Mert Serim

Experience

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  Bigumigu

  Oct 2014 - May 2020

  • Conducted on-site conference coverage 21 times at creativity, tech and innovation festivals such as SXSW (4x), Web Summit (3x), and Cannes Lions (2x)• Supervised the production and distribution of 230 branded videos across two projects, and organized 23 in-person events with multidisciplinary creators, attracting over 80 attendees• Analyzed tech, digital, and communication trends and conducted keynotes about those topics to various clients and communities • Wrote 2600+ articles focused on design, art, technology, advertising, and all-around creative works• Conducted 40+ interviews with designers, creators, filmmakers, and founders, such as Global CMO @ Burger King, Co-Founder @ Rotten Tomatoes, CEO @ VSCO, and Sophia the Robot

  • Content and Project Manager

    Jan 2018 - May 2020

  • Editor

    Oct 2014 - Jan 2018
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  Response Digital Growth Agency

  Sept 2020 - Jul 2021

  Content Marketing Manager

  • Constructed the content strategy for both agency and 13 clients aligned with goals leveraging pillar and cluster content with keyword analysis tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush) • Orchestrated comprehensive rebranding of website and corporate identity• Cultivated high-value newsletter for C-Level marketing professionals (Launch halt by mgmt)

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  Pisano

  Oct 2021 - May 2023

  Content Marketing Manager

  • Assembling the content strategy across Pisano Academy and all channels by instructing internal and external partners to deliver high-quality content aligned with company goals, metrics, KPI’s• Establishing a community-driven initiative “Pisano Friends” for CX professionals to create collaborative content which provides value for each party• Facilitating Search Engine Optimization (SEO) friendly 60+ pillar and cluster content by using keyword research tools (SEMrush, Ubersuggest) and repurposing them into various formats• Instituting monthly webinars to build B2B relations, generate new leads Show less

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  Dirtybarn

  Jul 2023 - now

  Co-Founder, Content and Project Manager

  • Co-founded and operating by a team of 2, producing high-quality visual assets for designers and companies, offering both B2B and B2C services. Featured clients; Microsoft, Clipchamp, GoDaddy, FxPro

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  Afterwork

  Jul 2023 - Apr 2024

  Digital Producer

  • Directed creative operations between clients and designers at Afterwork, a multidisciplinary creative studio that delivers 3D design, animation, photography, AR filters, and video production projects to life

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  Self-employed

  Dec 2023 - now

  Project Manager and Creative Content Producer

  • Contributing to teams’ content production efforts across various publications or startups, both in terms of operation and execution• Participating in local organizations as a videographer, digital marketer or other roles aligned with my skillset• Creating connections between different topics in media, communication, the internet, and culture by analyzing trends and delivering content across platforms