An artist and senior designer with over 15 years of experience in concept development, art direction, and executing strategic marketing and digital campaigns. Holding a bachelor’s degree in design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite has been honed along with a deep understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles. A diverse portfolio includes concept art, production work, digital and brand identity projects. Skilled in creating compelling comps, mood boards, and storyboards, while overseeing photography shoots to ensure that designs resonate with target audiences. Strong illustration skills enhance the ability to visualize and execute ideas.

Mohamad Anis Mansour

An artist and senior designer with over 15 years of experience in concept development, art direction, and executing strategic marketing and digital campaigns. Holding a bachelor’s degree in design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite has been honed along with a deep understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles. A diverse portfolio includes concept art, production work, digital and brand identity projects. Skilled in creating compelling comps, mood boards, and storyboards, while overseeing photography shoots to ensure that designs resonate with target audiences. Strong illustration skills enhance the ability to visualize and execute ideas.

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An artist and senior designer with over 15 years of experience in concept development, art direction, and executing strategic marketing and digital campaigns.

Holding a bachelor’s degree in design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite has been honed along with a deep understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles. A diverse portfolio includes concept art, production work, digital and brand identity projects.

Skilled in creating compelling comps, mood boards, and storyboards, while overseeing photography shoots to ensure that designs resonate with target audiences. Strong illustration skills enhance the ability to visualize and execute ideas.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Instructor at Oakville Art Society
February 1, 2025 - Present
Teaching ink drawing workshops and classes for various age groups, focusing on technique, creativity, and artistic expression. Tailoring lessons to meet the needs of both beginners and advanced students, while fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Art Director at Acorn Strategy
September 1, 2024 - September 13, 2025
Implemented marketing initiatives into campaigns; proposed innovative ideas matching client requirements; developed digital content schedules across global and regional brands; worked alongside team members on diverse pitches and projects; ensured adherence to industry best practices for social media.
Senior Art Director at JK58
June 1, 2021 - September 13, 2025
Conceived large-scale events for corporate and private sectors; coordinated tasks among design team members; showcased finished proposals to customers; implemented industry best practices in all tasks; managed a team of designers, providing feedback on their work and delegating tasks accordingly; directed photo shoots to ensure that the desired creative vision was achieved; collaborated with copywriters to ensure the overall message was effectively communicated in the visuals.
Senior Art Director at Humming Brand Experience Agency
August 1, 2017 - September 13, 2025
Oversee creative projects from inception to completion; develop digital projects by proposing innovative ideas from client briefs; developed creative concepts and visual strategies for campaigns across multiple channels; managed a team of designers, providing feedback on their work and delegating tasks accordingly; created storyboards for motion graphics projects; reviewed proofs from outside vendors and provided feedback on print production quality; conducted research into art trends, styles, methods, and materials used in various media industries.
Senior Art Director at Blink Experience
March 1, 2015 - September 13, 2025
Conceptualize innovative ideas for company and personal events; oversee major initiatives for the oil industry, automotive sector, and public sector; maintain design integrity across project stages; create and deliver client pitch presentations; lead the graphic design team; designed digital assets such as website banners, email templates, and social media posts; presented creative ideas to clients for approval or revision; organized meetings with clients to discuss project progress and changes needed throughout the process.
Art Instructor at Oakville Art Society
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teach ink drawing to children and adults, fostering creativity and confidence. Design engaging lessons, demonstrate techniques, and provide personalized feedback.
Freelance Art Director at Pulse Universal
September 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated with marketing teams to shape brand strategies and turn them into effective campaigns. Created content calendars and visual roadmaps to support product launches and regional initiatives. Led visual storytelling across social media and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with audience insights. Contributed to successful pitches by presenting creative ideas that solved client challenges.
Art Director at Acorn Strategy
September 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Implemented marketing initiatives into compelling campaigns. Proposed innovative ideas matching client requirements. Developed digital content schedules across global and regional brands. Worked alongside team members on diverse pitches and projects. Ensured adherence to industry best practices for social media.
Art Director & Graphic Designer at JK58, Humming, Blink Experience (United Arab Emirates)
January 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025
Directed creative teams and campaigns across events, digital, and print. Designed for industries including oil & gas, automotive, and government. Delivered client presentations and oversaw production quality.
Art Instructor at Oakville Art Society
September 1, 2024 - Present
Teach ink drawing to children and adults, fostering creativity and confidence. Design engaging lessons, demonstrate techniques, and provide personalized feedback.
Freelance Art Director at Pulse Universal
September 1, 2024 - Present
Collaborated with marketing teams to shape brand strategies and turn them into effective campaigns. Created content calendars and visual roadmaps to support product launches and regional initiatives. Led visual storytelling across social media and digital platforms, ensuring alignment with audience insights. Contributed to successful pitches by presenting creative ideas that solved client challenges.
Art Director at Acorn Strategy
September 1, 2024 - October 6, 2025
Implemented marketing initiatives into compelling campaigns. Proposed innovative ideas matching client requirements. Developed digital content schedules across global and regional brands. Worked alongside team members on diverse pitches and projects. Ensured adherence to industry best practices for social media.
Art Director & Graphic Designer at United Arab Emirates (JK58, Humming, Blink Experience)
January 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025
Directed creative teams and campaigns across events, digital, and print. Designed for industries including oil & gas, automotive, and government. Delivered client presentations and oversaw production quality.

Education

B.A. (Hons) Fine Arts at Damascus University
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
B.A. (Hons) Fine Arts at Damascus University, Syria
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
B.A. (Hons) Fine Arts at Damascus University, Syria
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Developing your creativity as a leader
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
Filmmaking Course
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
Catch the Big Idea Course
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 13, 2025
Developing your creativity as a leader
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Filmmaking Course
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Catch the Big Idea Course
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Developing your creativity as a leader
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Filmmaking Course
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Catch the Big Idea Course - FP7
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
January 11, 2030 - October 6, 2025
ClickUp Certificate of Completion
January 1, 2023 - October 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government