Hello! I’m Faraz Zarifiyan, an Art Director and Design Head with 10+ years of experience building timeless brand identities and engaging campaigns. I blend traditional craft with Generative AI to craft visuals that resonate across digital and print, leading cross-disciplinary teams to deliver impact. Currently based in Dubai, UAE, I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, design-driven solutions and continuously optimizing workflows to boost delivery and collaboration. I’m open to opportunities that combine strategic branding with innovative visual storytelling.…

Faraz Zarifiyan

Hello! I’m Faraz Zarifiyan, an Art Director and Design Head with 10+ years of experience building timeless brand identities and engaging campaigns. I blend traditional craft with Generative AI to craft visuals that resonate across digital and print, leading cross-disciplinary teams to deliver impact. Currently based in Dubai, UAE, I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, design-driven solutions and continuously optimizing workflows to boost delivery and collaboration. I’m open to opportunities that combine strategic branding with innovative visual storytelling.…

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Hello! I’m Faraz Zarifiyan, an Art Director and Design Head with 10+ years of experience building timeless brand identities and engaging campaigns. I blend traditional craft with Generative AI to craft visuals that resonate across digital and print, leading cross-disciplinary teams to deliver impact.

Currently based in Dubai, UAE, I enjoy turning complex challenges into clear, design-driven solutions and continuously optimizing workflows to boost delivery and collaboration. I’m open to opportunities that combine strategic branding with innovative visual storytelling.

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Language

English
Fluent
Persian
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Design / Creative Art Director at EightySix Media
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading the creative department and overseeing brand identity, advertising campaigns, and visual content strategies. Managing a team of designers to deliver impactful campaigns across digital and print platforms. Developed streamlined design workflows, improving delivery efficiency by 20%.
Advertising & Brand Expert at Bastak City Language Academy
December 31, 2019 - August 28, 2025
Directed brand campaigns and marketing materials for educational services.
Art Director / Social Media Manager at World of Project Management Podcast
December 31, 2025 - August 28, 2025
Directed creative visuals for podcast branding and marketing materials. Increased audience engagement by 25% through effective content design. Designed social media campaigns that boosted follower growth.
Co-Founder & CEO / Art Director at Afra Design & Advertising Studio
January 1, 2010 - Present
Established and managed a creative studio delivering design and advertising solutions. Directed brand campaigns for local and international clients. Specialized in packaging and visual identity design.
Art Director at Fermo Furniture
January 1, 2024 - August 28, 2025
Oversaw brand visual strategy and product-focused advertising campaigns. Designed packaging and promotional materials for new product launches.
Senior Graphic Designer / Brand Manager at Bit24
August 31, 2023 - August 28, 2025
Managed brand visuals and marketing assets for digital products. Created cohesive design systems across digital and print media.
Brand Expert / Print Management at Nippon Japan Paint Co.
December 31, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Led brand advertising campaigns and supervised print production. Coordinated color management and print quality across marketing materials.
Advertising & Brand Manager at Aria Specialized Clinic
December 31, 2017 - August 28, 2025
Managed advertising campaigns for healthcare services. Directed branding strategy for promotional materials.
Graphic Designer / Printing Operator at Aventa Printing & Advertising Center
December 31, 2014 - August 28, 2025
Designed print-ready advertising materials. Operated printing machinery and supervised production.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Azad University of Art, Tehran
January 11, 2030 - February 5, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Other, Consumer Goods, Government, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail