I am an experienced art director and illustrator with a passion for creating compelling visual narratives. My work spans various mediums, including painting and photography, and I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries. With a rich background in education, I also enjoy inspiring others to explore their artistic potential.

Majid Zakir Younesi

I am an experienced art director and illustrator with a passion for creating compelling visual narratives. My work spans various mediums, including painting and photography, and I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries. With a rich background in education, I also enjoy inspiring others to explore their artistic potential.

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I am an experienced art director and illustrator with a passion for creating compelling visual narratives. My work spans various mediums, including painting and photography, and I thrive on collaborative projects that push creative boundaries. With a rich background in education, I also enjoy inspiring others to explore their artistic potential.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
English
Intermediate

Work Experience

Art Director at Iran Textbooks, Educational Research and Planning Organization, Ministry of Education
January 1, 2008 - Present
Art director responsible for the artistic direction and visual standards of official textbooks since 2008.
Art Teacher (Official Member of Ministry of Education) at Ministry of Education
January 1, 1993 - Present
Teaching art for over 30 years in official capacity within the Ministry of Education.
Artistic Director at Textbooks of the Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2000 - Present
Providing artistic direction for textbooks tailored for exceptional education since 2000.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
December 31, 2001 - August 7, 2025
Led the art department at Tehran Education Organization for multiple terms between 1995 and 2024.
Artistic Director of Children's Magazine at Flowers of Life
December 31, 2000 - August 7, 2025
Led artistic direction of the children's magazine for 1999-2000.
Film Producer and Director at Social Group Channel Two / Quran TV Channel
December 31, 2013 - August 7, 2025
Produced and directed documentary series and short films from 2005 to 2013, including religious and social themes.
Art Director at Iran Textbooks, Educational Research and Planning Organization, Ministry of Education
January 1, 2008 - Present
Serving as art director from 2008 to present, responsible for art direction of textbooks, enhancing visual appeal and pedagogical effectiveness.
Art Teacher at Ministry of Education
January 1, 1993 - Present
Official member and art teacher since 1993, involved in educating and training younger generations in visual arts.
Art Director at Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2000 - Present
Artistic director for textbooks of the Exceptional Education Organization since 2000 contributing to specialized educational resources.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Oversaw art educational programs and initiatives from 2000 to 2024.
Producer and Director at Various Documentary and Short Film Projects
January 1, 2005 - Present
Produced and directed documentary series and short films on cultural and religious topics aired on various channels including Social Group Chanel Two and Quran Sima Chanel.
Art Director at Iran Textbooks of the Educational Research and Planning Organization of the Ministry of Education
January 1, 2008 - Present
Art director responsible for the visual design and illustration of textbooks used countrywide. Oversaw artistic quality and consistency since 2008.
Art Teacher (Official Member, Ministry of Education) at Ministry of Education
January 1, 1993 - Present
Art educator with over 30 years of service instructing students in art and illustration at various educational levels.
Artistic Director at Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2000 - Present
Provided artistic direction for educational textbooks tailored for exceptional education from 2000 onward.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
December 31, 2001 - August 10, 2025
Led the Art Department managing visual arts programs and teacher coordination, 1995 to 2001 and again 2000 to 2024.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
January 1, 2024 - August 10, 2025
Continued leadership of the Art Department overseeing curriculum and artistic programs.
Producer and Director at Various Documentaries and Short Films
January 1, 2005 - Present
Produced and directed multiple documentary series and short films covering cultural and educational topics.
Art Teacher (official member of the Ministry of Education) at Ministry of Education (Iran)
January 1, 1993 - Present
Official art teacher in the public education system since 1993, contributing to visual arts curricula and classroom practice.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
January 1, 2024 - September 7, 2025
Led the Art Department, overseeing curriculum, pedagogy, and visual arts standards.
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
January 1, 2001 - September 7, 2025
Head of Art Department (1995-2001) overseeing art education programs in Tehran.
Art Director of Iran Textbooks at Educational Research and Planning Organization
January 1, 2008 - Present
Art director for Iran textbooks, shaping visual design and illustration standards since 2008.
Artistic Director, Textbooks at Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2000 - Present
Artistic director of textbooks for the Exceptional Education Organization since 2000.
Head of National Illustration Festival of Textbooks at Educational Authorities
January 1, 2021 - September 7, 2025
Led the national illustration festival of textbooks in 2021.
Judge, National Visual Arts Festival at Fajr Visual Arts Festival
December 31, 2024 - September 7, 2025
Member of the judging panel for the festival in 2024.
Judge, National Youth Visual Arts Festival at National Youth Visual Arts Festival
December 31, 2023 - September 7, 2025
Judge at the National Youth Visual Arts Festivals in 2023.
Judge, National Youth Visual Arts Festival at National Youth Visual Arts Festival
December 31, 2024 - September 7, 2025
Judge at the National Youth Visual Arts Festivals in 2024.
Art Director at Iran Textbooks, Educational Research and Planning Organization, Ministry of Education
January 1, 2008 - Present
Art director of Iran textbooks since 2008
Art Teacher at Ministry of Education
January 1, 1993 - Present
Official member since 1993
Artistic Director at Textbooks, Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2000 - Present
Artistic director of the textbooks from 2000 until now
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
December 31, 2024 - October 21, 2025
Head of Art Department 2000 to 2024
Head of the National Illustration Festival of Textbooks at National Illustration Festival of Textbooks
January 1, 2021 - Present
Judge at National Visual Arts Festival (Fajr)
January 1, 2024 - Present
Judge in 2024
Judge at International Painting Festival of Sick Children
January 1, 2024 - Present
Judge in 2024
Judge at National Roshd Photo Festival
January 1, 2021 - Present
Judge in 2021
Judge at National Youth Visual Arts Festival
January 1, 2023 - Present
Judge in 2023
Judge at National Youth Visual Arts Festival
January 1, 2024 - Present
Judge in 2024
Judge at National Festival of Illustration of Qur'anic Stories (Tabriz)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Judge in 2023
Judge at Festival Illustrations Association of Illustrators (Qom)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Judge in 2023
Judge at Golden Dynasty Illustration Competition (Qom)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Judge in 2023
Judge at Razavi National Illustration Competition (Mashhad)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Judge in 2023
Art Director at Textbooks of the Exceptional Education Organization
January 1, 2002 - Present
Art director since 2002
Head of Art Department at Tehran Education Organization
December 31, 2001 - October 21, 2025
Head of Art Department 1995–2001
Judge at Student Visual Arts Competition, Student Organization
January 1, 2006 - Present
Judge in 2006
Referee at Consulting Center, Tehran Education Organization (Artistic Contests)
January 1, 2000 - Present
Member at Design Committee and Artistic Director of Nowruz Peaks, Tehran Education Organization
January 1, 2002 - October 21, 2025
1995–2002
Artistic Director at Children's Magazine 'Flowers of Life'
December 31, 2000 - October 21, 2025
Artistic director 1999–2000
Artistic Director at "Bacheh Salam" Artistic Cultural Institute
December 31, 1996 - October 21, 2025
Artistic director 1991–1996
Photographer and Illustrator at Elementary and Middle School Textbooks
January 1, 2000 - Present
Photography and illustration 2000–present
Art Director at Department of Quality Control of Iranian Textbooks
January 1, 2008 - October 31, 2025
Managed artistic direction and oversight for educational materials in the Ministry of Education, ensuring high-quality illustrations and relevant content.
Illustration Professor at Tehran University of Art
January 1, 2010 - October 31, 2025
Lectured on illustration techniques and practices, guiding students in developing their own artistic styles and professional portfolios.

Education

Graphic Diploma at Fine Arts Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Graphic Diploma at Fine Arts Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Graphic Diploma at Fine Arts Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2025
Bachelor of Graphics at Tehran University of Art
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2025
Masters of Illustration at Tehran University of Art
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2025
Graphic Diploma at Fine Arts Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
Graphic Diploma at Fine Arts Conservatory
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025
Master of Illustration at Tehran University of Art
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Bachelor of Graphics
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Masters of Illustration
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
National Art Badge
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Bachelor of Graphics
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Masters of Illustration
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
National Art Badge
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
National Art Badge
January 11, 2030 - August 10, 2025
Bachelor of Graphics
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
Masters of Illustration
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
National art badge from the Ministry of Music and Arts of Iran
January 11, 2030 - September 7, 2025
Bachelor of Graphics
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025
Masters of Illustration
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025
National art badge from the Ministry of Music and Arts of Iran
January 11, 2030 - October 21, 2025

Industry Experience

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