I am Michael Abdelmalek, a Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director with over 20 years of experience in advertising, branding, and integrated marketing campaigns. I lead creative direction, develop brand identity systems, and drive campaign execution across ATL, BTL, and digital channels. I collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, on-brand creative solutions that align with business goals. My career spans advertising agencies, telecommunications, and corporate environments where I build brand guidelines, visual systems, and campaign themes; I oversee production from concept to final output, manage timelines and budgets, and continually raise the bar on design quality. I enjoy mentoring teams, crafting scalable templates, and delivering consistent, measurable creative that resonates across platforms.

Michael Abdelmalek

I am Michael Abdelmalek, a Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director with over 20 years of experience in advertising, branding, and integrated marketing campaigns. I lead creative direction, develop brand identity systems, and drive campaign execution across ATL, BTL, and digital channels. I collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, on-brand creative solutions that align with business goals. My career spans advertising agencies, telecommunications, and corporate environments where I build brand guidelines, visual systems, and campaign themes; I oversee production from concept to final output, manage timelines and budgets, and continually raise the bar on design quality. I enjoy mentoring teams, crafting scalable templates, and delivering consistent, measurable creative that resonates across platforms.

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I am Michael Abdelmalek, a Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director with over 20 years of experience in advertising, branding, and integrated marketing campaigns. I lead creative direction, develop brand identity systems, and drive campaign execution across ATL, BTL, and digital channels. I collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, on-brand creative solutions that align with business goals.

My career spans advertising agencies, telecommunications, and corporate environments where I build brand guidelines, visual systems, and campaign themes; I oversee production from concept to final output, manage timelines and budgets, and continually raise the bar on design quality. I enjoy mentoring teams, crafting scalable templates, and delivering consistent, measurable creative that resonates across platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at Aldawli Signs & Printing
August 1, 2022 - Present
Develop and deliver creative concepts for branding, signage, and print production; produce artwork for large-format and print applications; ensure consistency with brand identity and design standards; liaise with production and client service teams to ensure quality output; collaborate with stakeholders to meet deadlines and project objectives.
Senior Graphic Designer (Part-Time) at SignOn Pro
October 1, 2024 - Present
Design branding, signage, and print materials aligned with client requirements; prepare production-ready artwork and ensure compliance with specifications; collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver projects on time.
Senior Art Director at Wunderman Thompson (JWT)
February 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Led creative direction for integrated marketing and advertising campaigns; developed campaign concepts, themes, and visual identities; delivered high-quality creative assets for print, digital, and social media platforms; collaborated with account managers, copywriters, and marketing teams.
Senior Art Director at BSocial
May 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
Created and executed advertising campaigns across digital and print platforms; developed brand visuals, campaign themes, and communication strategies; ensured alignment with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
Creative & Design Manager at Orange for Telecommunications
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2018
Led brand identity development and ensured compliance with corporate guidelines; managed end-to-end campaign development including concept, design, and production; oversaw print production, prepress processes, and supplier performance; supervised suppliers and improved print quality through QA processes; collaborated with cross-functional teams to align creative output with business goals.
Creative & Design Manager / Art Director at LINKdotNET
September 1, 2006 - April 1, 2013
Led creative strategy, branding, and campaign development; developed brand guidelines, templates, and visual identity systems; managed design workflows and supplier relationships; delivered integrated marketing and communication materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at LINKdotNET
March 1, 2003 - August 1, 2006
Led design activities and delivered integrated marketing materials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support branding and campaigns.
Senior Graphic Designer at Virgin Graphics
March 1, 2002 - February 1, 2003
Created design assets and supported print production across client projects as part of a dynamic design team.
Senior Graphic Designer at Synergy Advertising
January 1, 2000 - February 1, 2002
Contributed to advertising campaigns, brand visuals, and marketing collateral across multiple clients.
Senior Graphic Designer (Full-Time) at Aldawli Signs & Printing
August 1, 2022 - Present
Develop & deliver creative concepts for branding, signage, and print production; Produce artwork for large-format and print applications; Ensure consistency with brand identity and design standards; Liaise with production & client service teams to ensure quality output; Collaborate with stakeholders to meet deadlines and project objectives.
Senior Art Director (Full-Time) at Wunderman Thompson (JWT)
February 1, 2020 - June 1, 2022
Led creative direction for integrated marketing and advertising campaigns; Developed campaign concepts, themes, and visual identities; Delivered high-quality creative assets for print, digital, and social media platforms; Collaborated with account managers, copywriters, and marketing teams.
Senior Art Director (Full-Time) at BSocial
May 1, 2018 - December 1, 2019
Created and executed advertising campaigns across digital and print platforms; Developed brand visuals, campaign themes, and communication strategies; Ensured alignment with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
Creative & Design Manager (Full-Time) at Orange for Telecommunications
March 1, 2013 - March 1, 2018
Led brand identity development and ensured compliance with corporate guidelines; Managed end-to-end campaign development including concept, design, and production; Oversaw print production, prepress processes, and supplier performance; Supervised suppliers and improved print quality through QA processes; Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align creative output with business goals; Directed creative development for advertising and communication campaigns; Managed branding, visual identity, and design standards; Oversaw production schedules, budgets, and vendor relationships.

Education

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Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Arts (Advertising)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000
Bachelor of Applied Arts (Advertising)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2000

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications