Zeynep İlhan
Psychology / Marketing Psychology Specialist | Podcaster | Choreographer
Istanbul
Summary
Marketing Psychology graduate with a strong foundation in human behavior, communication, and organizational dynamics. Experienced in project coordination, content strategy, and stakeholder engagement. Equipped to support both marketing and HR teams through data-driven, people-centered approaches that enhance brand value and internal culture.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Project Management Intern
SCA Social
05.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Digital Marketing Agency
- Participated in project planning and campaign coordination.
- Gained hands-on experience in digital content workflows.
- Digital Marketing Agency
Marketing Intern
N1NJA Music & Mission Makers Podcast
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Company Overview: Podcast
- Organized podcast interviews and managed post-production media.
- Assisted with social media and marketing outreach.
- Podcast
Social Media Assistant
Crypto Mondays London
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed digital assets and media coordination for events.
- Supported the branding and online presence.
Psychology Intern
Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Observed clinical sessions on addiction, depression, and psychosis.
- Participated in patient interaction and seminars.
Community Manager
Speak App Project
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Built a student network platform with Sabancı University peers.
- Led user engagement and moderated community development.
Education
MSc - Marketing Psychology
Regent’s University
London 01.2023 - 01.2024
BA - Psychology
Koç University
Istanbul 01.2019 - 01.2023
BA - Social Sciences
Sabancı University
Istanbul 01.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Beşiktaş Anatolian High School
Istanbul 01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Adobe Premiere Pro
Research And Volunteer Projects
Turkey Project on Enhancing Marital Conflict Resolution, Ecologies of Human Development Lab
05/22 – 12/22
- Collaborated with Prof. Dr. Nazlı Baydar to expand the project nationally.
- Managed social media and communications for the research lab.
Volunteer Educator, Sabancı University Community Involvement Project
09/17 – 12/17
- Provided primary school support education.
- Learned and applied basic Turkish Sign Language.
Certification
Filmmaking Certificate, London Film Academy, 2024. Completed intensive training in directing, producing, cinematography, and editing.
Dance And Creative Works
- Dance Instructor, ITU Hip-Hop Club, 2020 – 2025
- Freelance Choreographer, 2019 – Present, Collaborated with artists like Lil Zey, Sedef Sebüktekin, Stabil, Baran Mengüç.
- World of Dance Istanbul, Participated in one-on-one freestyle battle and team choreography competition.
Podcast
Mental Health Podcaster, Spotify, 2023 – Present
- Created and hosted a podcast on psychological well-being.
- 50,000+ monthly views, 19,665 plays overall, and 994 active subscribers.
Social Links
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zeynep-ilhan-5874a714a/
- https://www.instagram.com/zeynepilhaannn
- https://youtube.com/@zeynepilhan4389
- https://open.spotify.com/show/1soRMkYHpjlTatNSzFD1c4
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/09/98
Timeline
Project Management Intern
SCA Social
05.2025 - Current
Marketing Intern
N1NJA Music & Mission Makers Podcast
05.2024 - 07.2024
Social Media Assistant
Crypto Mondays London
05.2024 - 07.2024
MSc - Marketing Psychology
Regent’s University
01.2023 - 01.2024
Psychology Intern
Moodist Psychiatry and Neurology Hospital
09.2021 - 10.2021
BA - Psychology
Koç University
01.2019 - 01.2023
Community Manager
Speak App Project
09.2017 - 12.2017
BA - Social Sciences
Sabancı University
01.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Beşiktaş Anatolian High School
01.2013 - 01.2017