Hello,
Hello,
Hello,
Hello, I'm Ekrem.
I design interfaces.
I'm Ekrem.
I'm Ekrem.
I'm Ekrem.
I design
I design
I design
interfaces.
interfaces.
interfaces.
12
years✦
200+
projects✦
100+
clients✦
20+
industries✦
5.000+
cups of coffee✦
12
years✦
200+
projects✦
100+
clients✦
20+
industries✦
5.000+
cups of coffee✦
12
years✦
200+
projects✦
100+
clients✦
20+
industries✦
5.000+
cups of coffee✦
12
years✦
200+
projects✦
100+
clients✦
20+
industries✦
5.000+
cups of coffee✦
Long story,
short.
I'm Ekrem Ateş, an Istanbul-based Product Designer crafting experiences for millions of users around the globe.
I don't just design, I aim to redefine. With a keen eye for detail and a blend of aesthetics and functionality, I craft user experiences that elevate the very notion of utility and beauty.
I thrive on diverse design challenges. From crafting digital experiences to mentoring businesses and people in the field, I'm constantly expanding my skillset and exploring new frontiers in design. As a passionate learner, I always seek new challenges to push my creative boundaries.
My work is my passion.
✦ Visual Design
Visionary creative direction with expertise in web, mobile, layout, typography, and design systems. I craft impactful visuals, prototype for seamless user experiences, and ensure brand identity is unwavering across all touchpoints.
✦ Visual Design
Visionary creative direction with expertise in web, mobile, layout, typography, and design systems. I craft impactful visuals, prototype for seamless user experiences, and ensure brand identity is unwavering across all touchpoints.
✦ Visual Design
Visionary creative direction with expertise in web, mobile, layout, typography, and design systems. I craft impactful visuals, prototype for seamless user experiences, and ensure brand identity is unwavering across all touchpoints.
✦ User Experience
Data-driven UX design with expertise in research, analysis, and usability. I craft user-centered solutions through data & storytelling, driving engagement and brand impact.
✦ User Experience
Data-driven UX design with expertise in research, analysis, and usability. I craft user-centered solutions through data & storytelling, driving engagement and brand impact.
✦ User Experience
Data-driven UX design with expertise in research, analysis, and usability. I craft user-centered solutions through data & storytelling, driving engagement and brand impact.
✦ User Research
Inquisitive user research with a keen eye for detail. I leverage user interviews, testing, and data analysis to uncover user needs and translate them into actionable insights, informing user-centered design.
✦ User Research
Inquisitive user research with a keen eye for detail. I leverage user interviews, testing, and data analysis to uncover user needs and translate them into actionable insights, informing user-centered design.
✦ User Research
Inquisitive user research with a keen eye for detail. I leverage user interviews, testing, and data analysis to uncover user needs and translate them into actionable insights, informing user-centered design.
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It's been a great journey so far.
From the outset of my career, I enjoyed working and learning at companies in diverse industries.
Bilyoner
Staff Product Designer
Aug 23 — Present
I have been spearheading the digital renewal and transformation processes at Turkey's most established betting company Bilyoner, culminating in the company's most comprehensive project to date, dedicated to its 20th anniversary. In this role, I have been actively involved in all aspects of the product, including product design and product strategy.
Staff Product Designer
Aug 23 — Present
I have been spearheading the digital renewal and transformation processes at Turkey's most established betting company Bilyoner, culminating in the company's most comprehensive project to date, dedicated to its 20th anniversary. In this role, I have been actively involved in all aspects of the product, including product design and product strategy.
Staff Product Designer
Aug 23 — Present
I have been spearheading the digital renewal and transformation processes at Turkey's most established betting company Bilyoner, culminating in the company's most comprehensive project to date, dedicated to its 20th anniversary. In this role, I have been actively involved in all aspects of the product, including product design and product strategy.
Staff Product Designer
Aug 23 — Present
I have been spearheading the digital renewal and transformation processes at Turkey's most established betting company Bilyoner, culminating in the company's most comprehensive project to date, dedicated to its 20th anniversary. In this role, I have been actively involved in all aspects of the product, including product design and product strategy.
IBM iX
Staff Product Designer
Sep 2020 — Sep 2022
Led the design process from user research to visual design, ensuring design aligns with business goals and technical feasibility. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (founders, engineers, designers) to solve design challenges and optimize user experience (UX). Established and maintained design systems for brand consistency, accessibility, and efficient design workflows.
Staff Product Designer
Sep 2020 — Sep 2022
Led the design process from user research to visual design, ensuring design aligns with business goals and technical feasibility. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (founders, engineers, designers) to solve design challenges and optimize user experience (UX). Established and maintained design systems for brand consistency, accessibility, and efficient design workflows.
Staff Product Designer
Sep 2020 — Sep 2022
Led the design process from user research to visual design, ensuring design aligns with business goals and technical feasibility. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (founders, engineers, designers) to solve design challenges and optimize user experience (UX). Established and maintained design systems for brand consistency, accessibility, and efficient design workflows.
Staff Product Designer
Sep 2020 — Sep 2022
Led the design process from user research to visual design, ensuring design aligns with business goals and technical feasibility. Collaborated with cross-functional teams (founders, engineers, designers) to solve design challenges and optimize user experience (UX). Established and maintained design systems for brand consistency, accessibility, and efficient design workflows.
Independent
venture
Independent venture
Entrepreneur & Product Design Consultant
Dec 2018 — Sep 2020
I led designs of Kredya, to address the financial needs of users and elevating my industry standing. Subsequently, I leveraged my expertise to provide end-to-end product design consulting services remotely to companies like ProductHired (a digital product recruitment platform) and Tako Agency (a Los Angeles-based digital agency serving clients across the US).
Entrepreneur & Product Design Consultant
Dec 2018 — Sep 2020
I led designs of Kredya, to address the financial needs of users and elevating my industry standing. Subsequently, I leveraged my expertise to provide end-to-end product design consulting services remotely to companies like ProductHired (a digital product recruitment platform) and Tako Agency (a Los Angeles-based digital agency serving clients across the US).
Entrepreneur & Product Design Consultant
Dec 2018 — Sep 2020
I led designs of Kredya, to address the financial needs of users and elevating my industry standing. Subsequently, I leveraged my expertise to provide end-to-end product design consulting services remotely to companies like ProductHired (a digital product recruitment platform) and Tako Agency (a Los Angeles-based digital agency serving clients across the US).
Entrepreneur & Product Design Consultant
Dec 2018 — Sep 2020
I led designs of Kredya, to address the financial needs of users and elevating my industry standing. Subsequently, I leveraged my expertise to provide end-to-end product design consulting services remotely to companies like ProductHired (a digital product recruitment platform) and Tako Agency (a Los Angeles-based digital agency serving clients across the US).
Deloitte
Sr. Product Design Consultant
Jun 2017 — Dec 2018
I was responsible for the full design cycle for digital products at Deloitte, collaborating directly with clients. Conducted thorough research to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Designed user interfaces and presented solutions through compelling commented videos and live demos. Ensured smooth development by supervising the build process.
Sr. Product Design Consultant
Jun 2017 — Dec 2018
I was responsible for the full design cycle for digital products at Deloitte, collaborating directly with clients. Conducted thorough research to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Designed user interfaces and presented solutions through compelling commented videos and live demos. Ensured smooth development by supervising the build process.
Sr. Product Design Consultant
Jun 2017 — Dec 2018
I was responsible for the full design cycle for digital products at Deloitte, collaborating directly with clients. Conducted thorough research to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Designed user interfaces and presented solutions through compelling commented videos and live demos. Ensured smooth development by supervising the build process.
Sr. Product Design Consultant
Jun 2017 — Dec 2018
I was responsible for the full design cycle for digital products at Deloitte, collaborating directly with clients. Conducted thorough research to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Designed user interfaces and presented solutions through compelling commented videos and live demos. Ensured smooth development by supervising the build process.
Hürriyet
Product Designer
May 2016 — May 2017
Spearheaded the design process for digital products of one of the biggest media companies in Turkey. I collaborated with the research team to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Additionally, I played a key role in defining optimization strategies and creating MVPs. I actively promoted completed projects within the company and the design community.
Product Designer
May 2016 — May 2017
Spearheaded the design process for digital products of one of the biggest media companies in Turkey. I collaborated with the research team to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Additionally, I played a key role in defining optimization strategies and creating MVPs. I actively promoted completed projects within the company and the design community.
Product Designer
May 2016 — May 2017
Spearheaded the design process for digital products of one of the biggest media companies in Turkey. I collaborated with the research team to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Additionally, I played a key role in defining optimization strategies and creating MVPs. I actively promoted completed projects within the company and the design community.
Product Designer
May 2016 — May 2017
Spearheaded the design process for digital products of one of the biggest media companies in Turkey. I collaborated with the research team to define product goals, vision, and strategy. Additionally, I played a key role in defining optimization strategies and creating MVPs. I actively promoted completed projects within the company and the design community.
Userspots
User Interface Designer
Jan 2015 — May 2016
Played a key role in crafting exceptional UX/UI for diverse clients. Collaborating with stakeholders, I championed intuitive interactions, effective prototypes, and iterative UI/UX that boosted product usability. I conducted UX studies, integrated designs via CSS/HTML, and fostered seamless engineering collaboration.
User Interface Designer
Jan 2015 — May 2016
Played a key role in crafting exceptional UX/UI for diverse clients. Collaborating with stakeholders, I championed intuitive interactions, effective prototypes, and iterative UI/UX that boosted product usability. I conducted UX studies, integrated designs via CSS/HTML, and fostered seamless engineering collaboration.
User Interface Designer
Jan 2015 — May 2016
Played a key role in crafting exceptional UX/UI for diverse clients. Collaborating with stakeholders, I championed intuitive interactions, effective prototypes, and iterative UI/UX that boosted product usability. I conducted UX studies, integrated designs via CSS/HTML, and fostered seamless engineering collaboration.
User Interface Designer
Jan 2015 — May 2016
Played a key role in crafting exceptional UX/UI for diverse clients. Collaborating with stakeholders, I championed intuitive interactions, effective prototypes, and iterative UI/UX that boosted product usability. I conducted UX studies, integrated designs via CSS/HTML, and fostered seamless engineering collaboration.
Tacirnet
User Interface Designer
Mar 2012 — Nov 2014
Responsible for designing web and mobile UI's. Had a chance to improve myself about UI & UX design and work for leading home appliances, clothing and technology companies of Turkey.
User Interface Designer
Mar 2012 — Nov 2014
Responsible for designing web and mobile UI's. Had a chance to improve myself about UI & UX design and work for leading home appliances, clothing and technology companies of Turkey.
User Interface Designer
Mar 2012 — Nov 2014
Responsible for designing web and mobile UI's. Had a chance to improve myself about UI & UX design and work for leading home appliances, clothing and technology companies of Turkey.
User Interface Designer
Mar 2012 — Nov 2014
Responsible for designing web and mobile UI's. Had a chance to improve myself about UI & UX design and work for leading home appliances, clothing and technology companies of Turkey.
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