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Buğra Birben — Project & Brand Director

STRATEGY · CREATIVITY · EXECUTION

BUĞRA BİRBEN

PROJECT & BRAND DIRECTOR

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01 / ABOUT

What has
Buğra been doing?

I work at the intersection of creativity, strategy, and execution.

Over the years, I’ve contributed to a wide range of projects, from large-scale events like the Antalya Film Festival and Teknofest, to brand experiences and communication campaigns for global names such as Samsung, Coca-Cola, and Gigi, as well as public institutions including TÜBİTAK and the Ministry of Interior (Turkey).

My focus has always been the same: building ideas that don’t just look good, but actually work.

I’m particularly interested in how stories take shape across different platforms, from concept to final experience. Whether it’s an event, a campaign, or a digital presence, I enjoy connecting the dots and making sure every detail serves a bigger narrative.

I tend to keep things simple, efficient, and purposeful. No unnecessary noise, just clear thinking and strong execution.

Currently working freelance, collaborating with teams and brands that value both creativity and structure.

03 / EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION

MASTER'S DEGREE

Management Information Systems

Bahçeşehir University

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

International Relations

İstanbul University

CERTIFICATION

PMP Certificate

İstanbul Institute

02 / JOB EXPERIENCE

October 2023 – PresentFreelanceSr. Digital Project & Brand Manager
Responsibilities

Digital Communication, Marketing Communication, Project Management, Brand Communication, Sponsorship Management

August 2021 – October 2023Cheil Worldwide / İstanbul, TürkiyeDigital Brand Manager
Responsibilities

Digital Communication, Marketing Communication, Project Management, Brand Communication, Social Media Communication

Client

Samsung (Mobile & Smart Devices Category)

August 2017 – October 2021SM360 Agency / Ankara & İstanbulSr. Project Manager
Responsibilities

Digital communication project development, project management, client relations, digital coordination, mobile application project management and event operations.

Selected clients & projects

Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Interior, Antalya Film Festival, Teknofest, TÜBİTAK and other public and private-sector organizations.

June 2015 – August 2016Endorphin Digital / İstanbul, TürkiyeDigital Strategist
Responsibilities

Client communication, project development and management, competitive analysis, live broadcasting and communication strategy development.

January 2015 – May 2015Plasenta Agency / İstanbul, TürkiyeSocial Media Manager
Responsibilities

Social media strategy, content planning, community management, performance analysis and campaign coordination.

Selected clients

Fanta, Coca-Cola, Damla, Fuse Tea and other consumer brands.

May 2014 – December 2014Project House / İstanbul, TürkiyeSocial Media Specialist
Responsibilities

Social media content development, publishing, moderation, reporting and digital campaign support.

April 2013 – November 2013Sosyopath / İstanbul, TürkiyeSocial Media Team Lead
Responsibilities

Led social media projects, supported account management and coordinated digital communication workflows.

December 2012 – April 2013MedyaSOS / İstanbul, TürkiyeSocial Media Project Manager
Responsibilities

Managed social media project delivery, client communication and content planning.

November 2011 – December 2012Klinik Social Media / İstanbul, TürkiyeSocial Media Project Manager
Responsibilities

Social media strategy, content development, community management and reporting.

November 2011 – December 2013DenizBank / İstanbul, TürkiyeRetail Banking & Sales Specialist
Responsibilities

Customer relationship management, sales targets, financial product information and branch operations.

April 2008 – February 2011DenizBank / İstanbul, TürkiyeRetail Banking & Sales Specialist
Responsibilities

Retail banking sales, customer service and relationship management.

June 2005 – December 2005Turkcell / İstanbul, TürkiyeRoaming Team Member
Responsibilities

Supported roaming services, customer communication and operational processes.

04 / LANGUAGE & SKILLS

LANGUAGE

Turkish (Native / Advanced Proficiency)
English (Full Professional Proficiency)

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Project Management
Event Communication
Localization
Social Media
Digital Marketing
Communication Strategy
Team Management
Public Relations
Influencer Marketing
Presentation Skills
Marketing Communication
Corporate Communication
Sponsorship Relations
Sales

SOFTWARE SKILLS

MS Office Word
MS Office Excel
MS Office PowerPoint
iOS Office
Slack
Canva
Photoshop (Mid-level)

05 / DOWNLOAD RESUME

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06 / CONTACT

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