Hi, I'm Shyma Mukhtar, a creative and community-driven communications professional based in Dubai with over 6 years of experience in content creation, social media management, and community engagement. I specialize in shaping online identities, crafting compelling editorial content, and building engaged communities through culturally nuanced storytelling. I am skilled at managing multi-platform campaigns, collaborating with creative teams, and delivering high-end social media experiences tailored to diverse audiences. Throughout my career, I have worked with both agencies and brands to enhance brand awareness and engagement, managing everything from influencer collaborations to crisis management. I bring a strategic mindset, strong editorial skills, and a passion for community engagement to every project I undertake.

Shyma Mukhtar

Hi, I'm Shyma Mukhtar, a creative and community-driven communications professional based in Dubai with over 6 years of experience in content creation, social media management, and community engagement. I specialize in shaping online identities, crafting compelling editorial content, and building engaged communities through culturally nuanced storytelling. I am skilled at managing multi-platform campaigns, collaborating with creative teams, and delivering high-end social media experiences tailored to diverse audiences. Throughout my career, I have worked with both agencies and brands to enhance brand awareness and engagement, managing everything from influencer collaborations to crisis management. I bring a strategic mindset, strong editorial skills, and a passion for community engagement to every project I undertake.

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Hi, I’m Shyma Mukhtar, a creative and community-driven communications professional based in Dubai with over 6 years of experience in content creation, social media management, and community engagement. I specialize in shaping online identities, crafting compelling editorial content, and building engaged communities through culturally nuanced storytelling. I am skilled at managing multi-platform campaigns, collaborating with creative teams, and delivering high-end social media experiences tailored to diverse audiences.

Throughout my career, I have worked with both agencies and brands to enhance brand awareness and engagement, managing everything from influencer collaborations to crisis management. I bring a strategic mindset, strong editorial skills, and a passion for community engagement to every project I undertake.

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Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Executive / Freelance at Camli Beauty
July 1, 2024 - Present
Implemented social media strategies to drive engagement and brand awareness, achieving a 20% increase in follower growth. Scripted and launched culturally resonant campaigns, including the Dilka product line, enhancing brand storytelling in the beauty space. Managed day-to-day social media activities, including content creation, scheduling, and community management, ensuring brand consistency and a cohesive tone. Managed multi-platform content calendars, analyzing performance to refine user engagement and reach.
Partnerships Specialist at Love That Design
June 30, 2025 - August 20, 2025
Co-developed communication flows for partnerships, aligning editorial narratives with client objectives. Onboarded design professionals and enhanced content flow for industry-specific audiences. Gathered insights to inform service improvements and supported event-related digital content delivery. Participated in post-event debriefs to evaluate content flow and audience reception, identifying messaging improvements.
Community Management Team Lead at Unilever, Dubai
April 30, 2024 - August 20, 2025
Oversaw MENA brand engagement for 5+ FMCG brands in real-time community engagement. Directed real-time content moderation, crisis responses, and trend-based activations. Reduced outsourcing costs by 10% while maintaining brand voice and consistency. Led influencer collaborations for campaigns such as Rexona & X Factor and Lux 100 Years, boosting brand visibility.
Community Manager at Tonic International, Dubai
April 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Managed online communities totaling 250k+ followers for clients across various industries. Created content calendars and assisted with video production scripting and storyboarding. Engaged digital audiences for over 8 clients, generating culturally relevant and brand-aligned content.
Operation Command Center Operator at RPM Holdings, Abu Dhabi
June 30, 2022 - August 20, 2025
Coordinated real-time medical emergency operations and high-profile public events such as F1 Jeddah, Middle Beast, UAE Celebrates, and UAE Triathlon. Monitored client behavior trends and proposed innovative service solutions.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Studies at Sudan University of Science and Technology
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2014

Qualifications

Google Digital Marketing Certificate
July 1, 2024 - August 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality