About me

My name is Aylin Bruce (pronounced "I-lin"), and I am a senior at the University of Richmond majoring in Psychology and minoring in Rhetoric and Communications studies. Beside my academics, I am also a NCAA Division 1 Track and Field athlete, specializing in middle-distance sprints events, holding a monumental role in my life for over 9 years.​

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My portfolio reflects my range of creative pursuits, from fine arts, to digital art, creative storytelling, and non-fiction writing, and photography/video work. I embody a sense of authenticity, curiosity for the human experience, and vibrant energy into connecting with others and our world, to drive creative ideas and strategic problem solving in my work. With my broad creative interests and extensive experience in social media branding and marketing for my University, for clients within the Publicis Groupe in NYC (mainly Jim Beam Bourbon and Goldfish), and other ventures, I’m driven to integrate my creative strategy within marketing and advertising spaces. 

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When I'm not studying for school or running in circles, you can find me creating art, traveling, writing, finding new indie music, or hibernating in coffee shops. Additionally, my roots as a Turkish-American anchor me to a deep connection with culture. I love visiting the shores of Turkey's Aegean Sea to reconnect with my extended family every summer.

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I am deeply passionate and eager to bring introspective, refreshing, and unique perspectives to strategic and creative direction as I transition on the next chapter of my post-grad journey.