Hakan H.
Senior Visual Designer
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Hakan H. is a seasoned artist and visual designer with over 20 years of expertise across diverse creative domains such as digital art, art direction, animation, and motion graphics. His professional journey spans industries like film and VFX, advertising, fashion, publishing, live performance, and emerging AI-based workflows. Hakan's work revolves around visual experimentation and world-building, emphasizing the creation of unique visual languages. He has exhibited internationally alongside prominent visionary artists and has been featured in various publications. As the creator and author of "The Universal Transmissions Codex," he successfully launched the experimental art book through a record-breaking Kickstarter campaign, showcasing his capability in developing a comprehensive visual identity. Additionally, Hakan has extensive experience as an art director for large-scale outdoor and digital advertising in Türkiye, leading teams to balance creative ambition with technical constraints. His artistic endeavors also include stage design, VJ performance, and projection mapping at festivals worldwide, and he operates independent e-commerce stores for his artwork.
Experience
AI-ASSISTED IMAGE & VIDEO WORKFLOWS
null · 2024 — PresentDeveloped and adjusted ComfyUI workflows for image and video generation using current generative models. Merged generative systems with established digital art, compositing, animation, and post-production practices in artist-controlled production pipelines.AUTHOR & CREATOR - THE UNIVERSAL TRANSMISSIONS CODEX
null · 2023 — PresentServed as the creator and author of an independently published experimental art book that integrates visual art with esoterica, science, geometry, symbolism, and consciousness, accompanied by an original asemic visual language. Successfully initiated the project via a Kickstarter campaign. Authored, designed, illustrated, and crafted its visual identity, currently working on Volume II and interactive/digital extensions.STAGE DESIGN, VJ PERFORMANCE & PROJECTION MAPPING
International · 2009 — 2019Produced large-scale stage visuals, projection mapping, and live VJ performances at various festivals and concerts worldwide. Developed visuals for significant productions, such as Shpongle Live in London. Focused on designing modular, loop-based, and real-time visual systems tailored for live performance.VJ CONTENT & VISUAL LOOP DESIGN
null · 2015 — PresentCreated and distributed themed VJ loop collections utilized by professional visual performers worldwide during large-scale shows and festivals. Emphasized the design of modular animation for visual coherence during recombination, looping, layering, and live performance.ART DIRECTOR - LARGE-SCALE OUTDOOR & DIGITAL ADVERTISING
Türkiye · 2009 — 2014Directed art and advertising concepts, graphic design, animation, and motion graphics for expansive billboard and large-format digital display networks, including metro station screens. Coordinated teams of graphic artists and animators, ensuring visual quality across multiple, deadline-driven projects. Managed the balance of creative goals with technical requirements and high-volume production.INDEPENDENT ART, DESIGN & E-COMMERCE
null · 2014 — PresentManaged independent Shopify and Etsy stores for the global sale of art prints, canvas works, apparel, accessories, home design products, and digital artwork. Oversaw artwork creation, product development, presentation, branding, and online creative direction.APPAREL, STREETWEAR & PATTERN DESIGN
International · 2013 — PresentCrafted artwork, patterns, apparel graphics, and visual concepts for brands such as Nomad Wear, Acidmath, The Headspace, Space Tribe Clothing, Infinite Bit, and Threyda. Converted intricate artwork into repeatable patterns and product-specific visual systems.VISIONARY DIGITAL ARTIST / VISUAL DESIGNER
International · 2012 — PresentDeveloped a unique visual language that merges visionary art, geometry, symbolism, science, consciousness, architecture, and typography. Exhibited at international venues with notable visionary artists. Contributed to various books, magazines, and digital platforms, engaging in long-form podcast interviews focusing on art and creativity. Created cohesive visual systems adaptable across print, digital, motion, installation, music, fashion, and interactive media.GRAPHIC DESIGN, ILLUSTRATION & EDITORIAL - MOBIMEDYA
null · 2008 — 2009Handled magazine cover design, illustration, editorial design, page layout, and graphic design for a technology publishing company.MOTION GRAPHICS, VFX & FILM PRODUCTION - ATLAS FILM
null · 2004 — 2008Engaged in motion graphics, VFX, animation, video editing, graphic design, and film/video post-production, including the creation of DVD/Blu-ray menus.COMMERCIAL VISUAL DESIGN / MUSIC / PUBLISHING
International · 2004 — PresentCreated numerous album covers, animated covers, and CD and vinyl packaging for musicians, DJs, and labels spanning multiple genres. Designed countless festival and concert posters, flyers, and visual identities, including original IP and branding for international events. Engaged in book and novel cover design, collaborating with publishers and independent clients primarily in the 2000s to around 2012. Developed logos and identities for businesses, musicians, clothing brands, online platforms, and cultural projects, including animated identities.FILMMAKER, DIRECTOR & EXPERIMENTAL MEDIA ARTIST
null · 2004 — PresentAuthored and directed works that include animation, live action, experimental film, music videos, and video art. Participated in screenings at festivals, exhibitions, galleries, and major cultural events; selected projects gained awards or festival recognition. Developed long-form synchronized visual performances tailored for bands, especially in the metal and progressive rock genres, combining animation, editing, video production, and projection mapping.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Film & Television ProductionIstanbul Academy · 2004 — 2006
- Bachelor of Fine Arts - PaintingTAFE · 1999 — 2003