Hi, I'm Alma — an eager design fanatic with a love for multidisciplinary work. I'm looking to grow in a space that pushes the needle and thrives on curiosity and collaboration. I’m always chasing ideas and aiming to create work that feels fresh, thoughtful, and well-crafted.

Alma Mahmood

Hi, I'm Alma — an eager design fanatic with a love for multidisciplinary work. I'm looking to grow in a space that pushes the needle and thrives on curiosity and collaboration. I’m always chasing ideas and aiming to create work that feels fresh, thoughtful, and well-crafted.

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Hi, I’m Alma — an eager design fanatic with a love for multidisciplinary work.

I’m looking to grow in a space that pushes the needle and thrives on curiosity and collaboration. I’m always chasing ideas and aiming to create work that feels fresh, thoughtful, and well-crafted.

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Work Experience

Designer - Motion/Graphic/Film at Ross Advertising (Freelance for Carib Beer)
July 1, 2024 - Present
Led graphic design for Carib Beer under Ross Advertising, turning briefs into multiple high-impact visuals within a 2-day turn around. Art directed motion graphics for Reflektor Digital ’s Red Sky reel, shaping the brand’s digital storytelling and site launch for LinkedIn. Filmed cosplay shoots at Anime North, amplifying social visibility for creators through high-quality cinematics.
Graduate Exhibition Co-Curator at OCAD University
October 1, 2024 - May 1, 2025
Curated and coordinated a showcase of advertising graduates within Toronto’s largest free public art and design exhibition. Co-led creative and strategic development of a space that celebrated graduates and their final-year campaigns. Invited industry professionals through outreach, fundraising efforts, and digital promotion across LinkedIn and Instagram.
Sales and Marketing Internship at Awenest
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Executed a targeted outreach campaign for a new product launch, increasing client base by ~30% through branded email designs, precision contact sourcing, and personalized B2B communication. Led weekly follow-ups, collaborated on vision boards, campaign ideation, and strategic planning sessions to align creative direction with business goals.
Cellular Manager at Visions Electronics
July 1, 2023 - September 30, 2024
Delivered persuasive pitches that balanced tech-savvy knowledge with relevant customer insight to drive high-value purchases. Consistently exceeded monthly targets by ~70% through store-wide promotions, agile sales tactics, and real-time performance optimization. Mentored and coordinated junior associates with refined workflows, updating onboarding processes, and maintaining operational excellence.

Education

Bachelors of Design Advertising On-Screen Media at OCAD University
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN COMMUNICATION at Oakwood College
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

Cannes Lions 2025 — Graduate Attendee
January 11, 2030 - April 20, 2026
OCADu Exhibition Film Screenings — SABR 2023 & 2024
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
INTM Cabaret & The Entire Crossroads Exhibition 2024 - Outstanding Award
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
University Conference, 2017 – Chicago, IL
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education