Halil Söyler

Hello, I'm Halil, and I lead digital activities of Nescafé Business Unit at Nestlé Türkiye. Over the years, I've honed my expertise in crafting not just marketing plans, but award-winning, value-infused strategies for both national and international brands (such as KFC, Pizza Hut, Samsung, eBay, FIAT, BMW, Nestlé, Colgate-Palmolive, MINI, Land Rover, Sinpas, Tekfen, MICHELIN, DHL).

I thrive on being analytical, delving into details to unearth insights that elevate campaigns. My knack for creativity isn't just about innovation but solving intricate marketing puzzles. Colleagues often commend my diligence in navigating responsibilities and fostering meaningful relationships within and beyond teams.

It's not just about the titles; it's about making an impact. My journey is marked by a commitment to superior quality and measurable outcomes. Armed with a Bachelor's in Literature and a Master's in Business Administration, I weave a narrative that bridges the analytical and creative, much like the ancient Greek philosophers Thales and Anaximenes did in their time.

Literature isn't just my educational foundation; it's the lens through which I view marketing. It's about storytelling, connecting with audiences on a deeper level. My MBA serves as the strategic backbone, ensuring that every campaign is not just innovative but also meticulously crafted for measurable success.

As I aspire to shape and lead marketing strategies, my compass is set on excellence, impact, and continuous growth. Let's connect, share insights, and explore the exciting possibilities at the intersection of literature, philosophy, and cutting-edge marketing.

What I Do

Creative & Media Management

Throughout my career I managed third party agencies, as well as teams within agencies I have been to. I can create channel independent content and find the right medium to publish. I practised executing my own ideas on both client and agency side as well.

People / Team Management

Throughout my agency career, I built up teams from scratch up to 8 members. On client side, I managed and colloborated with teams of the most reputable creative and media agencies.

Web / SEO Management

I have managed maintenance processes of websites and operations for search engine optimization as well as user experience tests and user interface creation.

Digital Marketing Management

I utilize performance marketing tools to reach targets among a wide range of marketing efforts, such as app download, web site traffic, brand awareness and lead generation.

Social Media Management

I have a deep expertise in creating social media strategy and handling every step from content creation to monitoring.

Language Skills

Turkish

100%

English

90%

German

40%

Skills

Brand Management

95%

Digital Marketing

90%

Social Media

90%

ATL

80%

Employer Branding

70%

PR

50%

Printed Materials Management

50%

Event Management

30%

Brands Served

Resume

10 Years of Experience

Experience

2024
Nestlé

E-business Lead

2023
EssenceMediacom

Head of Digital

Led a high-performing digital team of up to 90 individuals, successfully managing key client relationships with major brands like Procter & Gamble, The Coca-Cola Company, Bayer, Adidas, and more. Spearheaded the design and execution of digital strategies aligning with clients' overall business goals, optimizing channels, bidding, and targeting strategies in collaboration with global and local teams. Developed and implemented innovative digital marketing strategies, conducted research to enhance campaign profitability, and established partnerships with industry-leading media partners, driving revenue and ensuring the organization stayed at the forefront of digital and tech-related industry trends.

2021 - 2023
KFC

Manager, Digital Marketing & E-commerce

Full ownership of e-commerce channels of KFC (both web and mobile app) in terms of pricing, marketing and CRM strategy (including performance and awareness media), social media communication activities, digital implementations of main brand communications, as well as management of presence on Trendyol Yemek, Getir Yemek and Yemeksepeti.

2021 - 2021
Samsung

Assistant Manager, Marketing Communications

Responsible for all creative marketing communication activities of Samsung IM and ensuring the consistency of all communications for Samsung mobile products

2018 - 2020
ebay

Marketing Communications Supervisor

Developing and executing marketing communication strategies (ATL, BTL and digital) for GittiGidiyor, including social media management, influencer marketing and employer branding communication

2016 - 2018
Fiat

Digital Marketing Specialist

Responsible for digital communication activities of FIAT and FIAT Professional, FIAT Yol Arkadaşım Connect and acting as the main spokesperson for the team, reporting on performance and communicating effectively on tests/campaigns/updates related to these channels

2016 - 2016
GroupM

Social Media Manager

Developing and reviewing social media strategies, content, campaigns and projects to meet client needs and leading the social media team (2 people)

Brands: MICHELIN, DHL, Nestlé (Purina PRO PLAN, Felix, MAGGI), Mazda, Cosmetica, Colgate-Palmolive

2013 - 2015
Smartis Interactive

Head of Social Media

Defining and implementing social media strategies, content, campaigns and projects to meet client needs and leading the social media team (8 people)

Brands: Borusan Otomotiv and Borusan Oto, BMW Group (BMW, BMW Motorrad, MINI, BMW Rider Academy), JLR (Jaguar, Land Rover, Land Rover Experience), Sinpas REIT, Ege Yapı Group, Toya Yapı, Develi Restaurants, Tekfen (Holding and Construction), Akasya Acıbadem Residences, Arzum

2011 - 2013
kreatiFabrika

Social Media Specialist

Implementing social media strategies to meet client needs

Brands: Izapps, Xerox

Education

Master's Degree
Bahcesehir University

Business Administration

GPA: 3.83 / 4.00

"Effectiveness of Social Media Marketing over Sales in Automotive Sector in Turkey"
%100 BAU Scholarship due to the ranking in graduation from bachelor's degree

Bachelor's Degree
Bahcesehir University

American Culture and Literature

GPA: 3.59 / 4.00

First in the ranking in graduation

Double Major Bachelor's Degree
Dokuz Eylul University

Translation and Interpreting (Eng-Ger-Tur)

GPA: 3.22 / 4.00

Dropped due to relocation to Istanbul

Achievements

My Awards

2023

6 awards

Mixx Awards

Gold Al Geldi, Call-to-Action Campaigns

Bronze Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, Games and In-Game Ads

Brandverse Awards

Gold KFC Al Geldi & Doritos Twister, Serial Commercials, Film

Gold KFC Al Geldi & Doritos Twister, Organized Retail, Film

Bronze KFC Al Geldi & Doritos Twister, Organized Retail, Media

Silver KFC Celebration Bucket, Packaging Craft

2022

13 awards

Mixx Awards

Silver Yeminli Lezzet Tercümanı, Video Ads

Brandverse Awards

Bronze Yeminli Lezzet Tercümanı, Film

Bronze Yeminli Lezzet Tercümanı, Media

Bronze Big KFC Burger Launch, Media

Kristal Elma

Bronze  Big KFC Burger, Digital, Social Media Activation - Social/Influencer & Celebrity Communication

Silver Yeminli Lezzet Tercümanı, Digital, Social Media Activation - Campaigns/Other

Felis Awards

Success Award Yeminli Lezzet Tercümanı, Integrated Campaigns - Food

Success Award Big KFC Burger, Media - Excellence in Media Planning

Success Award Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, E-Commerce - Creative Technologies and Use of Gamification

MMA Smarties Turkey

Gold Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, Media Impact - Gaming, Gamification, and E-Sports

Silver Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, E-Commerce Marketing - Integrated E-Commerce Innovation

Silver Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, Marketing Impact - Instant Impact

Bronze Algida & KFC PUBG Campaign, Marketing Impact - Brand Collaboration

2020

6 awards

Kristal Elma

Bronze Elma #ŞiddetinÜstünüKapatma, Media - Press Usage

Bronze Elma #ŞiddetinÜstünüKapatma, Native Advertising

Felis Awards

Felis Award #ŞiddetinÜstünüKapatma, Digital/Mobile Social Responsibility and Sustainability

Success Award #ŞiddetinÜstünüKapatma, Digital / Mobile Projects Against Women and Gender Discrimination

Success Award #ŞiddetinÜstünüKapatma, Digital Native Advertisement

Social Media Awards Turkey

Bronze GittiGidiyor - eBay TR Social media management, *Best performance according to data analytics in e-commerce category

2019

7 awards

Kristal Elma

Silver Elma GittiGidiyor Kuşak Sonu Hack, Media - TV Usage

Bronze Elma GittiGidiyor Kuşak Sonu Hack, Media - Product and Services

Felis Awards

Felis Award GittiGidiyor Kuşak Sonu Hack, Media - E-commerce

Success Award GittiGidiyor Kuşak Sonu Hack, TV Usage, Media - E-commerce

Success Award GittiGidiyor'da #yokyok, Films for E-commerce

Social Media Awards Turkey

Bronze GittiGidiyor - eBay TR Social media management, *Best performance according to data analytics in e-commerce category

Spot Award in eBay

Awarded by EX-CO for GittiGidiyor Real Discount Days campaign idea creation and project management

2018

7 awards

8th Mixx Awards

Gold Mixx #İçerdesin, Online-Offline Integration

Gold Mixx #İçerdesin, Interactive Commercials

Silver Mixx #İçerdesin, Real-time Engagement

Silver Mixx #İçerdesin, Experimental and Innovative

Silver Mixx #İçerdesin, Mobile Campaign

Most Successful Tofaş Employees Awards

Winner  Fiat Yol Arkadaşım Connect Project

Winner Fiat Retailers' Social Media Management Project

 

2017

17 awards

MMA Smarties GLOBAL

Bronze #İçerdesin, 360 Video

MMA Smarties EMEA

Gold #İçerdesin, 360 Video

Gold #İçerdesin, Cross Media

MMA Smarties Turkey

Gold #İçerdesin, 360 Video

Gold #İçerdesin, Cross Media

Kristal Elma

Gold #İçerdesin, Media - TV Usage

Gold #İçerdesin, Media - Durable Consumer Goods

Gold #İçerdesin, Media - Mobile Advertisement

Bronze #İçerdesin, The Most Innovative Usage - Digital

Bronze #İçerdesin, Media - Branded Content

Silver Fiat 500X - Park Yeri Buldum, Online Film - Automotive

Jury's Special Fiat 500X - Park Yeri Buldum

Felis Awards

Felis Award #İçerdesin, Enlightening Digital Ideas

Felis Award #İçerdesin, TV Content Integration

Felis Award #İçerdesin, Innovative Mobile Technology Usage

Success Award #İçerdesin, Innovative Mobile Technology Usage

Most Successful Tofaş Employees Awards

Winner  Fiat Online Service Appointment Project

2016

1 award

Kristal Elma

Bronze Pro Plan Mother's Day Celebration, Online Film

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