Open to opportunities

Merve Sayar

@mervesayar

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Creative web and graphic designer with a passion for illustration.

Costa Rica

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to innovate and collaborate in a creative environment, where I can contribute my design skills and artistic vision.

I am a freelance creative professional designer and painter based in Costa Rica, with a background in Illustration from Milan and a Master’s in Advertising from Barcelona. My approach blends functionality with the unique needs of each brand, ensuring tailored services that resonate with clients.

Throughout my career, I have worked with various companies, both locally and internationally, including notable brands like Garanti Bank and Vespa. My experience spans web design, corporate image design, and animation, allowing me to create compelling visual narratives that engage audiences.

Living in Costa Rica has enriched my artistic and social life, inspiring me to not only create art but also organize events that connect the local community. I am always eager to collaborate on innovative projects that challenge my creativity and push the boundaries of design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Web & Graphic Designer

Current

Hola Design Agency

May 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Working as a Web & Graphic Designer, Animator & Illustrator for foreign and Turkish companies. Responsible for creating diverse digital and print media.

Web Design Graphic Design Animation Illustration Digital Media

Art Director

Shopigo

Aug 2013 - May 2015 (1 year 9 months)

Responsible for web design, corporate image design, and mailing design for Shopigo, an e-commerce luxury fashion website. Managed visual aspects of the brand's online presence.

Web Design Corporate Image Branding UI UX Design

Graphic & Senior Web Designer

Made By Cat

Aug 2009 - Jun 2012 (2 years 10 months)

Developed web designs, mailing designs, banner designs, and animations for top companies in Istanbul. Contributed to major client projects including Garanti Bank and Siemens.

Web Design Banner Design Animation Illustration Graphic Design

Graphic Designer

Machinas

Aug 2007 - Sep 2008 (1 year 1 month)

Created graphic and web designs for e-commerce websites like Esprit, focusing on online advertisements, web layouts, and banner production. Maintained and updated existing sites.

Graphic Design Web Design Banner Design

Senior Designer

Lab34

Jun 2002 - May 2005 (2 years 11 months)

Engaged in creative works spanning web design, illustration, graphic design, animation, and corporate design. Contributed to a wide range of visual communication projects.

Web Design Illustration Graphic Design Animation Creative Direction