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

Spotify

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

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