PROFILE

Ipek Durmaz is a Brooklyn-based content writer and storyteller with a passion for persuasive, academic, and creative writing.

She holds a master’s in media psychology, and her work has been published in magazines, medical blogs, and corporate intranets. 


CONTACT
ipeksudurmaz95@gmail.com
CV 
Education
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Applied Media Psychology
Fielding Graduate University (2026)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Teaching English as a Second Language
State University of New York at Cortland (2019)

Employment WRITER/CONTENT STRATEGIST
New York, NY 

1199SEIU Training and Employment Funds
April 2025 – Present

  • Interviewed education program managers and cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex program information into clear, audience-specific content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns, social media, and promotional materials.
  • Wrote and optimized website copy, professional development articles, and intranet news and announcements, improving clarity, accessibility, and consistency across internal and external digital platforms.
  • Developed a publishing workflow and editorial calendar for intranet professional development content.
  • Partnered with program managers to ensure content remained accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational priorities while consistently meeting project deadlines.
  • Coordinated events and interviewed members to draft authentic member stories; established a member story pipeline to support ongoing communications and storytelling initiatives.

SEO COPYWRITER INTERN
New York, NY

LifeMD 
February 2025 – April 2025 

  • Researched peer-reviewed medical literature and healthcare topics to develop accurate, evidence-based content for blogs and landing pages.
  • Conducted keyword research using SEMrush to identify search opportunities and develop SEO-driven content aligned with user intent.
  • Optimized website content using on-page SEO best practices, including keyword placement, metadata, internal linking, and content structure; audited website performance with Screaming Frog to identify and resolve broken links and other technical SEO issues, improving site health and user experience.
  • Managed, updated, and published digital content in Contentful CMS, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery across web properties


PROSPECT RESEARCHER

Prasad Consulting & Research
January 2024 – February 2025

  • Utilized prospect research tools such as DonorSearch, iWave and AlumniFinder in addition to public records such as SEC filings to collect constituent biographical data and assess wealth and giving capacity.
  • Input the constituent data into Affiniquest and assign overall account capacity ratings, to influence outreach strategy.
  • Conducted in-depth research to identify and assess potential individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations funders for nonprofit organizations by utilizing a variety of databases, public records, and proprietary research tools
  • Produced comprehensive research reports, including background information, philanthropic history, wealth indicators, biographical details, capacity and affinity to give, and connectivity to the organization, while ensuring accuracy and relevance for major gift solicitations
  • Collaborated with clients’ development teams to discuss needs, priorities and research insights
  • Wrote and manage the company newsletter, informing network of upcoming client events and significant philanthropy research studies.



OtherYoga Instructor
Kala Yoga 
East Coast Yoga
June 2026 –  Present

Content Writer
Ouroboros Community
2021 –  Present

Adult English as a Second Language Instructor
ZONI Language Centers 
Metropolitan Learning Institute
2019 –  2024

Adult Turkish Language Instructor
Turkish ConneXion
2019 –  2024


Skills
Academic Writing
SEO Copywriting
Persuasive Writing
Grant & Prospect Research






Last Updated 24.10.31