Simay ÇOBAN
@simayoban
Passionate fashion designer and illustrator with teaching experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated fashion designer and illustrator based in Istanbul, Turkey, with a strong background in teaching and hands-on experience in the fashion industry. Currently, I serve as a Teaching Assistant at Vakko ESMOD Istanbul, where I support the Traditional/Digital Coordinator and the Head of the Pattern Making Class. My role involves facilitating communication between students and instructors, ensuring a smooth learning experience in fashion illustration and design.
My journey in fashion began with an internship at Vakko’s Atelier, where I gained valuable insights into the wedding dress and night gown departments. I assisted pattern makers and learned the basics of Gerber Accumark, enhancing my technical skills. Additionally, I have experience in styling and technical design, working on projects like the W Collection for Maison Concept. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge, which is why I also teach Adobe Illustration and Photoshop to students at ESMOD Istanbul.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Adobe Instructor
ESMOD Istanbul
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Conducting specific classes to teach Adobe Illustration and Photoshop to students struggling with the software.
Teaching Assistant
Vakko ESMOD Istanbul
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Assisted the Traditional/Digital Coordinator and Head of the Pattern Making Class by providing real-time translations and managing communication between students and teachers. Helped with moodboard creation and supported other teachers in class structure.
Technical Designer
Maison Concept W Collection
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Responsible for creating technical drawings of existing garments, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
Model
JStyle Clothing Company
Jun 2019 - Jul 2019 (1 month)
Worked as a short-term model for a Korean clothing company, assisting with real-time translations between Korean staff and foreign models.
Designer Assistant Intern
Design Vakko
Sep 2023 - Sep 2023 (0 months)
Completed a one-month internship at Vakko’s Atelier, assisting in the wedding dress and night gowns department. Supported pattern makers and learned basic Gerber Accumark skills.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ESMOD Istanbul
Bachelor of Fashion Design, Fashion Design
2021 - 2024
Studied Fashion Design, focusing on various aspects of fashion including design principles, pattern making, and fashion illustration.
Oguzkaan High School
High School Diploma, General Education
2016 - 2018
Completed high school education with a focus on arts and design, preparing for a career in fashion.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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