Ilgım Erbil
Junior Designer
London
Summary
I’ve had the opportunity to work across Istanbul, Paris, London, and remotely with Frankfurt, collaborating with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds. These experiences have strengthened my adaptability, communication, and problem-solving skills, while also helping me grow into natural leadership roles. With a background in digital design and branding, I’m passionate about crafting thoughtful, user-focused solutions and continually developing my skills to contribute meaningfully to every project I work on.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Product Design Intern
Klimado
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and prototyped UX/UI improvements for Klimado’s sustainability SaaS platform, focusing on clarity, usability, and accessibility.
- Supported the partner marketplace redesign, delivering wireframes and high-fidelity visuals aligned with modern product design patterns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency across product and marketing touchpoints.
- Conducted research into ESG regulations, certifications, and sustainability trends to inform design decisions and enhance product storytelling.
Hospitality & Service Supervisor
Bella Italia Paddington
01.2024 - Current
- Ensuring excellent customer experience and service.
- Supervising daily operations and coordinating staff.
- Managing stock control to ensure seamless restaurant operations.
- Contributing to team effectiveness by fostering collaboration and efficiency.
- Overseeing all aspects of restaurant functionality to maintain operational excellence.
- Motivating and guiding the team to provide outstanding customer service through clear directives and leadership.
Head Of Graphic Design Interns
ÉCU - The European Independent Film Festival
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Created logos and brand guides for ECU and its affiliates.
- Designed promotional visuals (flyers, posters, tote bags, t-shirts).
- Developed UI elements for websites.
- Assisted video department with graphic visuals.
Communication Design Intern
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Developed internal communication strategies and monthly reports.
- Managed Instagram career page (@goodyearkariyer).
- Designed corporate materials adhering to brand guidelines.
- Collaborated with creative agencies.
- Produced BTL and internal communication visuals.
- Assisted departments with Adobe programs.
Education
Master of Science - Digital Design And Branding
Brunel University London
London07.2025
B.A. - Communication Design
Yildiz Technical University
06.2023
Skills
- Design Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD, Premiere Pro)
- Prototyping & No-Code: Figma Prototyping, Webflow
- Product & UX/UI: Wireframing, User Flows, Prototyping, Responsive Design, Design Systems
- Visual Design: Branding, Layout Design, Typography, Motion Graphics
- Productivity & Collaboration: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Miro, Notion
Certification
Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner, IBM
LINKS
Ilgim's Portfolio
Timeline
Product Design Intern
Klimado
08.2025 - Current
Hospitality & Service Supervisor
Bella Italia Paddington
01.2024 - Current
Head Of Graphic Design Interns
ÉCU - The European Independent Film Festival
09.2023 - 12.2023
Communication Design Intern
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
08.2022 - 04.2023
B.A. - Communication Design
Yildiz Technical University
Master of Science - Digital Design And Branding
Brunel University London