Sec. 01 — Profile
Curriculum Vitae
I'm passionate about storytelling, game research, and player-centric design. As a narrative designer, I create immersive worlds through research-driven design, compelling narratives, and innovative interactive experiences.
volkankilinc.design@gmail.com · Istanbul, Türkiye · volkankilinc.com
Experience
LOG · REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL
January 2024 — December 2024
Narrative Designer
Bullet Ballet
- Planned and directed cutscenes and designed story beats that support the fast-paced action.
- Collaborated with the team to refine worldbuilding and maintain thematic consistency.
2023
Narrative Designer
The Tale of Arden
- Developed story-driven puzzles and narrative progression.
- Combined worldbuilding with gameplay to enhance player immersion.
September 2023 — February 2024
Supervisory Board Member
BUG Zone
- Coordinated alignment between club activities and university regulations.
- Facilitated collaboration between students and industry professionals.
Academic & Independent Projects
LOG · REVERSE CHRONOLOGICAL
October 2024 — December 2024
Game Writer
Thorneveil
- Co-created a Ravenloft-inspired setting, lore, domain, and domain lord, plus an original encounter.
- Wrote an in-world newspaper and designed a narrative-driven encounter.
- Produced portfolio-ready material showcasing interactive storytelling and worldbuilding.
2019
Research Project Participant
TÜBİTAK
- Developed a research project on the impact of digital games on psychosomatization.
- Received a positive evaluation (78/100), though the project was not accepted to finals.
2019
Editorial Contributor
AFLNAME Magazine
- Authored a research-driven editorial exploring emerging technologies and their impact on the evolution of the game industry.
- Synthesized emerging technology trends into an analytical publication focused on the future of interactive entertainment.
Education
SEP 2021 — JUL 2026Bachelor of Digital Game Design
Bahçeşehir University
Full scholarship · GPA 3.36 / 4.00
Certificates
7 VERIFIED · COURSERAEmotional Intelligence & Well-Being
Yale University
Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress
Completed Apr 6, 2025 · Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
University of California, Davis
Emotional and Social Intelligence
Completed May 24, 2025
Rice University
Mindfulness and Well‑being: Living with Balance and Ease
Completed May 18, 2025Workplace & Team Skills
University of California, Irvine
Communication in the 21st Century Workplace
Completed Apr 6, 2025
University of Pennsylvania
The Power of Team Culture
Completed May 8, 2025
University of California, Irvine
Effective Problem‑Solving and Decision‑Making
Completed May 8, 2025Digital & Technical Skills
IE Business School