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Verified Expert in Design
Designer
Location
Annecy, France
Toptal Member Since
April 26, 2021
Suleyman builds brands that live and adapt to an ever-changing society. He thinks strategically to create experiences with a consciousness that resonates through branding, motion, and experiential design. He believes in simplicity, clarity, and the importance of all design disciplines. Suleyman's client experiences includes Microsoft, Warner Bros, Activision, Fox, Infiniti, JP Morgan & Chase, Procter & Gamble, ESPN, Red Bull, Chopard, Rado, Tudor, Tissot, Rolex, United Nations, and more.
Work Experience
Art Director
2014 - PRESENT
Freelance
- Directed projects in branding, interface design, experience design, and motion from concept to high-level executions for studios, startups, and worldwide companies such as Publicis, McCann, DDB, Redbull, Orange, Activision, Patek, Rolex, and more.
- Collaborated with style, marketing, tech, and editorial partners to lead from concept to implementation and delivery.
- Collaborated with key stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop the best creative solutions.
- Presented and pitched my creative ideas to clients during meetings.
- Built a strong relationship with internal and external clients.
Technologies: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Media Encoder, Adobe Premiere Pro, Figma, Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Senior Art Director
2020 - 2020
Buzz Brothers
- Created and directed compelling creative concepts for global brand campaigns, activations, and social media strategies.
- Launched engaging strategic world-class brands and campaigns.
- Challenged the briefs, pushing ideas above and beyond requirements.
- Built a strong relationship with the international client portfolio.
- Managed and mentored designers on creative thinking, visual design, and motion graphics.
Technologies: InVision, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Adobe After Effects, Photoshop CC, 3D Art, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Apple Keynote
Art Director
2016 - 2019
Freestudios
- Contributed to the transition of the brand language of our clients including motion, film, VR, AR, and UI.
- Directed and designed motion digital content and activation for Swiss-based companies.
- Managed a team of technical artists and compositors in motion graphics and interface.
- Worked closely with the client's management teams to create, produce, and implement creative projects.
- Researched different creative concepts for virtual reality and adaptations to brands, products, and services.
Technologies: Adobe After Effects, Photoshop CC, Adobe Illustrator
Senior Visual Designer
2014 - 2015
Prologue
- Designed title sequences, broadcast identities, user interfaces, and show titles for the cinema and television industry.
- Created concepts and presentations for pitches and design proposals.
- Animated title sequences and user interfaces for films.
- Designed storyboards to pitch projects and produce them on set.
- Worked in collaboration with a multicultural team from VFX artists to editors, copywriters, and producers.
Technologies: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Premiere Pro
Visual Designer
2013 - 2013
Studio Dumbar
- Designed visual identities, campaigns, books, magazines, and animations for the Netherlands' top leading companies and associations.
- Researched images, references, and technical elements for the branding projects.
- Created storytelling for the brand's products and services.
- Produced online and offline visuals including POS visuals, booth, banners, illustrations, graphic layouts, motion design, icons, goodies, and more.
- Participated in the client's meeting to present the visuals created for the brands.
Technologies: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro
Education
2012 - 2014
Master's Degree in Visual Design
LAAB, University of Design - France
2010 - 2012
Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design
ÉSAAB, University of Design - France
2009 - 2010
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art and Design
ÉSAAB, University of Design - France
Certifications
JANUARY 2019 - PRESENT
Design Instructor
Gobelins
Experience
Collaboration That Works
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