Hi, I’m Meryem Aitlahyane, a Dubai-based PR, social media, and creative marketing specialist. I help brands grow their visibility and online presence through strategic storytelling, cultural insight, and content that actually resonates. My work combines creative direction with data-driven marketing. From mood boards, campaign concepts, and on-set production to influencer outreach, PR coordination, and social media strategy, I bring a full 360° approach. My goal is always the same: to translate a brand’s essence into content, experiences, and communication that feel intentional, elevated, and effective.

Meryem Aitlahyane

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Hi, I’m Meryem Aitlahyane, a Dubai-based PR, social media, and creative marketing specialist. I help brands grow their visibility and online presence through strategic storytelling, cultural insight, and content that actually resonates. My work combines creative direction with data-driven marketing. From mood boards, campaign concepts, and on-set production to influencer outreach, PR coordination, and social media strategy, I bring a full 360° approach. My goal is always the same: to translate a brand’s essence into content, experiences, and communication that feel intentional, elevated, and effective.

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Hi, I’m Meryem Aitlahyane, a Dubai-based PR, social media, and creative marketing specialist. I help brands grow their visibility and online presence through strategic storytelling, cultural insight, and content that actually resonates.

My work combines creative direction with data-driven marketing. From mood boards, campaign concepts, and on-set production to influencer outreach, PR coordination, and social media strategy, I bring a full 360° approach. My goal is always the same: to translate a brand’s essence into content, experiences, and communication that feel intentional, elevated, and effective.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Intern at Ignite Film Marketing
January 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Assisted in planning and executing email marketing campaigns through CleverTap; supported influencer outreach and collaborations; created content in English, French, and Arabic; contributed to multi-channel marketing initiatives to grow brand awareness.
Marketing Assistant at Freelance / Client Campaigns
November 30, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Assisted in the creation and organization of impactful marketing campaigns for clients; continued outreach to macro and mega influencers; secured successful collaborations; maintained client communications and aligned campaigns with objectives.
Marketing & Social Media Coordinator at Independent / Freelance
September 30, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Dec 2022 – Sep 2024: Assisted in planning and promoting short film and media campaigns across digital platforms; contributed visuals to storytelling, created engaging posts, behind-the-scenes content, and promotional teasers; supported video editing and creative direction; built PR and influencer lists; coordinated outreach.
Social Media Strategist at Startup (AI & Tech focused)
December 31, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Oct 2024 – Dec 2025: Developed social media strategy, social advertising, email marketing, influencer outreach, and collaboration; created content strategy; edited video; built networks and relationships; also led the startup’s digital presence from scratch and defined its tone and marketing strategy; launched campaigns and partnerships to introduce new features; analyzed engagement data to optimize growth and conversions.
Growth Marketer
May 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Built the startup’s digital presence from scratch, defining its tone, identity, and marketing strategy; created original social media and web content focused on AI tools, automation, and digital innovation; designed launch campaigns and coordinated influencer partnerships to introduce new features; analyzed engagement data and iterated strategies for growth and conversions.
Social Media Manager
December 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Social Media Strategy Development, Social Media Advertising (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok Ads); Email Marketing (CleverTap, Mailchimp); Influencer Outreach & Collaboration; Content Strategy; Video Editing; Networking and Relationship Building.
Content Strategist at Artan Media
September 1, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Assisted in planning and promoting short film and media campaigns across digital platforms; contributed to visuals, storytelling, engaging posts, behind-the-scenes content, and promotional teasers; supported video editing and creative direction to align content with campaign narratives.
Content Strategist at Ignite Film Marketing
November 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Marketing Intern – Ignite Film Marketing; assisted in creation and organization of impactful marketing campaigns for clients; conducted outreach to macro and mega influencers; secured collaborations; communicated with clients to maintain partnerships; built and maintained detailed PR and influencer lists.
Social Media Manager at Startup Project (Self-initiated)
May 1, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Built the startup’s digital presence from scratch, defining its tone, identity, and marketing strategy; created original social media content focusing on AI tools, automation, and digital innovation; launched campaigns and built influencer partnerships.
Marketing Intern at Ignite Film Marketing
November 30, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Assisted in planning and promoting short film and media campaigns across digital platforms. Contributed to visuals and storytelling, created engaging posts, behind-the-scenes content, and promotional teasers. Supported video editing and creative direction to align content with campaign narratives.
Assistant Marketing & Campaign Planner at Ignite Film Marketing
September 20, 2024 - October 12, 2025
Assisted in planning and promoting short film and media campaigns across digital platforms. Contributed visuals to storytelling, creating engaging posts, behind-the-scenes content, and promotional teasers. Supported video editing and creative direction to align content with campaign narratives.
Social Media Strategist & Influencer Outreach at Independent / Client Campaigns
October 1, 2024 - Present
Built and maintained influencer partnerships; conducted outreach to macro and mega influencers; secured collaborations; communicated with clients to establish and maintain partnerships; coordinated PR and influencer lists; developed content calendars and campaign strategies.
Marketing Intern at Ignite Film Marketing
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Assisted in planning and promoting film and media campaigns across digital platforms; contributed to visuals storytelling, engaging posts, and behind-the-scenes content; supported influencer outreach and campaign analysis.
Social Media Strategist / Campaign Coordinator at Independent Freelance / Startups
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Built the startup’s digital presence from scratch, defined its tone, identity, and marketing strategy. Created original social media and web content focused on AI tools and automation; designed launch campaigns and coordinated influencer partnerships; analyzed engagement data and iterated strategies for growth and conversions.
Marketing & Campaigns Coordinator at Clients (Freelance)
November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Conducted outreach to macro and mega influencers; secured collaborations; communicated directly with clients to establish and maintain partnerships; built and maintained PR and influencer lists; managed outreach and collaboration processes.
Content and Campaign Manager at Independent / Multi-client
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Assisted in planning and promoting short film and media campaigns across digital platforms; contributed visuals for storytelling; created engaging posts; behind-the-scenes content; supported video editing and creative direction to align content with campaign narratives.
Social Media Strategy Developer at Self-employed / Freelance
December 31, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Developed social media strategies, advertising campaigns, and email marketing for clients; built influencer outreach and collaboration networks; created content strategies, edited videos, and coordinated with partners to drive engagement.

Education

International Foundation Program: Art & Media at Middlesex University Dubai
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor in Advertising, Branding, and PR at Middlesex University Dubai
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
International Foundation Programme: Art and Media at Middlesex University Dubai
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor in Advertising, Branding, and PR at Middlesex University Dubai
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
Bachelor in Advertising, Branding, and PR at Middlesex University Dubai
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
International Foundation Program at Middlesex University Dubai
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Bachelor in Advertising, Branding, and PR at Middlesex University Dubai
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025

Qualifications

Email Marketing Certification (CleverTap / Mailchimp)
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
Marketing & Communications Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Other, Consumer Goods, Retail