Ismail Yuksel Taspinar
Finance and management professional with over 25 years of experience across media, production, holding, and international companies. He has led financial operations for national TV series, international exports, and high-profile production projects.
His background includes financial planning during major global crises, international licensing agreements, export and import financing, SAP payroll systems, and financial continuity for top-rated television productions.
Professional Experience
Finance Specialist / Manager
1998 – 2011
- Directed financial planning for one of Turkey’s leading TV broadcasters with 2,000+ staff.
- Ensured uninterrupted delivery of top-rated TV dramas including Aşk-ı Memnu, Yaprak Dökümü, Arka Sokaklar, Binbir Gece, Kuzey Güney, and Öyle Bir Geçer Zaman Ki.
- Managed contracts and financial agreements with Warner Bros, Paramount, Walt Disney, Sony, and Universal.
- Oversaw international broadcasting rights for NBA games, Oscar-winning movies, and European TV series.
- Implemented SAP systems for payroll and international transfers.
Finance Manager
2012 – 2015
- Managed multi-million-dollar budgets for TV series including Dila Hanım, Güzel Köylü, and Çilek Kokusu.
- Supported international distribution and sales of Turkish dramas across Europe and South America.
- Negotiated and coordinated payments with foreign distributors to support profitable overseas sales.
- Introduced digital approval workflows, reducing approval times by 70% and improving organizational agility.
Finance Specialist
1996 – 1998
- Supervised export financing for trade with Germany, France, the Netherlands, and other European countries.
- Handled foreign exchange transactions and ensured secure financial operations for international trade.
Finance Specialist
1995 – 1996
- Directed financial operations for exports to Europe and the United States and imports from East Asia.
- Managed export and import financing while supporting cash flow stability despite currency fluctuations.
Credit Officer – Finance Department
1994 – 1995
- Oversaw credit and loan processes for group companies.
- Conducted financial risk assessments and prepared credit reports.
Technician
1985 – 1989
- Worked on assembly and service of Orion cash registers and Fisher music systems.
- Provided technical support and production line maintenance.
Education
Electronics Department
1991 – 1992
International & National Achievements
- Contributed to Kanal D’s consistent ranking as one of Turkey’s top-rated TV channels by ensuring financial continuity of prime-time productions.
- Enabled financial sustainability for #1 national rating dramas including Aşk-ı Memnu, Yaprak Dökümü, and Kuzey Güney.
- Directed financing for international licensing agreements with Warner Bros, Paramount, Walt Disney, Sony, and Universal.
- Supported Gold Productions’ expansion into European and South American markets through overseas sales financial coordination.
- Played a key role in export financing at Fenis Dış Ticaret for European partner transactions.
- Strengthened Ege Metal Demir Çelik’s international trade through export and import finance management.
Key Skills
- Leadership & Strategic Management
- Financial Planning & Budgeting
- International Contracts & Partnerships
- Crisis & Risk Management
- Payroll & SAP Systems
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Export & Import Financing
- Foreign Exchange Transactions
- Credit and Loan Process Management
- Financial Risk Assessment
Memberships & Certifications
- Chartered Management Institute (CMI) — Member (MCMI)
- Chartered Manager (CMgr) — In Progress
Professional Profile
- Experienced in media, production, holding, and international company finance operations.
- Managed financial planning during global crises including the 2001 Gulf War and 2008 Economic Crisis.
- Recognized for international achievements, high-level salaries, and strategic contributions to national and global markets.
- Language: English