Crafting Sustainable Futures
Through Visual Storytelling
Through Visual Storytelling
I’m Cihan, a brand designer and visual storyteller with a strong focus on sustainability and emerging visual technologies. I use my practice as a bridge between design and strategy, crafting narratives that connect foresight with meaning. Through branding, packaging, and AI-generated imagery, I explore how visual narratives can shape our perception of both the near and distant future. My area of expertise ranges from sustainable living models to the aesthetics of speculative post-digital worlds.
My creative process is strategy-led, emotionally aware, and natively aligned with new technologies, receptive to what’s next.
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Expertise
Creative Direction, Strategy, Branding, Packaging Design, Brand Identity, Cultural Perspectives, Visual Storytelling, Design Futures, Packaging Print Consultancy, Visual Systems, AI-assisted Design, Sustainable Design.
Work Experience
JAN 2022 – PRESENT
FMCG Packaging & Visual Storyteller | Print & Color Lead
Izmir, Turkey
FMCG Packaging & Visual Storyteller | Print & Color Lead
Izmir, Turkey
Operating under the German Develey Group, Fersan is a leader in vinegar production in Turkey. It also offers an innovative range of FMCG products, including vinegar-based healthy drinks and cleaning products, Asian sauces, panko, global sauces, as well as herbal and fruit teas. I actively contribute to the packaging processes of these products.
Brands I Managed:
Fersan, Ferfresh, Develey Senf & Feinkost, Teekanne GmbH, AIKO, Reine de Dijon, Löwensenf
Fersan, Ferfresh, Develey Senf & Feinkost, Teekanne GmbH, AIKO, Reine de Dijon, Löwensenf
In my role at Fersan, I provide support in packaging design, printing techniques, and color management, offering creative solutions to ensure visual quality and color consistency. Additionally, I collaborate with the marketing teams of global brands such as Develey, Teekanne, and AIKO, working alongside creative teams to develop localized conceptual designs tailored for the Turkish market.
Brands I Managed:
Peralive, Baloğlu Gıda, Pergafood, Intotheflavor, Görülesi, Weagle Creative (Canada), Tocco Sauce Agamoda Deri, Muhatap Ajans, Imesta Cocoa, Cento Foods
Peralive, Baloğlu Gıda, Pergafood, Intotheflavor, Görülesi, Weagle Creative (Canada), Tocco Sauce Agamoda Deri, Muhatap Ajans, Imesta Cocoa, Cento Foods
I work with diverse local clients on multi-channel campaigns and creative content. I lead client meetings and manage projects. As a freelancer, I focus on packaging design and printing solutions, delivering conceptual designs aligned with brand strategy.
JUN 2014 – OCT 2022
ÂLÂ Marka Iletisim
Sr. Art Director
Izmir, Turkey
ÂLÂ Marka Iletisim
Sr. Art Director
Izmir, Turkey
Brands I Managed:
Therna Non-Stick & Decorative Coatings, Kanat Paints & Coatings, Cimser, Ozgur Foods, Pomelon AVM, LMC, Mezze Magic, Klemsan A.S., SentesBIR, Maktek, Medmar Stone, Dere Grup, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Fersan, iKontrol, M15, Ege Gubre, N-Sistem, Izelman A.S.
Therna Non-Stick & Decorative Coatings, Kanat Paints & Coatings, Cimser, Ozgur Foods, Pomelon AVM, LMC, Mezze Magic, Klemsan A.S., SentesBIR, Maktek, Medmar Stone, Dere Grup, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Fersan, iKontrol, M15, Ege Gubre, N-Sistem, Izelman A.S.
While working as a Senior Art Director, I developed creative strategies for a diverse portfolio of global and local brands, managed and supervised campaign concepts, led teams, and mentored junior creative staff.
FEB 2014 – JUN 2014
Rema Creative
Sr. Art Director
Izmir, Turkey
Rema Creative
Sr. Art Director
Izmir, Turkey
Brands I Managed:
Pasaport Pizza, Gemak Premium Alacati.
Pasaport Pizza, Gemak Premium Alacati.
As an Art Director at Rema Creative, I designed creative campaigns and created digital visuals for brands across various industries in a short period, and mentored junior creative staff.
JAN 2012 – FEB 2014
7 Creative
Art Director / Graphic Designer
Izmir, Turkey
7 Creative
Art Director / Graphic Designer
Izmir, Turkey
Brands I Managed:
KEY Hotel, MCM Mosaic, Gunaydin Group.
KEY Hotel, MCM Mosaic, Gunaydin Group.
I played an active role in the creative processes by providing customized campaign concepts, brand identities, and graphic design solutions for clients.
MAY 2008 – DEC 2011
Bilgi Creative
Jr. Art Director / Graphic Designer
Izmir, Turkey
Bilgi Creative
Jr. Art Director / Graphic Designer
Izmir, Turkey
I gained experience in graphic design and concept development processes. I contributed to creative processes by preparing visual content for brands across different industries.
Education & Courses
Anadolu University
BA, Sociology
Open Education System
BA, Sociology
Open Education System
Ege University
Control & Automation Technology
Izmir, Turkey
Control & Automation Technology
Izmir, Turkey
Projects
gorulesi.com is a project where I take on content writing and management, visual design, and website development. It is an alternative platform with original content focused on gaining and sharing knowledge about topics such as design, technology, sustainability, lifestyle, nature, and world cultures.
This project is no longer active, but remains part of my portfolio as an independent creative initiative.
This project is no longer active, but remains part of my portfolio as an independent creative initiative.
Pine Books and More is a project where I create and publish educational activity books for young children. Focused on early childhood development, the books are designed to support preschoolers in learning pen control, tracing letters and numbers, and building confidence before starting school. From concept to content and visual layout, I handle every part of the process with the goal of making learning fun, accessible, and meaningful for kids and parents alike.
Chromatic Silence. Lost frequencies, fading colors, and silent echoes. A quiet refuge for wandering souls. Let these melodies wrap around you, guiding you through sleepless nights, deep focus, and moments of stillness—whether you seek relaxation, study, or a peaceful escape from reality.