I am a creative evangelist with 20+ years of experience, orchestrating high-performing creative teams by strategically connecting insights into inspiring ideas. I love crafting design concepts and steering strategic direction for multi-disciplinary projects, marketing materials, and campaigns, delivering solutions that elevate brands.…

Malik Mazhar Ijaz

I am a creative evangelist with 20+ years of experience, orchestrating high-performing creative teams by strategically connecting insights into inspiring ideas. I love crafting design concepts and steering strategic direction for multi-disciplinary projects, marketing materials, and campaigns, delivering solutions that elevate brands.…

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I am a creative evangelist with 20+ years of experience, orchestrating high-performing creative teams by strategically connecting insights into inspiring ideas.

I love crafting design concepts and steering strategic direction for multi-disciplinary projects, marketing materials, and campaigns, delivering solutions that elevate brands.

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English
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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Grapevine Communications
June 30, 2003 - September 30, 2025
Worked on UNICEF, Ministry of Health, BOI, CDNS, Computer Society of Pakistan, ZTBL, PTW World, PTA, SME Bank, and other notable clients.
Assistant Art Director at Adgroup
April 30, 2004 - September 30, 2025
Worked on several projects with Iqra University, Royal Park Tower, Swiss Apartments, Al-Safa Heights-1 & 2, Abu Dhabi Towers, Viking Shipping, Kalim Associates, and NGOs including HRDN Network.
Freelance Designer at Freelance Design Services
June 30, 2006 - September 30, 2025
Designed effective communications for all brands and sub-brands under the Mobibr umbrella.
Assistant Art Director at Saatchi & Saatchi
January 31, 2019 - September 30, 2025
Worked on campaigns for USAID, UNDP, WaterAid, PTCL, KPGovt, CDNS, NDMA, IESCO, Serena, SCO, Roots, Al-Rah eemetc, and other clients.
Senior Art Director at Interflow Communications
September 30, 2019 - September 30, 2025
One of UK's leading groups of companies; designed and launched from scratch MODORA.CO.UK, SURRIPA.COM, All Care Pharmacy, SA KA International, SA KA Media, 39 Desserts, Pepe’s, and more.
Senior Art Director at SAKA Media
October 1, 2019 - Present
Senior Art Director continuing brand development and campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Grapevine Communications
October 1, 2000 - June 1, 2003
Worked on several projects with IQRA University, Royal Park Tower, SWISSApartments, Al-Safa Heights-1 & 2, Abu Dhabi Towers, Viking Shipping, Kalim Associates, and various NGOs including HRDN Network, The Network, SACH, UKS & Lok Sanj.
Freelance Designer at Mobilink Umbrella
May 1, 2004 - June 1, 2006
Designed effective communications for all brands and sub-brands under the Mobilink umbrella.
Assistant Art Director at Saatchi & Saatchi
July 1, 2006 - January 31, 2019
As Assistant Art Director at Saatchi & Saatchi (UAE One/Saatchi & Saatchi), supported campaigns for USAID, UNDP, WaterAid, and numerous government & NGO clients, coordinating creative direction and production.
Senior Art Director at Interflow Communications
February 1, 2009 - September 1, 2019
Senior Art Director responsible for design direction and launching campaigns for key clients including MODORA.CO.UK, SurriPA.com, All Care Pharmacy, SAKA International, SAKA Media, 39 Desserts, Pepe’s, and more.
Assistant Art Director at IAL Saatchi & Saatchi
July 1, 2006 - January 1, 2016
Designed effective communication strategies for various brands under the Mobilink umbrella, enhancing overall brand visibility.
Freelance Designer at Various
May 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
Worked on several different projects with clients including Iqra University, Royal Park Towers, and others, delivering innovative design solutions.
Art Director at Adgroup Comm.
March 1, 2003 - April 1, 2004
Led creative projects for various clients, ensuring that all design materials were aligned with strategic objectives.
Art Editor at The Network
October 1, 1998 - June 1, 2000
Responsible for designing and overseeing the production of various newsletters, information flyers, and project reports.
Freelance Design Services at Self-employed
May 1, 2004 - May 31, 2006
Worked on various projects with notable clients, delivering high-quality design and branding solutions.
Assistant Art Director at Adgroup Communications
March 1, 2003 - April 1, 2004
Assisted in art direction for campaigns and design projects for clients including UNICEF, Ministry of Health, BOI, CDNS, Computer Society of Pakistan, ZTBL, PT World, PTA, SME Bank, and other NGOs.
Freelance Designer at Freelance Design Services
May 1, 2004 - June 1, 2006
Designed effective communications for Mobilink umbrella brands.
Designer (Freelance) at Freelance Design Services
May 1, 2004 - June 30, 2006
Designed effective communications for all brands and sub-brands under the Mobilink umbrella, delivering cohesive visual identities and marketing materials.
Assistant Art Director at Adgroup Communications
July 1, 2006 - January 31, 2009
Managed and executed design projects for a diverse portfolio, including IQRA University, Royal Park Tower, Swiss Apartments, Al-Safa Heights, Abu Dhabi Towers, Viking Shipping, Kalim Associates and multiple NGOs; contributed to brand development and print/digital campaigns.

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Telecommunications, Government, Travel & Hospitality

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