.
• Designed all social media posts. • Proofread and reviewed all print and electronic content for correct grammar and spelling. • Edited and submitted copy and images to supervisor for approval.
• Adhered to deadlines with expert project management and multitasking abilities. • Increased audience engagement and brand awareness, analyzing metrics to identify underperforming content. • Designed all social media posts. • Worked closely with development teams to implement design specifications for the website. • Prepared preliminary sketches, models, or diagrams to reflect design concepts. • Adapted designs to fit new uses.
As a dedicated volunteer Data Management Coordinator and Psychosocial Support Assistant at TARDE, I played a pivotal role in supporting our mission to provide essential mental health services to Hatay earthquake survivors. My responsibilities centered on designing, implementing, and managing a robust data management system and social media communication tailored to the unique needs of our organisation. Key Achievements and Responsibilities: Psychosocial Support: Organized and led group sessions focused on somatic work for NGOs and Kızılay psychotherapists in Hatay. System Setup: Orchestrated the setup and implementation of a comprehensive data management system from scratch. This involved assessing the organization's needs, selecting appropriate software and tools, and creating a user-friendly interface for seamless data entry. Data Collection Protocols: Collaborated closely with our mental health professionals to develop and establish standardized data collection protocols. These protocols ensured that critical information, including patient demographics, assessment results, and treatment progress, was consistently and accurately recorded. Training and Support: Conducted training sessions for team members, empowering them to use the data management system efficiently. Documentation: Maintained detailed documentation of the data management system, including user manuals and standard operating procedures, facilitating knowledge sharing and continuity. Key Outcomes: • Assisted NGO workers on somatic body work and breathing exercises to support their field work. Held group sessions. • Successfully implemented a user-friendly data management system that streamlined information access and improved overall operational efficiency. • Empowered the organization's mental health professionals to focus on their core work by providing comprehensive training and support for the data management system.
Sakré is a lifestyle brand that celebrates Turkish craftsmanship, design and aesthetics. At Sakré I am responsible for managing all digital channels including the online store and engaging social media creative in support of marketing initiatives.