Talent Recruitment / Community Lead / Production Coordinator
I connect brands with the right talent, build communities that show up, and help produce football content that people actually watch — over 350 million views and counting.
I'm Gunay Ahmet. For nearly three years I've been part of Rising Ballers, finding the talent, leading the community and coordinating the productions behind some of football culture's most-watched content.
The work has racked up over 350 million views across all platforms, including our highest performing video with over a million views on YouTube, and campaigns for Nike, Skechers, New Balance, Under Armour, Lyle & Scott and more.
Scouting and securing the right players, creators and personalities for every shoot and campaign.
Building and looking after the grassroots football community that keeps the content real and the audience engaged.
Keeping shoots on track, from planning and logistics to talent on the day and delivery.
The right faces for your campaign, sourced and managed.
Hands-on coordination to get the shoot done properly.
What works with football audiences, from someone who's built it.
Major brand campaigns I've worked on, from talent to the final cut.
Need talent, production support or an insight session? Send a message and I'll get back to you.