Interdisciplinary senior creative and full-time instructor from istanbul, working in the fields of creative direction, branding, visual communication, packaging, editorial & type design. Also a music writer, radio programmer & DJ.
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InstructorSabanci UniversityIstanbul, Tr -
InstructorSabanci University Sep 2024 - PresentIstanbul, TürkiyeResponsible for VA201 Visual Language I and VA403 Design Studio III courses.
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Founder & Creative DirectorChriak&Co. Sep 2009 - PresentIstanbul, TurkeyDesign consultancy operating in the fields of creative dirwction, (re)branding, lettering, bespoke typeface design, packaging design, art direction, editorial design, information design, interface (UI/UX) design, web design, motion graphics, video editing & photography. -
Radio Programmer / DjAçık Radyo Apr 2003 - PresentIstanbul, Turkey'Login' is live every Saturday night at around 23-24hrs local time representing best and selected contemporary electronic music with a wide spectrum from idm to techno or from noise to ambient and any kinds of experimental example. -
Type Designer, FounderIstambulin Sep 2009 - PresentIstanbul, TurkeyVernacular based digital type foundry & typographic workshop base, interested in local typographic heritage at first sight, to be launched mid 2017.
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Founder, Editor, Music WriterHalfstereo Nov 2008 - Presentİstanbul's bilingual online music publication, dealing with 'good music' since 2008. Interviews, articles & review coverage all related with contemporary music scene in relation with night life of the city istanbul. Hot spot for not-hype-but-good-music situations.
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LecturerIstanbul Technical University Sep 2023 - Sep 2024Istanbul, TurkeyResponsible for the ENT343E Typography course in the Department of Industrial Design -
Creative Group HeadI Mean It Creative Mar 2018 - May 2024Istanbul, TurkeyMain Accounts: İş Sanat (Türkiye İş Bankası), Türk Tuborg (Tuborg, Carlsberg, Frederik, Guinness, Weihenstephaner, Kronenbourg 1664, Sol, Desperados), Eyüp Sabri Tuncer, Amasya Et Ürünleri (TAB Gıda), Sanko Textile -
Senior Art DirectorI Mean It Creative Dec 2014 - Feb 2018Istanbul, TurkeyMain Accounts: FOX, Türk Tuborg (Tuborg, Carlsberg, Guinness, Corona, Leffe, Hoegaarden, Weihenstephaner), Turkish Tourism Campaign, D-Smart, Buka, Amasya Et Ürünleri, Sanko Holding, Tatil.com, myGini
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LecturerIstanbul Bilgi University Sep 2019 - Jan 2024Istanbul, TurkeyResponsible for VCD222 Typography I & VCD223 Typography II classes. -
LecturerIşık Üniversitesi Sep 2018 - Sep 2023Maslak Mah., İstanbul Province, TurkeyResponsible for GRT358 Creativity In Design & GITA 2202 Publication Design classes. -
Country Delegate For TurkeyAssociation Typographique Internationale (Atypi) Oct 2014 - Sep 2019 -
LecturerOkan University Sep 2017 - Sep 2018Istanbul, TurkeyI was responsible for GIT 212 Introduction to Visual Communication Design & GIT 222 Typography II classes. -
Radio Programmer / DjDinamo 103.8 Fm Oct 2005 - Oct 2016'Fraktal' is live every Tuesday around 20-21hrs local time giving a snapshot of forthcoming hits and releases from all around the world's best, upcaoming and leading dance music labels.
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Freelance Music WriterRadikal Newspaper Feb 2011 - Mar 2016Contributing writer & reviewer for Radikal Hayat.
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Art DirectorManajans / Jwt Sep 2011 - Nov 2014Istanbul, TurkeyAccounts: Turkcell, Gnctrkcll, Anadolu Efes (Bomonti, Marmara, Kozel, Duvel, Grolsch, Erdinger), Ülker Kurumsal, Fenerbahçe Ülker, Dankek, Olala, Çokoprens, Diageo/Mey (Yeni Rakı), Bayer (Bepanthol, Supradyn, Redoxon, Priorin), Shell, Weber, Seramiksan, Doğa Çay, Kristal Yağları & Tuttur.com.
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Art DirectorUltrarpm Aug 2009 - Mar 2011Accounts: Coca Cola (Schweppes, Doğadan, Damla), Beck's, Eczacıbaşı (Selpak, VitrA, Artema, Intema, O.K., Detan), Koç Holdings Corporate, Vakko, BKM (Interbank Card Center), Superonline, Balparmak, Pakmaya, Pegasus Airlines, Nesine.com & İstanbul 2010 Cultural Capital Agency. -
Freelance Music WriterBasatap / Sistemsensin Apr 2004 - Mar 2010Has contributed more than 300 articles and interviews including the top notch artists from around the world.
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Freelance Music WriterTimeout Istanbul / Ajansmedya Mar 2006 - Jan 2009Contributed more then 30 articles and interviews including artists like Daft Punk, The Rapture and also wrote head articles about Jazz Festivals as well as nightlife & clubbing.
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Intern Junior Art DirectorDdb&Co. Istanbul Aug 2008 - Nov 2008Worked for Finansbank, Radikal, Forum Istanbul & WWF.
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Intern Junior Art DirectorTbwa Istanbul Sep 2007 - Oct 2007Contributed on projects & campaigns for Beko, Motorola, BMW, Mini Cooper & Borusan Motor. -
Editor / Music WriterClubintro.Com / Yeni Renk Ltd. Sep 2004 - Jan 2007In charge of all editorial construction and writing of Turkey's pioneer clubbing and electronic website at the time.
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Intern Graphic DesignerIkinokta:Mentalklinik Jul 2006 - Oct 2006Worked for Söktaş, Kemer Golf & Country Club and various other mid level clients.
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Freelance Music WriterIksv / İstanbuldostlari.Org Apr 2002 - Jan 2005Contributed more than 100 articles about all artists and bands which were included in the festivals of IKSV as well as writing about the current releases from various labels and genres including electronic, jazz, funk & rock. -
Assistant CookDivan Jun 2002 - Sep 2002IstanbulWorked as an assistant cook at Divan Hotel Elmadağ main kitchen and Divan Brasserie Kalamış Marina.
Christopher Çolak Skills
Christopher Çolak Education Details
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Visual Communication Design
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Christopher Çolak works for Sabanci University
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Christopher Çolak attended Marmara University, Marmara Üniversitesi, İstanbul Bilgi Üniversitesi.
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