Sema Köse
Istanbul,34
Summary
Positive and motivated professional with strong interpersonal skills and experience in community service, eager to learn and grow in collaborative environments. Solid understanding of design fundamentals with a keen eye for detail, quick to grasp new concepts and software, and skilled in creating engaging visual content. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and ready to further develop expertise in visual communication and graphic design.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
Pet Sitter
01.2022 - Current
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
Babysitter
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
Education
Lisans - Grafik Tasarımı
Trakya Üniversitesi
Edirne06-2024
Lisans - Grafik Tasarımı
Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi
İzmir06-2027
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Problem-solving
- Graphic design
- Logo design
- Social media design
- Branding and identity
- Adobe photoshop, illustrator, and InDesign
- Motion graphics
- Layout design
Accomplishments
3rd Prize in the International Student Font and Calligraphy Pangram/Font Poster Competition, 4th term, 2025
Certification
- Participated in workshop sessions held from May 16–19, 2025, as part of the Designers in İzmir project, and was a member of the “Kıyı Köşe” team.
- Completed the “Digital Master: Introduction to E-Commerce” training, offered online by TOBB, Habitat Association, and Trendyol.
Exhibitions
- Trakya University Faculty of Fine Arts, First-Year Students’ Basic Art Exhibition
- “Four Countries Four Universities – International Plastic Arts Exhibition”
- Trakya University Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Department, Second-Year Students’ Photography Exhibition
- Trakya University Faculty of Fine Arts, “The Visible Form of Thought ”Graphic Design Exhibition
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Babysitter
07.2023 - 08.2024
Volunteer
01.2022 - Current
Pet Sitter
01.2022 - Current
Lisans - Grafik Tasarımı
Trakya Üniversitesi
Lisans - Grafik Tasarımı
Dokuz Eylül Üniversitesi