Deniz Ayaz
About Deniz Ayaz
Deniz Ayaz is a Senior Visual Designer with a background in Graphic Design and Illustration. She operates an illustration-focused website and launched an eco-friendly scarf brand called Doku, contributing to environmental sustainability.
Work at Brightside Health
Deniz Ayaz has been serving as a Senior Visual Designer at Brightside Health since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating impactful visual designs that enhance user experience. Her work involves understanding user needs and motivations, which aligns with her design philosophy of empathy and curiosity. Ayaz contributes to various projects that aim to improve mental health services through effective visual communication.
Education and Expertise
Deniz Ayaz studied Graphic Design and Typography at the School of Visual Arts, where she completed a Continuing Education program. She also holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration from Parsons School of Design - The New School. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in visual design principles and techniques, which she applies in her professional work.
Background
Deniz Ayaz has a diverse background in visual design, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as an intern in the Media Department at İKSV in Istanbul, Turkey, before moving to New York City. Over the years, she has held positions such as Design Intern at VIBE Media, Freelance Junior Art Director at Merkley + Partners, and Visual Designer at Blenderbox, Inc. Her experience spans different aspects of design, including graphic and product design.
Achievements
Deniz Ayaz launched an illustrated scarf brand called Doku, where each scarf pattern is hand-illustrated. This initiative emphasizes environmental sustainability by donating a tree for every purchase made. Additionally, she runs an illustration-focused website at www.denizayaz.com and maintains a personal portfolio at www.dayazdesigns.com, showcasing her design work and artistic projects.