If you are interested in talking to us about a new project, please contact:
P.S. We often answer within a day and we speak both Turkish and English. Görüşmek üzere.
We are dedicated to developing innovative solutions that not only meet the needs of our clients but also create a positive impact on society. Whether it's crafting products, campaigns, images or environments, our team always delivers with an effective message and unparalleled quality. We collaborate closely with clients to ensure their strategy is on-point, the tone of voice hits the right note with their audience, and their message is conveyed seamlessly across all platforms – physical, digital, and environmental.
Our intentionally small team serves as a launchpad for innovation, allowing us to bring in a dream team of artists, photographers, developers, copywriters, and other pros to join us on larger projects. Playing, learning, and experimenting are critical to our creative process, and we're constantly seeking out fresh ways to tell our clients' stories. In our spare time, we tinker with side projects to explore new ideas, discover fun tricks, and keep our fingers on the pulse of contemporary culture.
Sömestr aims to be a business that is in a state of constant renewal, while also contributing to culture through the power of design. Our goal is to establish ourselves as a leading design company that is recognized for its commitment to creativity, innovation, and positive impact.
Notable Awards
38th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Packaging Award, 2019
Graphis Poster Annual 2019 Gold
Graphis Poster Annual 2019 Silver
Turkey Environmental Label (Ecolabel) Logo Design Competition First Prize, 2018
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Self Promotion Winner, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Outdoor Award, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Motion Graphics Award, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Logo Design Success Award, 2017
İstanbul Wooden Toy Design Competition First Prize, 2017
54th International Troia Festival Poster Contest First Prize, 2017
35th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Motion Graphics Award, 2016
İstanbul Illustrations Competition First Prize, 2016
WPO WorldStar Packaging Awards Winner, 2014
Notable Exhibitions
Thessaloniki Design Week, 2019
GDFB What Do You Do Poster Selection, Breda 2015
Rapor Exhibition, Mixer İstanbul 2015
Comic Sans Cancer, The Proud Archivist, London 2014
Connecting the Dots: Workshops, Pera Museum, Istanbul 2013
Skopje Poster Festival Competition Award, Skopje 2013
Notable Publications
Gonzalo Miranda Website - Awwwards, 2020
IXDesign Typography Theme, 2020
Yambo Studio Website - Awwwards, 2019
The Dieline, 2019
Skylife Magazine, 2018
Gallery Vol. 39, 2017
Exhibition Art, Sandu Publishing, 2016
Typomania Festival Selection, 2016
The Dieline, 2014
Doğukan Karapınar
Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Dilara Şebnem Esendemir
Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Resul Çelik
Senior Designer
Zeynep Yeşilmaden
Designer
We are always happy to meet new talent. We also collaborate with independent freelancers for bigger projects. Please get in touch to apply for a position for immediate or future opportunities.
Interested in an internship at our studio? We offer paid internships for only the best emerging talent. Please keep in mind that we are %70 remote.
If you are interested in talking to us about a new project, please contact:
P.S. We often answer within a day and we speak both Turkish and English. Görüşmek üzere.
We are dedicated to developing innovative solutions that not only meet the needs of our clients but also create a positive impact on society. Whether it's crafting products, campaigns, images or environments, our team always delivers with an effective message and unparalleled quality. We collaborate closely with clients to ensure their strategy is on-point, the tone of voice hits the right note with their audience, and their message is conveyed seamlessly across all platforms – physical, digital, and environmental.
Our intentionally small team serves as a launchpad for innovation, allowing us to bring in a dream team of artists, photographers, developers, copywriters, and other pros to join us on larger projects. Playing, learning, and experimenting are critical to our creative process, and we're constantly seeking out fresh ways to tell our clients' stories. In our spare time, we tinker with side projects to explore new ideas, discover fun tricks, and keep our fingers on the pulse of contemporary culture.
Sömestr aims to be a business that is in a state of constant renewal, while also contributing to culture through the power of design. Our goal is to establish ourselves as a leading design company that is recognized for its commitment to creativity, innovation, and positive impact.
Notable Awards
38th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Packaging Award, 2019
Graphis Poster Annual 2019 Gold
Graphis Poster Annual 2019 Silver
Turkey Environmental Label (Ecolabel) Logo Design Competition First Prize, 2018
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Self Promotion Winner, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Outdoor Award, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Motion Graphics Award, 2017
36th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Logo Design Success Award, 2017
İstanbul Wooden Toy Design Competition First Prize, 2017
54th International Troia Festival Poster Contest First Prize, 2017
35th GMK Turkish Graphic Designers Ass. Motion Graphics Award, 2016
İstanbul Illustrations Competition First Prize, 2016
WPO WorldStar Packaging Awards Winner, 2014
Notable Exhibitions
Thessaloniki Design Week, 2019
GDFB What Do You Do Poster Selection, Breda 2015
Rapor Exhibition, Mixer İstanbul 2015
Comic Sans Cancer, The Proud Archivist, London 2014
Connecting the Dots: Workshops, Pera Museum, Istanbul 2013
Skopje Poster Festival Competition Award, Skopje 2013
Notable Publications
Gonzalo Miranda Website - Awwwards, 2020
IXDesign Typography Theme, 2020
Yambo Studio Website - Awwwards, 2019
The Dieline, 2019
Skylife Magazine, 2018
Gallery Vol. 39, 2017
Exhibition Art, Sandu Publishing, 2016
Typomania Festival Selection, 2016
The Dieline, 2014
Doğukan Karapınar
Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Dilara Şebnem Esendemir
Co-Founder, Chief Creative Officer
Resul Çelik
Senior Designer
Zeynep Yeşilmaden
Designer
We are always happy to meet new talent. We also collaborate with independent freelancers for bigger projects. Please get in touch to apply for a position for immediate or future opportunities.
Interested in an internship at our studio? We offer paid internships for only the best emerging talent. Please keep in mind that we are %70 remote.
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