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Issam Raad

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Available to hire

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Urban Designer at Dar
July 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Worked on the design of the Jeddah Central Development (JCD) project and its surroundings, dealing with urban aspects such as history, heritage, infrastructure, and existing layers in the area. Developed a 3D model of the JCD project and design proposals.
University Instructor at East International University
June 30, 2025 - July 31, 2025
Taught students architectural 3D modeling using Rhino 3D and SketchUp, and some basics of Grasshopper for parametric modeling.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at American University of Beirut
May 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Assisted professors in classes with student tasks. Corrected submissions and exams. Managed the Moodle online platform.
Urban Designer at Branderburg University
November 30, 2022 - July 31, 2025
Participated in an intensive international workshop on the 'Revitalization and Rehabilitation of Historic Districts after armed conflicts', designing the surrounding urban area of Aleppo Citadel in Syria.
Urban Designer at Self-employed
May 31, 2024 - July 31, 2025
Executed various small projects involving urban space design and optimization.
Civic Engagement Coordinator at American University of Beirut
July 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinator at the Center for Community Engagement at AUB.
Urban Designer at Self-employed / Independent
May 1, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Led urban design projects and urban space optimization, including heritage considerations, open spaces, and public realm enhancements; collaborated with stakeholders to develop practical solutions.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at American University of Beirut - Contract
May 1, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Assisted professors in architecture courses, prepared assignments, corrected submissions and exams, and managed Moodle.
Stage Designer & Consultant at TEDx AZM University
April 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Designed stage visuals and supported event planning for TEDx AZM University.
Urban Designer Intern at Jeddah Central Development (JCD) Project
July 1, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Contributed to the JCD project design, addressing history, heritage, infrastructure, and existing layers; developed a 3D model and design proposals.
University Instructor at East International University
June 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Part-time teaching of Architecture 3D modeling using Rhino 3D and SketchUp; basics of Grasshopper; supported students with assignments.
Project Coordinator at Center for Community Engagement at AUB
September 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Designed the program's visuals and graphic design materials (diagrams, posters, flyers, collages, art) for community engagement initiatives.
Urban Regeneration Research Assistant at Sapienza University
January 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Mapped infrastructure assets, landmarks, resources, and transport systems around Rome's Tib er River; conducted SWOT analysis and explored territorial governance and structural engineering.
Urban Designer (Intern) at Dar
July 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Internship focusing on the Jed Dah Central Development (JCD) project; studied history, heritage, infrastructure and landscape; created a 3D model and design proposals.
Urban Designer at Self-employed
May 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Carried out various small urban space design and optimization projects including heritage-sensitive urban design, open spaces, and landscape integration.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at American University of Beirut
May 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Supported architecture courses; taught 3D modeling using Rhino 3D and SketchUp; introduced Grasshopper basics.
Project Coordinator at Center for Community Engagement, American University of Beirut
September 1, 2025 - October 19, 2025
Designing the program's visuals and graphic design material (diagrams, posters, flyers, collages, landscapes) and overseeing architectural and 3D modeling consultancy.
Stage Designer & Consultant at TEDx Azm University
April 1, 2021 - October 19, 2025
Stage design and consultancy for TEDx events at Azm University; created stage visuals and coordinated design elements.
Urban Design Research / Urban Regeneration at Sapienza University
January 1, 2022 - October 19, 2025
Mapped infrastructures, assets, landmarks, resources, and transport around Rome's Tiber River; conducted SWOT analyses and contributed to territorial governance.
Staff Writer at Outlook Newspaper, AUB
February 1, 2024 - October 19, 2025
Wrote articles on urban design and architecture; contributed to campus news coverage.
Urban Designer at Jeddah Central Development (JCD) project
May 1, 2024 - July 31, 2024
Internally contributed to the urban design of the JCD project; researched urban history and heritage, infrastructure layers, and existing urban fabric; developed a 3D model and design proposals.
Urban Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Delivered diverse urban space design and optimization for public and private spaces; engaged with stakeholders to define context-responsive solutions.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at American University of Beirut (Contract)
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Assisted professors in architecture courses; corrected submissions and exams; managed Moodle; supported student development.
Architectural Design & 3D Modeling Consultant at Center for Community Engagement, American University of Beirut
July 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Provided architectural design and 3D modeling consultancy for municipal and community projects; created technical diagrams, posters, and presentations; coordinated with scholars.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture at Azm University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2020
Master's in Urban Design at American University of Beirut
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024
Master's in Urban Design at American University of Beirut
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Architecture at Azm University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Architecture at Azm University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Master's in Urban Design at American University of Beirut
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Architecture at Azm University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2020
Master's in Urban Design at American University of Beirut
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

Qualifications

DELE B2 Spanish Fluency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
2nd Place in Global Architecture Competition (Sustainable, Healthy Cities: Building for the Future)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
1st Place in Hult Prize Sustainability Challenge
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
DELE B2 Spanish Fluency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 19, 2025
2nd Place - Global Architecture Competition: Sustainable, Healthy Cities: Building for the Future
January 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025
1st Place - FABRIANO Drawing Competition
January 1, 2006 - October 19, 2025
Brown Belt in Aikido
January 1, 2019 - October 19, 2025
Hult Prize Sustainability Business Idea – 2nd Place
January 1, 2021 - October 19, 2025
DELE B2 Spanish Fluency Certificate
January 11, 2030 - April 18, 2026
1st Place Global Architecture Competition - Sustainable, Healthy Cities: Building for the Future
January 1, 2023 - April 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Real Estate & Construction, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other, Media & Entertainment