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Yasemin Gunduz

@yasemingunduz

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Dynamic Content Editor passionate about storytelling and impactful content.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and collaboration, where I can contribute to impactful storytelling and content strategies.

I am a dynamic and creative Content Editor with a background in Sociology, skilled in collaborating with clients to develop compelling visual concepts and content strategies. My experience includes directing photoshoots, crafting engaging social media narratives, and optimizing website content for SEO. I am passionate about storytelling and delivering impactful content that captivates and inspires.

Currently, I work as a Content Editor at Star Istanbul, where I collaborate with clients to create mood boards and conceptualize visual themes. I oversee social media and e-commerce photoshoots, ensuring that the visuals accurately reflect the brand's aesthetic. My previous roles include Social Media Content Manager and SEO Copy Writer at Dresden Vision, where I created high-quality, SEO-optimized content and developed content strategies that resonate with target audiences.

With a strong commitment to producing engaging content, I have also worked as a Brand Journalist for Gift Wellness, focusing on period issues, and as a Podcaster for Spotify, sharing personal stories that relate to underrepresented audiences. My freelance work allows me to explore topics such as war affairs, climate change, and women's rights, leveraging my sociology background to provide insightful commentary.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Content Editor

Current

Star Istanbul

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

As a Content Editor at Star Istanbul, I collaborate with clients to create mood boards and conceptualize visual themes. I direct photoshoots for social media and e-commerce, design Instagram content flows, and write SEO-optimized website content.

Content Strategy SEO Optimization Photoshoot Direction Social Media Management Copywriting

Current

Freelance Journalist

Current

Self Employed

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 4 months)

I write about war affairs, climate change, and women's rights on my personal blog, applying my sociology background to provide insights into these issues.

Research Content Writing Sociology Political Commentary Women'S Rights

Social Media Content Manager & SEO Copy Writer

Dresden Vision

Oct 2022 - Jan 2023 (3 months)

In my role at Dresden Vision, I create high-quality, SEO-optimized content, conduct keyword research, and develop content strategies. I ensure our articles provide value and maintain a consistent brand voice across platforms.

Keyword Research Content Strategy Social Media Management

Brand Journalist

Gift Wellness

Oct 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year)

As a Brand Journalist for Gift Wellness, I write weekly articles on period issues, utilizing social media for research. I collaborate with the team to ensure a cohesive brand theme across platforms.

Content Writing

Podcaster

Spotify

Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 (9 months)

I publish a podcast discussing personal struggles related to gender, sexuality, and cultural background. I commit to a weekly schedule of recording, editing, and publishing episodes.

Podcast Production Audio Editing Storytelling Cultural Commentary Content Creation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kingston University London

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

2016 - 2020

Studied Sociology, focusing on social behavior, institutions, and the complexities of human interactions. Developed critical thinking and analytical skills through various projects and research assignments.

Thomas Tallis Sixth Form

A Levels, General Studies

2014 - 2016

Completed A Levels in English Literature, Philosophy, History, and Turkish, which fostered a strong foundation in critical analysis and communication skills.