Ekim Karakoç
@ekimkarako
Detail-oriented Assistant Producer with expertise in commercial productions.
TurkeyWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced Assistant Producer with a strong background in overseeing full-cycle commercial productions. Currently, I work at DEPO Film, where I manage schedules, budgets, and talent logistics while serving as a key liaison between directors, agents, clients, and internal departments. My work includes producing campaigns for major global brands such as Turkish Airlines, Nike, and Nestlé, showcasing my ability to handle high-pressure environments and deliver exceptional results.
Previously, I have contributed to various productions, including my role as a Producer’s Assistant for the TV series 'Çöp Adam' and as an Assistant Production Coordinator for the Amazon Prime Original Film 'Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.' My experience spans tracking production expenses, negotiating sponsorship agreements, and coordinating logistics for international crews. I pride myself on my organizational management skills and my ability to facilitate communication across diverse teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Producer
DEPO Film
Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Oversee full-cycle commercial productions, from director treatments to final client delivery. Manage schedules, budgets, paperwork, and talent logistics.
Producer's Assistant
OGM Pictures
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)
Tracked production expenses and ensured timely payments to cast and crew. Assisted the producer with budget management and financial reporting.
Assistant Production Coordinator
AZ Celtic Films
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 8 months)
Served as key liaison between UK and Turkish crews in facilitating production needs. Handled all cast, extras, and crew contracts; resolved on-set production issues.
Production Assistant
PTOT Films
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)
Facilitated pre-production coordination between producers and crew for commercial shoots. Translated documents and correspondence for international clients.
Production Design Assistant
25 Film
Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Supported the Art Director with set design planning and execution. Prepared props and collaborated with various departments on set.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ICIthaca College
B.S. Business Administration, B.S. Theatre Arts Management, Business Administration, Theatre Arts Management
2016 - 2020
Grade: 3.5/4
Activities and societies: Dean’s List, Education Scholarship holder (2016-2020), President's Scholarship Holder (2017 - 2020)
Double majored in Business Administration and Theatre Arts Management, focusing on a Marketing Concentration. Achieved a GPA of 3.5/4 and was recognized on the Dean's List. Awarded both an Education Scholarship (2016-2020) and a President's Scholarship (2017-2020).
Tech stack
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Location
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