Nezar Abdul Karim Omar Al -Rawi

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I am a professional filmmaker, graphic designer, university professor, and author of specialized books in graphic design and creativity.

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I am a professional filmmaker, graphic designer, university professor, and author of specialized books in graphic design and creativity. Over the past 20+ years I have built a career across graphic design, visual arts, academic teaching, and writing, earning numerous awards and recognitions that reflect my dedication and creativity.

My work spans festival programming and production, documentary filmmaking, and educational roles across Iraq, Luxembourg, and online. I have founded film festivals, led design teams, produced award-winning documentaries, and collaborated with international organizations such as the United Nations and UNESCO. I am passionate about cross-cultural storytelling and sharing knowledge through teaching, publishing, and cultural consultancy.

  • 27 years' experience
  • Joined September 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Government
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Telecommunications

Work experience· 51 roles

Director/Producer · Gnawa. Fusion of culturesDec 2025 – Sep 2025

Directed and produced the documentary 'Gnawa. Fusion of cultures' (2025).

Senior Graphic Designer · Gutt Land ProductionsSep 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos

design and managed major advertising campaigns, including nationwide campaigns for Orascom Telecom and electoral awareness initiatives in collaboration with the United Nations

Founder · Gutt Land ProductionsJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Founded Gutt Land Productions for film and audiovisual productions in Luxembourg (2025).

Author · IndependentJan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos
Author · Independent / Self-employedJan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos
Author · Independent / Self-employedJan 2025 – Sep 2025 · 9 mos
Associate Professor (Online) · Palestine Polytechnic University (Hebron)Jan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos
Associate Professor (Online), Creative Psychology · Palestine Polytechnic University (Hebron)Jan 2024 – Sep 2025 · 1 yr 9 mos

Education· 19

PhD · Granada University2025
High School Diploma, Literary Branch · Baghdad, Iraq1994 – 1995
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design · University of Baghdad1999 – 2000
Master’s Degree in Design · University of Baghdad2007

Certifications and awards· 8

Permanent Membership in the Jury, International Academy of Interactive Arts (AIVA)2011 – 2025
Best Documentary Award for the film A Man and Domes2006 – 2025
Nine International Awards for Serious Comedy2014 – 2025
Permanent Membership in the Jury of the International Academy of Interactive Arts (AIVA)2011 – 2025

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