DesignRush is excited to welcome creative mastermind Duha Kelesoglu to our Best Design Awards jury.
He is a fresh face in the design world, bringing a unique perspective to the field and ushering in a new wave of creativity.
Who Is Duha Kelesoglu?
Istanbul-born Duha is the Founder and Creative Director of THEBADGUYS Advertising Agency. Driven by his passion for design and innovative mindset, he pushes the boundaries of creativity, setting new standards and trends that inspire others to follow.
Born in Istanbul in 1995, Duha Kelesoglu’s journey in the creative world is as inspiring as it is impressive.
After leaving Balıkesir University's Shipbuilding Department, he found his passion in writing, starting his career as a writer for a magazine in 2014. By 2015, he transitioned to the role of a copywriter, crafting headlines for advertisements.
His transition to design and founding the THEBADGUYS was a natural next step for Kelesoglu, who took on the new challenge with unwavering determination and a commitment to redefining the creative landscape.
By the age of 23, he was recognized as one of the promising young talents in the industry by Mediacat, which included him in their prestigious 30 Under 30 list.
Throughout his career, he’s earned numerous accolades, including awards from Kristal Elma, Felis, Social Media Awards, Brandverse Awards, Kırmızı Awards, MarTech Awards, Istanbul Marketing Awards, Altın Örümcek, Luerzer's Archive, and DesignRush.
He also served as a jury member at the PHNX Awards organized by AdForum for two consecutive years.
A New Wave of Creativity
THEBADGUYS is not your typical advertising firm. As an independent agency, it thrives on a creative philosophy that defies convention and refuses to conform to the traditional mold.
Duha’s vision for THEBADGUYS is rooted in the belief that creativity should be sincere, real, and driven by genuine communication.
The agency stands out for its commitment to crafting designs and campaigns that break the rules yet resonate deeply with audiences.
At THEBADGUYS, creativity is not just about making things look good — it’s about achieving real results.
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This approach has truly elevated the brands they work with, earning the agency an impressive roster of clients, including Saat&Saat, Guess, U.S. Polo ASSN, Wesse Watches, Tribation, Tommy Hilfiger, WWF, and more.
Whether it’s designing for global fashion brands or non-profits, the agency delivers creativity that is both impactful and meaningful.
Duha’s creative and innovative vision makes him an invaluable addition to the DesignRush Best Design Awards.
His fresh perspective promises to enrich the judging process and elevate the recognition of truly outstanding design work.
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Editing by Katherine 'Makkie' Maclang
