DEREN ILGIN KARACA

• Lead a cross-functional team and collaborate directly with the founders to align brand vision with digital execution.
• Oversee the company’s social media platforms and website, managing the planning, creation, and optimization of content.
• Developing visual strategies for product launches and brand storytelling, supported by in-depth research on trends, platform-specific best practices, and user behavior. I also conduct competitor and market analysis to inform content direction and identify strategic growth opportunities.
• Assign tasks based on team strengths, ensure smooth coordination, and regularly evaluate progress against campaign goals.
• Track and assess KPIs across campaigns, using insights to refine performance, boost engagement, and continuously strengthen Supagent’s digital presence.

• Collaborated with multiple companies and startups to develop and enhance their marketing strategies, optimize social media presence, and conduct in-depth competitive analysis
• Actively participated in strategic meetings to drive business growth and innovation
• Facilitated successful project outcomes through effective delegation, coordination, and oversight of tasks among teammates.
• Boosted team productivity with efficient allocation of tasks and resources based on individual strengths.

• Since September 2024, I have been actively collaborating with Spods Srl, a leading software company in Italy, specializing in AI-driven talent acquisition solutions
• My role involves conducting in-depth social media analysis, driving growth across multiple platforms, and the creation and management of the company's website and social media presence
• Additionally, I analyze competitors' digital strategies and previous works to develop data-driven marketing approaches, ensuring Spods remains at the forefront of innovation in its industry
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of marketing analytics.
• Assessed KPIs to achieve in-depth understanding of campaign performance.

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Dedicated weekly volunteer at the library, assisting with organization, community engagement, and operational support. Gained proficiency in the library's online system to facilitate book borrowing and returns. Played an active role in organizing literacy initiatives, including community reading sessions, author events, and book donation drives for earthquake-affected cities in Turkey, while fostering a love for reading among children.

Completed summer training at Ege University Observatory, gaining hands-on experience in astrophysics and celestial observation. Developed a deep understanding of meteorites, stars, black holes, galaxies, and planetary systems through advanced telescopic analysis, computational modeling, and interactive simulations. Collaborated with esteemed professors and university students on research projects while conducting real-time observations of solar eruptions, Mars, Mercury, and various star formations.

• Participated in the camp for 6 weeks giving concerts and doing educational activities with people with disabilities and elderly residents in USA
• Won 100% scholarship
• Attended first year as an intern and second year as an intern leader
• Managed performance evaluations for interns, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.

Enhanced teamwork and collaboration skills while gaining in-depth knowledge of fire department operations, including the functions of various fire trucks, emergency response protocols, and firefighter roles. Actively participated in controlled fire operations, applying learned techniques alongside experienced firefighters in high-intensity training environments.

• Made an internship at an organization which opened factories for the integration of disabled people into society through working
• Helped patients with their works and observed them through their working hours
• Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.