Hello, I'm Önder a creative/art director, visual artist and originally a graphic designer. Combining my design experience and artistic background, I solve problems and create compelling brand experiences.
I studied graphic design at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University and have worked with several design and advertising agencies.
Working with a diverse range of clients, from start-ups to international brands, I have over ten years of experience in the creative landscape.
Previously, I was the Head of Art at TBWA\Istanbul, Turkey's most awarded agency. Currently, I work as a freelancer remotely from Istanbul, serving clients anywhere in the world.
I have produced award-winning work that has been recognized at the most prestigious advertising and design festivals, including D&AD, Cannes Lions, The One Show, ADC Awards, Clio Awards, Golden Drum, Felis, Kristal Elma and GMK.
Selected Awards
I was named 'Art Director of the Year for Dream Team' by MediaCat. I was also recognized as the 'Most Successful Designer of the Year' by Loeries, which covers the Middle East and Africa regions.
Juror
Felis
Craft - 2020
Kristal Elma
Young Crystal Apple - 2021
Felis
Craft - 2022
Young Lions
Design - 2022
2019-2020
CANNES LIONS
Design → Shortlisted
CLIO AWARDS
Bronz → Brand & Corporate Identity
LOERIES
Grand Prix → Design Crafts
Gold → Brand Identity & Collateral
ADC AWARD
Bronz Cube → Branding
Merit → Typography
EUROBEST
Silver → Brending
THE ONE SHOW
2x Merit → Typography, Logo
GOLDEN DRUM
3xSilver Drum → Visual Identities, Typography, Branding
D&AD
Yellow Pencil → Typography
3xWood Pencil → New Branding Schemes, Logos, Integrated Graphics
2021-2022
CANNES LIONS
Gold Lion → Media
Use of Print, Outdoor
2xSilver Lion → Media
2xBronze Lion → PR
Shortlist → Grand Prix For Good
EUROBEST
Glass → The Award for Change
Bronze → Media
GOLDEN DRUM
Silver Drum → Social Good,
Not-Profit Social Good
CARE AWARDS
Care Awards Winner
D&AD
2xWood Pencil → Impact, Media
CLIO AWARDS
Silver → Out of Home
THE ONE SHOW
5xShortlist → Fusion Pencil, Cultural Driver, Creative Effectiveness, Public Relations, Out of Home
2023
CANNES LIONS
Shortlist → Media
Use of Print, Outdoor
Out of Office
Music
I was part of an award-winning indie rock band, for which I contributed as a songwriter, singer, and electric/bass guitarist.
Currently, I'm pursuing a new solo project that combines my cultural background with ethnic instruments and contemporary electronic sounds.
Photography
I collaborate with my talented friend and Hamburg-based contemporary documentary photographer, Öncü Gültekin, to form a duo photography team. Together, we leverage our creative and aesthetic skills to create compelling visuals through On&On:
Öncü&Önder. Image&Idea.
Visual Art
I frequently produce works that are inspired by life, which I may incorporate into my clients' needs. My versatility and creative flexibility allow me to adapt to any project requirements, delivering high-quality and engaging visuals.
Mentoring
I have been invited to speak at various communication and design faculties at esteemed universities, where I share my insights and experiences as a seasoned creative professional. Additionally, I actively mentor emerging talents, fostering a culture of growth and learning within the industry.
Koç Universty - Media and Visual Art
Mimar Sinan Fine Art University - Graphic Design
Anadolu Universty - Communucation
Azerbaijan United Design School