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Certification
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Bengu Yelkenci

Bengu Yelkenci

Brand & Marketing Communications
Istanbul,34

Summary

I work at the intersection of brand communication, social content, and audience insight, focusing on how brands show up, speak, and connect in digital spaces.

I have 6+ years of experience in marketing and digital communications, supporting brands across the US, Europe, and Turkey by turning audience behavior into clearer narratives, stronger content, and more coherent brand presence across touchpoints.

Coming from performance-driven environments shaped my analytical mindset, but my core interest has always been meaning, culture, and communication understanding why certain messages resonate and how brands build relevance beyond short-term metrics.

I’m drawn to brand communication, social strategy, advocacy, and community-facing roles where storytelling, cultural context, and brand integrity are central to impact.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Specialist

GFI Global Financial Impact
Austin, TX
02.2025 - 02.2026

• Contributed to brand communication across digital channels, ensuring consistent messaging for international audiences
• Collaborated with content and email teams to align communication with brand tone and narrative
• Translated audience and media insights into content and communication improvements
• Supported paid amplification as a distribution tool to extend the reach of brand-led content.

Digital Marketing Specialist

Artucky
Seattle, WA
01.2022 - 02.2024

• Supported brand visibility and recognition through consistent messaging across digital platforms
• Contributed to content planning and creative direction based on audience behavior and feedback
• Helped translate performance insights into communication and messaging improvements
• Worked closely with creative and operational teams to maintain brand consistency

Digital Marketing Specialist

Timsah Agency
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2020 - 11.2021

• Planned and executed social content calendars to strengthen brand engagement
• Adapted brand messaging across different sectors while respecting brand identity and tone
• Monitored cultural and audience trends to inform communication direction
• Collaborated with internal teams and clients to ensure content relevance and quality

Digital Media Specialist

Zebramo Inc.
Istanbul, Turkey
07.2018 - 08.2020

• Conducted market research and SWOT analysis to support brand positioning and communication decisions
• Supported content and messaging strategy through audience and engagement analysis
• Prepared reports focused on communication effectiveness and audience insight rather than pure performance metrics

Marketing Intern

Yildiz Holding
Istanbul, Turkey
07.2017 - 09.2017

• Prepared and revised marketing inserts based on feedback, improving clarity and engagement.
• Compiled detailed reports from focus group discussions, providing actionable insights for the marketing team.

Education

Professional Certification - Global Business

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
12-2024

Bachelor - Public Relations And Communication

Kocaeli University
Kocaeli, Turkey
06-2018

Skills

  • Marketing skills
  • Market Research and Analysis
  • Social media management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Effective communication
  • Time management

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Certified Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google - August 2020
  • Certified Introduction to Marketing , The Wharton School - December 2019

Timeline

Marketing Specialist

GFI Global Financial Impact
02.2025 - 02.2026

Digital Marketing Specialist

Artucky
01.2022 - 02.2024

Digital Marketing Specialist

Timsah Agency
09.2020 - 11.2021

Digital Media Specialist

Zebramo Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2020

Marketing Intern

Yildiz Holding
07.2017 - 09.2017

Professional Certification - Global Business

University of Washington

Bachelor - Public Relations And Communication

Kocaeli University
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