Discover Top Freelancers in Istanbul, Turkey

Tessa Fox is a freelance journalist, photographer and filmmaker focusing on war & conflict, indigenous affairs and the environment. She has had work published for The Guardian, Al Jazeera, Deutsche Welle, Al-Monitor, The Independent (UK), Holistic News (Poland), Mail & Guardian (South Africa), Knack (Belgium), Australian Broadcasting Corporation, SBS World News, New Matilda, VICE and Crikey among others. Fox was also a finalist for the Dart Centre for Journalism and Trauma Asia Pacific Prize and, as a correspondent, has reported from Palestine/Israel, Turkey, Myanmar, Ethiopia, Russia, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands, Australia and the EU among others.

• Reporter / Journalist
• Editorial Photographer / Photojournalist
• Documentary DP
• Audio Storyteller
• Fixer

Xanthe Ackerman is a writer based in Istanbul and a journalist with the Fuller Project for International Reporting. She writes about women, war, education, religion, and gender in the Middle East and Africa for publications including TIME, VICE News, the Guardian, 100Reporters, Daily Beast, and the Financial Times. Ackerman is also a senior fellow with the Syria Research & Evaluation Organization, a former scholar with The Brookings Institution and the United States Institute of Peace, and a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Ackerman is the founder of Advancing Girls' Education in Africa, an international non-profit empowering girls in Malawi.

• Reporter / Journalist

I'm a freelance video journalist based in Turkey, covering political and social issues including Syria, Kurdish issues, women's rights, domestic and regional politics as well as cultural stories for AFP, Channel NewsAsia, MSNBC and PRI's The World. I script, self-shoot and edit, producing complete news packages and short online documentaries. Prior to this I worked as a newspaper journalist and editor for Fairfax in New Zealand, for several online publications and as Media and Communications Lead at RepRisk in Switzerland. I hold a Master of International Journalism from Cardiff University, United Kingdom.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Reporter / Journalist
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Fixer
• On-Air Reporter / Host
• Sound Mixer
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

I have been an avid experimenter of new forms of visual storytelling for my entire career. My passion is finding new ways to tell stories about the most complex global challenges facing our world today. I’ve worked on films in Hollywood, covered elections and conflicts as a multimedia journalist for the Associated Press, and served as the CEO of a business that produced global stories for social impact. I have always pursued projects that educate, inspire and build bridges across communities and cultures. Stories that call attention to our shared humanity bring us closer together.

• Documentary DP
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Post-Production Manager
• Field Producer
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Creative Director
• Sound Mixer

9 years experience as line producer/production manager, and proficient in English and a bilingual translator/interpreter, working with foreign crews on projects such as tv shows, various types of documentaries, roadshows, handling all day-to-day production logistics and ability to fight each and every problem through my humanitarian approach; proactively identified and resolved issues including necessary permits and local connections. Besides as a freelance graphic designer, I have a talented and imaginative mind to create simple yet significant designs using my adobe skills.

• Line Producer / On-Location
• Fixer
• Field Producer
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Production Assistant
• Graphic Designer

Ozgur Teksen was born in 1979 in Istanbul. He studied at Anadolu University, Faculty of Economics. He began working as a camera operator at Turkish Public TV, TRT. He worked as News Cameraman for TRT, NTV, CNN Turk and Aljazeera Turk, Aljazeera English and Arabic. He filmed for BBC Persian as a freelance cameraman. He's currently working as a freelance cameraman as well as making full service video production. He uses different kind of cameras including ENG Cameras, DSLR, Drone, Osmo and Go pro.

• Documentary DP
• Commercial DP
• Production Company
• Drone Operator
• Video Editor - News
• Video Editor - Documentary

When we say we’re an ad agency, that means exactly what you think it means… We’re a real, full-fledged, full-service agency that uses every channel and every technology available to make your brand more effective, memorable and competitive. No cut corners, no compromises. We’re not a “this agency” or a “that agency”, not selling the latest fad or trapped in a narrow niche that only does part of what your brand part needs. We’re the real thing, and that’s what we give your brand. In more countries and more languages than you imagined…

• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• Sound Mixer
• Translator
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

As a dedicated cinematographer, I specialize in capturing compelling stories that resonate with audiences. My experience ranges from working with leading brands like Lux, TRESemmé, Dove, and Ponds to crafting visual narratives that engage and inspire. My approach is shaped by my passion for rowing, which has taught me the value of discipline, precision, and perseverance—qualities I bring to every project I undertake. Whether it's a commercial, documentary, or promotional video, I am committed to delivering cinematic excellence that brings your vision to life.

• Commercial DP
• Documentary DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Executive Producer

Experienced freelance content writer, translator and researcher with a broad range of writing styles especially content, articles and blog posts for multinational and corporate companies. Having worked for WWF-Turkey as Communications Manager and Marketing Specialist for Universal Music for long years she has extensive knowledge of conservation and development issues and entertainment business. Born and raised in Istanbul, Defne holds a BA degree in Media Studies from Edith Cowan University, Western Australia.

• Series Producer / Show Runner
• Production Assistant
• Copywriter

Graduated from Saint Joseph French Lycée and Istanbul University Italian Language and Literature Department. She worked at several film festivals in Turkey including Istanbul Film Festival-Meetings on the Bridge at IKSV (Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts). She worked in the production team of several short films and documentaries. She was the production coordinator in Turkey for the documentary "Playing Men" by Matjaž Ivanišin. Recently she has produced a feature length documentary “Amina” by Kıvılcım Akay and a fiction short “The Tail” by Yiğit Hepsev.

• Production Company
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Production Assistant
• Translator
• Senior Producer / Project Manager
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Fixer
• Copywriter

Racha Najdi is a dynamic professional with over 12 years of experience in media production, project management, and consulting. Specializing in social justice, youth empowerment, and women-led initiatives, she has contributed to impactful projects worldwide. Najdi's expertise spans radio hosting, arts and culture program management, and executive management in the film industry. Passionate, strategic, and hands-on, she is known for her ability to drive positive change through media and cultural initiatives

• Executive Producer
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• Field Producer

Hello there, My name is Wail Mannad ( it's an Arabic name, a Berber last name, and a very long story how I got them), I fall in love with photography since an early age because my father used to take picture and film everything, I still have some of his gear. In the photo category, I can make product pictures for you( you can either send me your product, buy it if it's available, or use something similar) Videography, I can make travel videos, corporate profile, product reviews, tutorials, DIYs, edit your projects, youtube videos, video clips...

• Product Photographer
• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Production Company
• Creative Director
• Post-Production Manager
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Colorist
• Portrait Photographer
• Fashion Photographer
• Fixer
• Production Assistant
• News Shooter / Video Journalist

I've been working in the media industry for the past 11 years and in particular as a video editor and content creator. It's been always my aim to develop my skills and expertise to match the market needs as it develops by the minute. I've taken many responsibilities starting from being an efficient team member as a content creator, a project manager, team leader and I eventually chose to specialize further in the post production field, where I've worked on 350 different visual projects for social media platforms.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Post-Production Manager
• Fixer
• Social Media Producer
• Art Director

My name is Abdalrhman Albakoush and I am a 29 years old 3D Generalist. i have solid experience working in a professional, client-driven environment, designing and creating broadcast quality motion graphics for standard and unusual screen sizes and shapes, and flexibility designing for non-conventional digital media i have a sophisticated, contemporary design sense, and well versed at storyboarding and executing ideas. i know that understanding the art of telling a story and conveying a message, by combining multiple elements within budgetary and time sensitive parameters, is key.

• Creative Director
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Corporate Videographer
• Post-Production Manager
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Fixer

- A hardworking, detail-oriented Egyptian senior film/video editor. - Over than 15 years experience in the filmmaking industry. - Has more than 90 broadcasted hours on TV & digital platforms such as (Al Jazeera Network, Al Jazeera O2, Amazon Prime, Foxtel, DW, Qatar Foundation, Al Araby TV, TRT World, Press TV and many others). - Produced documentaries, TV and digital serieses, Promotions, Music videos, Digital Features, Report packages. - Visual storyteller with a great technical experience in (Adobe suite, Final cut pro, Davinci Resolve, ..etc) - Team Leading skills.

• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial

Galustov is an Emmy-winning DP and Camera Operator with 25 years of experience in film, television and media. He shoots documentaries, branded films, corporate and commercial assignments as Director of Photography or Camera Operator. He has worked throughout South Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe for a wide range of productions. Mikhail is based in Istanbul where among other projects he is developing an exclusive investigation of Turkish cuisine, with great access to sources.

• Documentary DP
• Video Editor - News
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Commercial DP
• Corporate Videographer
• Drone Operator
• Production Company
• Gaffer

Experienced and award-winning filmmaker colorist with a proven ability to enhance the visual narrative across various mediums including feature films, shorts, documentaries, and commercials. Skilled in collaborating closely with directors and cinematographers to achieve precise visual aesthetics. Possesses a green passport, enabling seamless international project participation. Equipped with a personal color grading suite featuring a calibrated monitor and DaVinci Resolve Mini Panel, supported by high-speed fiber internet connectivity.

• Colorist

I'm Atahan Danacı, during my education, improved myself in research, self-motivation, entrepreneurship and acquiring different skills.I would like to state that I'm extremely devoted, caring and enthusiastic about being effective and fast in business life, and that I want to take the responsibility required by the position with curiosity and enthusiasm.I'm aware that willing, diligent and careful work will definitely result in succes. For this reason, I have no doubt that I can contribute to you with my talents and work discipline.

• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Graphic Designer
• Creative Director
• Art Director
• Animator / Visual Effects Artist
• Senior Editor
• Production Assistant
• Field Producer
• Full-Service Live Production
• Sound Mixer
• Sound Designer
• Digital Content Creator

My name is Akif and I am a freelance filmmaker/producer based in Istanbul,Turkey. I have completed my bachelor’s degree in filmmaking at Akdeniz University. I have been working for various departments of the industry such as sound, production, art and directing to enhance my understanding of the filmmaking process since 2016. Currently working for local and international projects as well as my own projects. Team player, skilled at pre-visualization and working with variety of clients to help their projects all around Turkey. Work with commercials, movies, documentaries and tv-shows.

• Art Director
• Fixer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Line Producer / On-Location
• Field Producer
• Production Assistant
• Production Coordinator / Crewing
• Non-Fiction Film Director
• News Shooter / Video Journalist
• Copy Editor
• Translator

In years I gained vast knowledge in the field of television and production; so much so that I joined a number of Arabic-oriented television channels. Later, I worked in Turkish national and international TV's broadcasting in English, Arabic and Turkish. I joined the startup in its early days and learned everything I could. I take joy in living life at a steady pace. I have fun when it's time to have fun; however, when it's time to work, I make sure to carry out the task at hand in an organised and disciplined manner.

• Senior Editor
• Motion Graphics Designer
• Video Editor - Commercial
• Video Editor - Documentary
• Video Editor - News
• Digital Content Creator
• Corporate Videographer
• Colorist
• Sound Mixer