I'm Avner Deane, a Creative Manager and Digital Content & Brand Strategist based in Ajman, UAE, specializing in luxury, beauty, and e-commerce visual direction. I lead end-to-end creative lifecycles—from shaping brand identities to directing multi-channel campaigns and building high-converting storefronts. I thrive on turning bold concepts into cohesive brand experiences that feel premium and deliver measurable results. With a cross-disciplinary background spanning luxury retail, hospitality, and floral brands, I craft integrated strategies across social media, content production, Organic SEO, and CRM to elevate brands. I excel in fast-paced environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver visually compelling, commercially successful outcomes across digital and physical touchpoints.

Avner Deane

I'm Avner Deane, a Creative Manager and Digital Content & Brand Strategist based in Ajman, UAE, specializing in luxury, beauty, and e-commerce visual direction. I lead end-to-end creative lifecycles—from shaping brand identities to directing multi-channel campaigns and building high-converting storefronts. I thrive on turning bold concepts into cohesive brand experiences that feel premium and deliver measurable results. With a cross-disciplinary background spanning luxury retail, hospitality, and floral brands, I craft integrated strategies across social media, content production, Organic SEO, and CRM to elevate brands. I excel in fast-paced environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver visually compelling, commercially successful outcomes across digital and physical touchpoints.

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I’m Avner Deane, a Creative Manager and Digital Content & Brand Strategist based in Ajman, UAE, specializing in luxury, beauty, and e-commerce visual direction. I lead end-to-end creative lifecycles—from shaping brand identities to directing multi-channel campaigns and building high-converting storefronts. I thrive on turning bold concepts into cohesive brand experiences that feel premium and deliver measurable results.

With a cross-disciplinary background spanning luxury retail, hospitality, and floral brands, I craft integrated strategies across social media, content production, Organic SEO, and CRM to elevate brands. I excel in fast-paced environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver visually compelling, commercially successful outcomes across digital and physical touchpoints.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Digital Marketing and Market Place Manager at Flower Power
October 1, 2025 - Present
Oversee content strategy and creation for organic digital marketing across Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and LinkedIn; direct art direction for monthly lifestyle and product photography; manage marketplace presence on Flowwow, Noon, Deliveroo, and Talabat; compile and present monthly digital marketing and marketplace performance reports.
Digital and Creative Marketing Associate at Darcey Flowers
August 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025
Developed content strategy for organic digital marketing across multiple platforms; directed photoshoots and edited posts and Reels; managed WordPress blog and organic SEO; designed and executed newsletter campaigns via MailChimp; produced monthly analytics reports.
Head of Creative & Social Media at Isabelle and Mimi
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022
Created and curated brand elements, managed end-to-end digital marketing campaigns, and developed content strategies across Facebook, Instagram, email marketing, and blogs. Led photography direction, content creation, and online advertising; tracked KPI performance and budget.
Head of Creative & Social Media at Kay Deane Bridal
March 1, 2016 - July 1, 2022
Established and built the brand; produced and supervised content, branding, packaging design, and social media strategy; managed online advertising and photoshoots; collaborated with brands for awareness campaigns.
Operations Manager at Dotties Bakery
October 1, 2019 - February 1, 2020
Managed bakery orders, event crockery rentals, inventory, supplier relations, and quality control; oversaw safety and sanitation procedures; coordinated staffing and day-to-day shop operations.
Sales & Marketing Executive at BT- Options Advertising
December 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Sold ad space across multiple publications, contributed to marketing strategy development, coordinated with media partners and sponsors, and maintained client relationships with targeted sales approaches.
Sales & Marketing Executive at Hilton Colombo Residence
January 1, 2012 - November 1, 2014
Sold event venues and catering packages; prepared revenue and performance reports; planned and organized weddings, conferences, and launches; coordinated with chefs, banquet staff, and suppliers.
PR & Guest Relations at Heritance Ahungalla Hotel
March 1, 2011 - August 1, 2011
Managed VIP guest relations, organized VIP and repeat guest events, analyzed guest feedback to improve ratings, and supported front-office operations.
Apprentice Chef at Hilton Colombo
July 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Trained in main kitchen and cold kitchen; contributed to breakfast live stations and Sunday brunch; gained experience in fine dining operations.
Management Trainee at Mount Lavinia Hotel
June 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010
Rotations across front office, reservations, business centre, IT and housekeeping; gained exposure to restaurant, catering, banquet, HR, sales, and operations.

Education

Post-graduate diploma in Hospitality & Tourism (Level 7) at Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality, UK
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Diploma in Hotel Management at International Hotel School of Mount Lavinia Hotel
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Foundation in Business Studies at Edith Cowan University
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026

Qualifications

IELTS General Training
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Post-graduate diploma in Hospitality & Tourism (Level 7)
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
IELTS General Training
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Diploma in Hotel Management
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026
Foundation in Business Studies
January 11, 2030 - February 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Other