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Alaa Ahmed Mekawy

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Develop creative concepts and layouts for print media and web design projects; manage projects from concept to completion; provide creative direction and design support; maintain awareness of trends, technology, and practices; collaborate with the creative team and clients to develop design concepts; increase brand recognition; encourage teamwork and effective communication; provide quality graphic design and layout services; develop and update company procedures for graphic design; assist in recruiting, interviewing, and evaluating graphic design personnel; propose design standards for company use; support quality assurance efforts; manage communications, advertising, and marketing of company products and services; develop and maintain design standards; provide design direction for print and web design projects; assist in hiring graphic design personnel; manage the design team and delegate tasks to team members.
Senior Graphic Designer
December 31, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Collaborate closely with marketing teams and stakeholders to understand and translate product requirements into effective design solutions; develop and execute creative concepts for marketing materials, product interfaces, and user guides; create high-quality design assets that adhere to brand guidelines and industry standards; manage and oversee the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines; stay up-to-date on the latest design trends and technologies, including emerging trends in e-learning and educational technology; design marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, social media graphics, and other promotional materials; ensure all designs are visually appealing, on-brand, and consistent across platforms; manage multiple design projects and meet tight deadlines.
Freelancer Graphic Designer
January 1, 2018 - Present
Engage directly with client representatives and creative directors during project briefs to ensure a unified, client-centered approach to visual solutions; work within brand and style guidelines to deliver novel visual solutions that support larger campaign goals; make recommendations on updating style guidelines where appropriate; create specialized assets for use on social media, out-of-home installations, or wherever necessary; handle clients across the Gulf region along with advertising agencies.
Senior Graphic Designer at PPLMX
December 31, 2020 - September 25, 2025
Study design briefs and determine requirements; schedule projects and define budget constraints; conceptualize visuals based on requirements; prepare rough drafts and present ideas; develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand; use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic; work with copywriters and the creative director to produce final design; test graphics across various media; amend designs after feedback; ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.
Senior Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Provide creative concepts and layouts for print media and web design projects; manage projects from concept to completion; provide creative direction and design support; maintain awareness of trends, technology, and practices; collaborate with the creative team and client to develop design concepts; increase company image and brand recognition; supervise teamwork and communication; deliver quality graphic design and layout services; develop and update company procedures for graphic design; assist in recruiting and evaluating graphic design personnel; propose design standards for company use; support quality assurance; manage communications, advertising, and marketing of company products and services; develop and maintain design standards; provide design direction for print and web design projects; assist in hiring graphic design personnel; manage the design team and delegate tasks.
Senior Graphic Designer
December 31, 2024 - September 25, 2025
Collaborate with marketing teams and stakeholders to understand and translate product requirements into effective design solutions; develop and execute creative concepts for marketing materials, product interfaces, and user guides; create assets adhering to brand guidelines and industry standards; manage the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and deadlines; stay updated on the latest design trends and technologies, including e-learning and educational technology; design marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, social media graphics, and other promotional materials; ensure all designs are visually appealing, on-brand, and consistent across platforms; manage multiple design projects and meet tight deadlines.
Freelancer Graphic Designer
January 1, 2018 - Present
Engage directly with client representatives and creative directors to ensure a unified, client-centered approach; work within brand and style guidelines to deliver visual solutions that support campaign goals; propose updates to style guidelines when appropriate; create specialized assets for social media, out-of-home installations, or other needs; manage clients across the Gulf region and advertising agencies.
Senior Graphic Designer / Social Media Content Editor at PPLMX
December 31, 2020 - September 25, 2025
Study design briefs and determine requirements; schedule projects and define budget constraints; conceptualize visuals; prepare rough drafts and present ideas; develop illustrations, logos and other designs using software or by hand; apply appropriate colors and layouts; collaborate with copywriters and creative director to produce final design; test graphics across various media; amend designs after feedback; ensure final graphics are visually appealing and on-brand.
Senior Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - November 15, 2025
Develop creative concepts and layouts for print media and web design projects; manage projects from concept to completion; provide creative direction and design support; stay current with trends, technology, and practices; collaborate with creative team and client to develop design concepts; increase overall company image and brand recognition; encourage teamwork and effective communication; provide quality graphic design and layout services; develop and update company procedures for graphic design; assist in recruiting, interviewing, and evaluating graphic design personnel; propose design standards for company use; support quality assurance efforts; manage communications, advertising, and marketing of company products and services; develop and maintain design standards; provide design direction for print and web design projects; assist in hiring graphic design personnel; manage the design team and delegate tasks to team members.
Senior Graphic Designer
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Collaborate with marketing teams and stakeholders to understand and translate product requirements into effective design solutions; develop and execute creative concepts for marketing materials, product interfaces, and user guides; create high-quality design assets that adhere to brand guidelines and industry standards; manage the design process from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery; stay up-to-date on the latest design trends and technologies including emerging trends in e-learning and educational technology; design and create marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, social media graphics, and other promotional materials; collaborate with the marketing team to develop concepts and designs that align with brand identity; ensure designs are visually appealing, on-brand, and consistent across platforms; manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines.
Freelancer Graphic Designer
January 1, 2018 - November 15, 2025
Engage directly with client representatives and creative directors during project briefs to ensure a unified, client-centered approach to visual solutions; work within brand and style guidelines to deliver novel visual solutions that support larger campaign goals; make recommendations on updating style guidelines where appropriate; create specialized assets for use on social media, out-of-home installations, or wherever necessary; handle clients across the Gulf area along with advertising agencies.
Senior Graphic Designer at PPLMX
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Senior Graphic Designer and Social Media Content Editor; study design briefs and determine requirements; schedule projects and define budget constraints; conceptualize visuals; prepare rough drafts and present ideas; develop illustrations, logos and other designs; use appropriate colors and layouts; work with copywriters and creative director to produce final designs; test graphics across various media; amend designs after feedback; ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English at Cairo University, Faculty of Arts and Literature
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
High School Diploma at Elite Language School, 6 October, Giza
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in English at Cairo University, Faculty of Arts and Literature
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
High School Diploma at Elite Language School, 6 October, Giza
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in English at Cairo University, Faculty of Arts and Literature
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009

Qualifications

IBM’s EduEgypt BPO Skills Certification on English Language, Soft Skills, Culture and Data Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Wedding Planner Course
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Professional Photography Course (Wedding Events)
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Graphic Design Course
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Film Making (Directing) & Script Writing
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Professional Fashion Stylist
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
IBM’s EduEgypt BPO Skills Certification on English Language, Soft Skills, Culture and Data Skills
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Wedding Planner Course
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Professional Photography Course (Wedding Events)
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Graphic Design Course (Yat Learning Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Film Making (Directing) & Script Writing (Cinema Palace)
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Professional Fashion Stylist (Bakry’s Hub)
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
Professional Fashion Sketching
January 11, 2030 - September 25, 2025
IBM EduEgypt BPO Skills Certification on English Language, Soft Skills, Culture and Data Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Wedding Planner Course
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Professional Photography Course (Wedding Events)
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Film Making (Directing) & Script Writing
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Professional Fashion Stylist
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Professional Fashion Sketching
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other, Software & Internet