Bari Baykal - Head of Production

Q: Where is Bari based?

Bari is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Bari speak?

Bari speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Latin (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Bari have?

Bari has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Bari has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months . Note that Bari may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Bari's latest experience?

Bari's most recent position is Head of Production at Flavor3d .

Q: What companies has Bari worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bari has worked for Flavor3d , Try No Agency , C41 Production , and Sony Europe .

Q: Which industries is Bari most experienced in?

Bari is most experienced in industries like Media, Entertainment and Publishing , Advertising , and Manufacturing . Bari also has some experience in Arts and Crafts and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas is Bari most experienced in?

Bari is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Project Management , and Product Development . Bari also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA) , Production/Manufacturing , and Procurement and Purchasing .

Q: Which industries has Bari worked in recently?

Bari has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Media, Entertainment and Publishing , and Automotive .

Q: Which business areas has Bari worked in recently?

Bari has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Project Management .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Apr 2022 - Aug 2023

1 year 5 months

Munich, Germany

Head of Production

Flavor3d

Supervised and coached a team of 5 PMs and producers, facilitating seamless daily CGI and 3D production operations for the automotive industry
Managed end-to-end production processes from bidding, presentation, tracking to invoicing, resulting in a streamlined workflow
Strategically handled resource planning, leading to optimized project delivery
Cultivated strong client relationships through effective management and communication
Coached teams in Scrum and Kanban methods

Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

6 months

Berlin, Germany

Senior PM & Producer

Try No Agency

Coordinated and planned TVC and video productions with a strong focus on excellence
Implemented account management to cultivate strong client relations and realize expectations within budget
Demonstrated expertise in casting, negotiating with agencies, recruiting and hiring freelancers, and overseeing post-production
Specialized in 3D animation and VFX supervision
Managed agreements, invoicing, buyout contracts, and media planning
Notable projects include collaborations with HP - Plus Dental, FC Bayern München, Strato, Mc Makler, Vaillant, Growney, and Mercedes Benz

Jan 2020 - Dec 2021

2 years

Berlin, Germany

Senior PM / Executive Producer

C41 Production

Led live streaming team during the pandemic
Assigned and supervised a new media planning and buying agency
Introduced new corporate design

Jan 2018 - Dec 2020

3 years

Berlin, Germany

Head of Multimedia Productions / PM

Bombardier Transportation

Led strategic advertising campaigns for TV and social media across Europe, facilitating brand reach
Managed trade fairs and conferences to enhance the company’s presence
Constructed internal and external live streaming, ensuring seamless execution
Orchestrated PR presentations for upcoming projects, encompassing graphic, photo, and video content
Served as team lead in external communications, managing videographers and graphic designer freelancers, collaborating with UX designers to enhance website content
Held the role of technical manager and supervisor for global trade fairs

Jan 2017 - Present

9 years 2 months

London, United Kingdom

Independent Certified Expert

Sony Europe

Conducted rigorous testing on emerging professional video cameras and provided feedback to engineers on software and mechanical aspects
Acted as consultant and expert for over 80 events across Europe

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

2 years

London, United Kingdom

Event & Affiliate Marketing Manager

Sony Europe - Pro AV

Designed comprehensive online and offline marketing strategies
Organized seminars and workshops as both organizer and speaker
Executed social media campaigns and hosted live streaming sessions
Managed YouTube video presentations
Provided consultancy for trade fairs such as NBA and IBC

Jan 2010 - Dec 2013

4 years

London, United Kingdom

Head of Visual Arts / Account Manager

Crena Works

Led a team of 8 full-time creatives while managing account relationships, CRM, and procurement
Developed strategies to exceed client targets and defined project management processes
Served as project leader on visuals (content), web design, and apps
Worked with TYPO3, WordPress, HTML, Java, SEO, Google Ads, and social media ads
Oversaw diverse campaigns for clients such as Lindt, Beck’s, Grohe, Bayer, Nike, BMW, Jeep, Maerskline, Land Rover, Burberry, HSBC, Barclays, Shell, and Total

Jan 2005 - Dec 2010

6 years

Videographer-Photographer

Freelance

Provided videography and photography services for various clients and campaigns

Berlin, Germany

Senior PM / Executive Producer

Fraser GmbH

Administered smart automotive celebration for 25 years, overseeing the creation of a 272-page book and content using the Scrum method for the IAA Event (Automotive Trade Fair) in Munich
Coordinated, managed, and produced with a 17-member team, including freelancers, completing projects within 3 months

Berlin, Germany

Senior PM

IBMix

Managed IT projects in health, insurance, and banking clusters, coordinating video and photo productions, including post-production
Conducted pitching, budgeting, tracking, resource planning, recruiting freelancers, and procurement
Negotiated with agencies, handled casting and auditions, and compiled creative teams for clients such as Gesamtverband der Versicherer, Bundesagentur für Arbeit, Bundesknappschaft Bahn See/Minijob Zentrale, Zurich/Swiss Airport, Deutsche Rentenversicherung, and Barmer
Worked with technologies and methods including UX & UI design, PHP, Typo3, Java, SQL, and AI

London, United Kingdom

Content Producer

MAAD Ads. Agency

Served as videographer and photographer for print campaigns, corporate videos, and interviews

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Media and Entertainment (10 years), Advertising (9.5 years), Manufacturing (9 years), Arts and Crafts (6 years), and Automotive (1.5 years).

Media and Entertainment

Advertising

Manufacturing

Arts and Crafts

Automotive

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Marketing (14 years), Project Management (9.5 years), Product Development (9 years), Quality Assurance (9 years), Production (7.5 years), and Procurement (4 years).

Marketing

Project Management

Product Development

Quality Assurance

Production

Procurement

Summary

Accomplished international Project Manager and Producer with a proven track record of successfully spearheading over a hundred campaigns and projects for esteemed international brands.

A collaborative team leader with a philosophy centered on fostering teamwork and an open-hearted approach. I've shared my expertise throughout my career, valuing the exchange of knowledge within the team, always open to learning from my team members.

Skills

Team Management
Production
Copyright And Buyout Laws
Resource Management
Budgeting And Procurement
Online Marketing
Social Media
Ux And Ui Design
Php
Typo3
Java
Sql
Ai
Project Management (Agile Methods)
Video And Photo Production
Crm
Personal Management
Ms Office
Asana
Jira
Confluence
F-track
Salesforce
Trello
Slack
Adobe Creative Suite
Da Vinci Resolve
Capture One

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Latin

Intermediate

Education

Oct 2001 - Jun 2004

UCLA - University California of Los Angeles

Film · Los Angeles, United States

Certifications & licenses

Independent Certified Expert

Sony Europe

Profile

Created

January 2024

Last Update

May 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Bari based?

Bari is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Bari speak?

Bari speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Latin (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Bari have?

Bari has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Bari has worked in at least 8 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 3 months. Note that Bari may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Bari be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Bari would be well-suited for roles such as: Head of Production, Senior PM & Producer, Senior PM / Executive Producer.

What is Bari's latest experience?

Bari's most recent position is Head of Production at Flavor3d.

What companies has Bari worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bari has worked for Flavor3d, Try No Agency, C41 Production, and Sony Europe.

Which industries is Bari most experienced in?

Bari is most experienced in industries like Media, Entertainment and Publishing, Advertising, and Manufacturing. Bari also has some experience in Arts and Crafts and Automotive.

Which business areas is Bari most experienced in?

Bari is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Project Management, and Product Development. Bari also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Production/Manufacturing, and Procurement and Purchasing.

Which industries has Bari worked in recently?

Bari has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Automotive.

Which business areas has Bari worked in recently?

Bari has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance (QA), and Project Management.

What is Bari's education?

Bari attended UCLA - University California of Los Angeles for Film.

Does Bari have any certificates?

Bari has 1 certificate: Independent Certified Expert.

What is the availability of Bari?

Bari is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Bari?

Bari's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.