Emre Parlak

About

I specialize in brand identity, typography, digital, print/editorial, and motion design with experience in both industry and academia. My work focuses on creating design solutions that effectively manage projects from initial concept to final execution, ensuring meaningful outcomes across different media platforms.

My design process is collaborative and adaptable. I take time to understand the needs of my partners, using their insights to guide the development of concepts and solutions. This approach ensures that each project builds a body of work that is strategic and aligned with shared objectives.

Driven by a belief in the importance of details, I carefully refine every element of the design process—from typography to grid structures, and color palettes to motion elements. Inspired by Charles and Ray Eames’ philosophy, “The details are not details; they make the product,” I strive for coherence across digital and print platforms.

My design philosophy emphasizes simplicity with purpose. I aim to create functional solutions that communicate clearly and effectively, transforming complex challenges into meaningful visual narratives.

Work Experience

Fevkalade
Founding Partner and Director
2009—Present

ISType
Co-organizer
2019—2022

Katalist
Graphic Designer
2007—2008

Pixelplus Interactive
Digital Designer
2006—2007

Rafineri/Trafo Interactive
Internship
2005

Teaching Experience

Rutgers University
Mason Gross School of the Arts
2025—Present

Binghamton University (SUNY)
Department of Art and Design
2022—2024

Özyeğin University
Communication Design Department
2022

Sabancı University
Visual Arts & Visual Communication Design Department
2017—2018


Education

Sabancı University
MA in Visual Arts & Visual Communication Design
2011

Yeditepe University
BA in Visual Communication Design
2007

— Brand Identity
— Brand Guideline
— Design System
— Digital
— Print/Editorial
— Type Design
— Packaging
— Environmental
— Motion Design

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