Simay ÇOBAN
@simayoban
Passionate fashion designer and illustrator with teaching experience.
TurkeyWhat 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
Teaching Assistant
Vakko ESMOD Istanbul
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 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.
Adobe Instructor
ESMOD Istanbul
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Conducting specific classes to teach Adobe Illustration and Photoshop to students struggling with the software.
Technical Designer
Maison Concept W Collection
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Responsible for creating technical drawings of existing garments, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
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.
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.
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
Availability
Location
TurkeyAuthorized to work in
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