Sadaf Taghipour Farshi
Project Manager & Business Development Manager
Istanbul
Summary
Business development-oriented project manager with 4 years of expertise in gaming and app development sectors and over 10 years in digital industries. Demonstrates a proven track record in forging strategic partnerships, executing agile project management, and leading cross-functional teams across Europe, MENA, LATAM, and Asia. Aligns projects with product roadmaps while driving growth through innovative technology and creative solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Project Manager, Business Development Manager
Joygame Publishing
12.2025 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new game studios in assigned territory.
Project Manager
MadByte Games / Joygame
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Led full project lifecycles (Prototype → Demo → Early Access → Launch) for PC games across global markets.
- Coordinated 4+ cross-functional teams (development, art, publishing, creative) using Agile methodology.
- Orchestrated the end-to-end management of team projects, including sprint planning, task delegation, and timeline oversight, ensuring seamless project delivery.
- Managed localization for international launches (e.g. Russia, Vietnam), ensuring cultural and language adaptation.
- Oversaw partnerships with brands such as Vodafone and Kaspersky to align marketing strategies and brand integration.
- Tools used: Jira, MS Project, Project Plan 365, Slack.
Digital Marketing Consultant
KURSHUNI Jewellery
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed global digital marketing strategy and social media execution for a luxury jewelry brand.
- Developed digital assets (visuals, reels, email campaigns) for fairs like Vicenzaoro, JCK, HOMI.
- Led a remote creative team (designers, videographers) and coordinated content production across regions.
- Achieved 70%+ growth in social media engagement through targeted campaigns.
Owner & Official B2B Partner
Good for You Coffee House
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed end-to-end operations of a self-owned coffee house.
- Organized regular in-store events and customer engagement activities.
- Designed and executed digital ads and promotions, increasing sales by 40%.
Sr. Account Manager
Reklam5 Digital Marketing Agency
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Prepared strategic roadmaps and Managed SM channels also directed digital ad campaigns and strategy for global brands such as Note Cosmetics, L-ZBoy, Emar Turkey, and Altın Yatak.
Graphic Designer and Content Strategy Manager
CFA Advertising
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Made content strategy for global brands of BSH Company (Bosch, Siemens, Neff)
- Created visual content and localized marketing materials for brands across Russia, MENA, and Iran.
Account Manager
CFA Advertising
01.2016 - 01.2017
Education
Project Management - undefined
Istanbul Institute
08.2024
Art Education - undefined
The art school of Mr.Nihat Abaci
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF TABRIZ
Tabriz, Iran01.2015
Skills
Project Management Tools: Jira, MS Project, Slack, Asana, Mondaycom, Project Plan 365
Marketing & Analytics: Meta, Google Ads, Google Analytics, IG
Business & Data analytics with Firebase, Insight tracker, Sensor tower
Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Sprint Planning, Retrospectives
Design & Creative: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects
Certification
PMI Training Success Certificate – Istanbul Institute (Completed, preparing for exam)
Key Strengths
- End-to-end project ownership & strategic planning
- Cross-cultural team leadership
- Open and clear communicator with a collaborative mindset
- Strong design-literacy & marketing insight
- Adaptable to fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments
Timeline
Project Manager, Business Development Manager
Joygame Publishing
12.2025 - Current
Project Manager
MadByte Games / Joygame
01.2022 - 12.2025
Digital Marketing Consultant
KURSHUNI Jewellery
01.2022 - 01.2024
Owner & Official B2B Partner
Good for You Coffee House
10.2021 - 03.2022
Sr. Account Manager
Reklam5 Digital Marketing Agency
01.2019 - 01.2022
Graphic Designer and Content Strategy Manager
CFA Advertising
01.2017 - 01.2019
Account Manager
CFA Advertising
01.2016 - 01.2017
Project Management - undefined
Istanbul Institute
Art Education - undefined
The art school of Mr.Nihat Abaci
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF TABRIZ