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Hello, I’m Besho Shenouda — a Creative and Communications Leader with 20+ years of experience shaping brands, narratives, and digital ecosystems across global markets. I help organizations translate complexity into clarity through design, storytelling, and AI-powered systems.
My work is driven by a single belief: true impact comes when creativity, communication, and strategy operate as one integrated system. I build teams, mentor talent, and develop localization-driven brand architectures that feel human, culturally intelligent, and globally consistent.
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Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Italian
Intermediate
Work Experience
Independent at Self-Employed / Independent
January 1, 2022 - PresentDirected the creative strategy and execution for Alcatel and BlackBerry MEA across the Middle East & Africa, ensuring alignment with global brand identity while tailoring campaigns to regional markets. Led brainstorming and ideation sessions with cross-functional teams, translating product features and brand values into compelling concepts and campaigns. Created frame-by-frame animated videos and motion graphics to enhance storytelling and engagement. Managed social media presence, shaping content strategy and execution to boost visibility and drive growth.
Head of Creative & Media at Arab Administrative Development Organization (ARADO), Arab League
February 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024Spearheaded the development and execution of all visual and branding elements for the organization. Led the Creative & Media Unit, managing a multidisciplinary team and collaborating with all departments to ensure a consistent and impactful brand identity across digital, print, and event platforms. Directed full media production for conferences, forums, workshops, and award ceremonies; produced engaging content including event websites, marketing materials, social campaigns, and promotional videos. Established brand guidelines and built in-house design/media capabilities.
Creative Manager at TCL Technology (Alcatel & BlackBerry MEA Digital Team)
March 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018Directed creative strategy and execution for major regional campaigns, ensuring alignment with global brand identity while tailoring to MEA markets. Led ideation sessions, translated product features into compelling concepts, and produced a wide spectrum of visuals including product launches, social campaigns, and motion graphics. Built brand identities and assets, managed social media content, and balanced creative innovation with business objectives.
Founder at Gold Print Advertising Agency
May 1, 2012 - February 29, 2016Founded a full-service advertising agency delivering end-to-end branding and production solutions. Directed brand identity development, marketing collateral, outdoor signage, and large-scale campaigns. Invested in in-house production capabilities and led a team to deliver high-quality outputs on tight timelines, fostering a culture of design excellence and client-focused results.
Senior Graphic Designer at Massriat Advertising
September 1, 2010 - February 29, 2012Designed and produced a wide range of branding and marketing materials, delivering end-to-end branding solutions and ensuring visual consistency across campaigns. Collaborated directly with clients to translate concepts into effective designs, meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high production quality.
Team Leader at Orion for Industry
September 1, 2009 - September 1, 2010Led design and production teams, overseeing large-format outdoor materials and signage projects. Coordinated with government agencies and clients to ensure compliance with safety and production standards, while delivering impactful visuals for public campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Al Azazy Outdoor
June 1, 2008 - August 31, 2009Designed outdoor advertising materials, including highway signs and billboards. Collaborated with teams to ensure color accuracy, legibility, and adherence to safety and regulatory requirements for public displays.
Creative Manager at TCL Technology (Alcatel & BlackBerry MEA) Digital Team
March 1, 2016 - December 1, 2018Directed creative for Middle East & Africa digital campaigns; shaped brand identities, product launches, motion graphics, and social campaigns; managed cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and visuals.
Author & Content Creator at Independent / Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - PresentEstablished multiple global publishing brands; produced 250+ multilingual books and audiobooks distributed worldwide; built AI-driven content pipelines and a broad digital presence.
Official Artist at Global Spiritual & Ritual Music
January 1, 2022 - PresentPublished 60+ albums and 500+ tracks across major platforms; created AI-enhanced music and immersive storytelling experiences, building an international listener base.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems at Ain Shams Academy
January 1, 2006 - January 3, 2026Bachelor's degree in Information Systems at Ain Shams Academy
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Qualifications
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Responsive Web Design in Adobe XD
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Foundations of Digital Marketing & E-commerce
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026Google UX Design Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026Adobe Certified Associate
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026Foundation Certificates (UX/UI, Design for Social Good, etc.)
January 11, 2030 - January 13, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet, Education
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