2023
Yaprak Gültay is a recognized visual communications designer and a design leader, currently working as Design Director at Spotify.
Her approach blends design thinking and service design methodologies to bring human- centric digital experiences to life. She has been a jury member for the Digital Craft Lions for Cannes International Festival of Creativity that recognizes technological artistry, impeccable design, masterful execution and outstanding user experience in digital environments.
She is a hands-on designer, a driver of creative thought leadership and has been a creative force behind the work for notable brands, including Turkiye Is Bank, Garanti BBVA, Nike, Hilton Honors, IKEA, Kraft Foods, Etisalat, Vodafone and Sony Playstation.
Recent History
FJORD, Team Lead for Service Design
2014 – 2019
Youth Republic, Creative Group Head
2013-2014
Groar Studios, Creative Director & Founder
2009-2013
Publicis, Lead Visual Designer
2008-2010
Jury Duty
Cannes Lions Jury Member
Digital Craft, 2016
Education
Sabanci University
BA, Visual Communication Design
Hyper Island
UGL, Understanding Group and Leadership -2017
Select Clients
Carnival Cruise Lines
Sony Playstation
Spotify
Garanti BBVA
Turkiye Is Bankasi
Etisalat
Skoda
Vodafone
IKEA
Nike
Awards
Global Finance Awards
Garanti Mobile Bank, 2016
Mediacat Felis Awards
Best UX & Best UI
Garanti Mobile Bank, 2015
Interactive Media Awards
Best in Financial Services
Garanti Mobile Bank, 2015
Webby Awards
Web, Movie & Cinema
MUBI, 2010