Deniz Akbulut is an Associate Professor and Head of the Public Relations and Publicity Programme at İstanbul Aydin University since February 2016, focusing on communication sciences for students within the Communication Faculty. Additionally, Deniz serves as the General Editor of PR Atölye Dergisi since February 2021. Previously held positions include Vice Dean and Head of the Public Relations and Publicity Programme at İstanbul Aydin University from February 2019 to October 2021, a Lecturer at Istanbul Gelisim University from February 2010 to May 2015, and PR Manager at Beykent University from 2007 to 2010, overseeing corporate communication and publicity across multiple campuses. Earlier experience includes roles as a Customer Representative at Dore İletişim Danışmanlığı and Media Representative at Promark Danışmanlık ve İletişim Hizmetleri, focusing on media relations and event preparation. Deniz Akbulut holds a Ph.D. in Public Relations from Istanbul University, a master's degree from Kocaeli University, and a bachelor's degree from Marmara University.