Cansu Caba

*Planning and managing production timelines aligned with tight deadlines. *Developing collaboration plans with production partners for KV, TVC, digital, and social media content. *Overseeing all project phases—from briefing to final delivery—in coordination with relevant teams to ensure accuracy and completion. *Preparing and managing project budgets efficiently to maintain cost control. *Providing technical foresight and guidance to teams where specialized knowledge is required. *Identifying and collaborating with qualified professionals for animation and 3D projects, ensuring smooth execution across all stages. *Leading and supervising the post-production process end-to-end.

*Developing and managing production timelines based on tight deadlines *Planning and overseeing end-to-end content production for KV, TVC, digital, and social media platforms *Coordinating all project phases from brief to final delivery with relevant internal and external teams *Providing foresight and technical guidance where needed *Identifying and collaborating with qualified teams for animation and 3D projects *Organizing and supervising post-production processes

*Managed all stages of global projects for Colgate-Palmolive brands, encompassing pre-production planning, production, and final delivery. Ensured seamless execution and adherence to deadlines, with a strong emphasis on project management and client coordination. *Acted as the primary point of contact for prominent clients, including Colgate, Palmolive, Meridol, and Sanex. Ensured clear communication, alignment of expectations, and smooth execution throughout the project lifecycle. *Oversaw the production and adaptation of TVC, digital, KV, and SM (Social Media) assets across multiple regions (EMEA, RSA, KSA, UAE), collaborating with both internal teams and global partners to ensure cultural relevance and consistency in brand messaging across all Colgate-Palmolive brands. *Led production teams, efficiently managing on-set operations, resolving challenges, and ensuring the timely completion of projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality. *Supervised the creation, management, and monitoring of project budgets, ensuring financial discipline and proper handling of payments, while ensuring compliance with copyright regulations. *Delivered high-quality content within strict deadlines, effectively managing project timelines and ensuring all milestones were met in a timely manner. *Directed animation-based projects, overseeing both the creative process and production transfer, from initial concept through to final delivery. *Contributed to the project’s creative direction by providing innovative solutions and ideas, ensuring alignment with client objectives and expectations. *Supervised the post-production process, ensuring rigorous quality control and the timely delivery of the final polished product.

*Management of voice-over and post-production processes

*Managed the monthly production processes of gaming-related digital content in collaboration with the senior producer, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of content. *Organized the logistics of the shoots and ensured the process aligned with technical and creative standards. *Contributed to budgeting processes and ensured smooth payment handling. *Coordinated teams on set, ensuring the smooth execution of the production process and taking necessary actions for efficiency.

*Oversaw the end-to-end production of TikTok and digital media content, from pre-production planning to post-production delivery. *Directed on-set operations, ensuring seamless coordination between creative and technical teams. *Supervised post-production workflows to maintain quality standards and meet deadlines. *Managed budget allocation and payment processes, ensuring cost efficiency and timely execution.

*Worked closely with the senior producer to ensure seamless management and execution of advertising projects, from concept to delivery. *Coordinated with clients, agencies, and post-production teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results. *Assisted in copyright clearance and provided oversight on project budgets. *Developed strategic ideas for future campaigns and helped build global networks. *Optimized operational flow on set, ensuring smooth crew coordination and workflow.

*Managed project processes in collaboration with clients and agencies, ensuring smooth execution from pre-production to post-production. *Assisted in budget planning, financial management, and post-production decisions to ensure timely and quality project delivery. *Contributed creative ideas for future projects and facilitated networking opportunities. *Coordinated operational flow on set days, ensuring the crew’s efficiency and meeting production requirements.

*Managed the entire stock footage process as a stock researcher for the Beko Sustainability advertisement. *Contributed to the post-production phase, ensuring smooth workflow and timely delivery. *Assisted the AD team during filming, providing support in various production tasks.

*Contributed to production coordination and supported both the production team and producer during TV commercial shoots for İstikbal Natural, Tecno Camon, and İstikbal IGO. *Managed communication with the agency on shooting days, offering solutions during critical situations.

*2nd Assisted the director in the production of Kastaş’s corporate promotional film, carrying out key duties such as on-set coordination and time management during the shoot. *Conducted stock footage research and managed the visual content process from planning to final delivery.

*Contributed to slow journalism practices by conducting in-depth research and producing thoughtful content. *Supported the public’s right to evaluate events independently through careful analysis and reporting. *Gained direct experience collaborating with the editor-in-chief on project development. *Prepared briefs, sourced and interviewed key individuals, crafting insightful pre-interview questions. *Created concise, impactful content for social media platforms to engage audiences. *Developed skills in advanced research methodologies and archiving techniques. *Participated in Design Thinking training, enhancing understanding of effective teamwork. *Focused on contextualizing information by exploring the critical question: "Why is it important?"

*Contributed as a researcher to a senior project under the leadership of Professor Erkan Saka. *Researched and created engaging content for weekly video releases. *Led regular team meetings to foster collaboration and maintain strong team dynamics.

*Developed and managed engaging content for the magazine's social media platforms. *Collaborated on editorial decisions, including the selection of cover personalities. *Identified and networked with up-and-coming writers to contribute to the magazine. *Produced video content for cover personalities to enhance social media presence. *Supported the editorial team by sourcing material for the magazine's teaser and assisting with the editing process.

*Launched and produced the "Why Do People Do It?" podcast series, preparing, voicing, and editing 3 episodes that gained significant engagement. *Produced high-impact news packages for the school newspaper (C-lab course), reaching an audience of over 10,000 readers. *Conducted and published interviews with leading academic experts on climate change and populism, which sparked considerable public discussion.