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OBJECTIVE

Seeking a professional role within a creative and uplifting organization where ideas are valued, growth is supported, and meaningful experiences shape a fulfilling career journey.

Skills

EDUCATION

JUNE

‘08

JUNE

‘13

Bachelors in Visual Communications & Design

with Minor In Photography

American University Of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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Completed high school

from GEMS Our Own English High School

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

InDesign

Illustrator

After Effects

Photoshop

Digital Photography

Analog Photography

Digital Marketing

Catalogue Design

Sketch up

Office Management

WORK EXPERIENCE

JULY – 

SEPT ‘13

COMPANY:  Adlink Advertising & PR  |  ROLE: Graphic Design Intern

CREATIVES: Developed corporate identities, promotional designs, and PR support for clients including 2XL, Kalaniketan, Roberto Coin, Damas, Philipp Plein, and Patrizia Pepe.

NOV ‘13 – APR ‘14

COMPANY: ITP Publishing  |  ROLE : Design Intern

CREATIVES: Handled magazine revamps, layout design, in-house ads, and creative direction across Masala, Ahlan, Grazia, Esquire, and supplements.

JUN ‘14 – JUN ‘15

COMPANY: LCM publishing  |  ROLE: Junior Graphic Designer

CREATIVES: Designed page layouts for Equestrio Arabia, Equestrio China, SWR, and Prestige magazines; created promotional materials, email marketing campaigns, and managed online magazine uploads with interactive features for clients.

JUN ‘15 – APR ‘19

COMPANY: Benoy  |  ROLE: Graphic Designer

CREATIVES: Handled corporate identity projects, including logo and website design, while supporting the marketing department. Managed client presentations, packaging, and deliveries. Consulted with clients to define design objectives, conducted research, analyzed communication requirements, and recommended functional and aesthetic materials for publications and displays. Promoted sustainable office practices and collaborated with management and sales to develop effective, creative design solutions that met client needs.

SEP ‘19 -

NOV ‘19

COMPANY: Pan Emirates  |  ROLE: Graphic Designer

CREATIVES: Created eye-catching promotional ads and in-store graphics, designed seasonal furniture catalogues, finalized digital and print banners, performed detailed photo editing, and reported to the marketing manager overseeing all promotional events.

NOV ‘19

- PRSNT

COMPANY : IKEA  |  ROLE : Regional Graphic Communication Specialist

CREATIVES: Created and implemented graphics for marketing and launch events. Specialised graphics related to opening new stores from concept to final stage across the Middle East, contributing to the development of over six stores in six years. Designed engaging artworks for websites and sales campaigns to support the sales team in attracting customers. Collaborated closely with the team responsible for producing IKEA’s widely recognized brochures, ensuring high-quality visuals and creative consistency. Played a key role in enhancing brand presence and customer engagement through impactful design and marketing materials.

REFERENCES

Emma Naaz Ali

CEO & Managing director 

GSM: +971 50 6515015 

adlinkadvpr@gmail.com

Cate Warde

Group Art Director

GSM: +971 50 253 6813

catherine.warde@itp.com

Kaha Abdi-Salam

Senior Graphic Designer 

GSM: +971 55 5981740 

k-aha@hotmail.com

Ruth Fessazion

Senior Office Manager 

GSM: +971 56 5024991 

ruth.fessazion@benoy.com

Hridesh Kumar

Marketing Manager 

GSM: +971 50 177 1973 

hridesh@panemirates.com

Salama Ahmed

Regional Communications Manager 

GSM: +971 56 995 4493 

Salama.ahmed@alfuttaim.com

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