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About Melisa Aksun : Melisa is a versatile design professional specializing in product design, marketing, branding, and website experiences. She focuses on creating user-centered solutions that balance functionality with aesthetics. With a strong foundation in creative strategy and technical execution, Melisa guides projects from concept to completion with a deep understanding of user behavior and business goals. Her work is driven by empathy and purpose, aiming to improve experiences, solve complex challenges, and create meaningful connections. Melisa is dedicated to making a positive impact through thoughtful and innovative design practices.
Art and design, to me, are profound expressions of humanity, tools that help us understand the world, connect with others, and shape the experiences that define our lives. My approach is deeply rooted in observation and empathy, drawing inspiration from the rhythms of nature, diverse cultures, and the stories people carry. I see design and art as two sides of the same coin: one serves a functional purpose, while the other resonates on an emotional level.
Design is about intention and clarity. It’s the process of transforming challenges into opportunities, creating solutions that are not only effective but also meaningful. Every element in a design tells a story, it’s not just about aesthetics but about usability, understanding, and impact. For me, good design begins with the user: their needs, behaviors, and aspirations. Empathy is the foundation of my work, allowing me to craft experiences that truly resonate.
Good design also goes beyond solving immediate problems, it anticipates the future. It involves foresight and adaptability, ensuring that what we create today continues to serve its purpose tomorrow. It’s about understanding not just the individual but the larger systems they are part of. Every design decision carries weight, influencing how people interact with the world and each other.
Art, on the other hand, is freedom. It’s where boundaries dissolve, and the abstract becomes tangible. Art is how I connect with deeper emotions, express ideas that words cannot convey, and explore the unknown. Through painting, sketching, or experimenting with different mediums, I find myself embracing spontaneity and intuition. Unlike design, which often adheres to constraints, art is my way of exploring without limits, an essential balance to my structured design work.
The magic happens when design and art intersect. It’s in this synergy, where form meets feeling, and logic meets emotion, that true innovation and connection emerge. These moments remind me why I’m passionate about what I do: to create work that touches lives and sparks change.
I’m inspired by the beauty in the everyday, the way sunlight dances on a surface, the harmony of patterns in nature, or the unspoken communication between people. These observations fuel my creativity and shape my perspective, reminding me of the significance of small moments in a larger narrative.
As Naval Ravikant said,
"Most of life is a search for who and what needs you the most."
This idea motivates me to pursue work that aligns with my talents, curiosity, and passion. Art and design are not just practices, they are my way of making sense of the world and contributing to it meaningfully.
Ultimately, my goal is to create not just products, but experiences, moments that inspire, engage, and connect people. Whether through a well-crafted interface or a spontaneous painting, I aim to leave a lasting impact, one thoughtful creation at a time.
ORGANIZATION:
Digital Design Studio
EDUCATION:
2019, Landscape Architect, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
EXPERIENCE:
2020-2020, Product Designer, Boomset(acquired by Hopin), New York/USA (worked from Istanbul)
2021-2022, Marketing Designer, Udentify, Istanbul/Turkey
2022- 2024, Head of Product Design, PulpoLabs, Istanbul/Turkey
2023 - 2024, Head of Product Design, Figopara, Istanbul/Turkey
2020-Present, Head of Product Design, PulpoAR (acquired by The Glimpse Group), San Francisco/USA
2024 - Present, Product Design Consultant, Rudiq, Istanbul/Turkey
2024 - Present, Product Service Design Consultant, DefineX Consulting, Istanbul/Turkey
2024 - Present, Marketing Designer, CoinTR, Istanbul/Turkey
AWARDS:
2019, High Honor List, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, First Place, Graduation Project Awards, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, First of the Department, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, Jury Special Prize, 8. Landscape Architecture Students Graduation Project Awards, UNION OF CHAMBERS OF TURKISH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, Equivalent Mention, 8. Landscape Architecture Students Graduation Project Awards, UNION OF CHAMBERS OF TURKISH LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, Second Place, Bakirkoy Cumhuriyet (Freedom) Square and Its Surroundings National Student Architectural Idea Project Competition, UNION OF CHAMBERS OF TURKISH ENGINEERS AND ARCHITECTS, Istanbul/Turkey
ACCOLADES:
2019, High Honor List, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, First Place, Graduation Project Awards, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
2019, First of the Department, Istanbul Technical University, Istanbul/Turkey
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
English, Advanced
COMPUTER LITERACY:
Figma (Advanced)
Figjam (Advanced)
Adobe Photoshop (Advanced)
Adobe Illustrator (Advanced)
Framer (Intermediate)
HOBBIES:
Cycling, watercolor painting, digital/traditional illustration, hiking, reading, photography, charcoal drawing, craft projects, weight training
WEB SITE:
https://dribbble.com/melisaksun
PORTFOLIO URL:
https://melisaksun.carrd.co/
REGISTRATION DATE:
2024-10-16 13:45:38
COUNTRY/REGION:
Turkey
ACCOUNT TYPE:
Professional
Awards received by Melisa Aksun
| Swimmy Landing Page A' Design Award Winner for Website and Web Design Category in 2024 Melisa Aksun for Melisa Aksun |
| Skinai Skin Analyzer Bronze A' Design Award Winner for Digital Product Design Category in 2024 Melisa Aksun for Pulpoar |
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