I’m a Marketing and Social Media Specialist with hands-on experience building content strategies, executing campaigns, and driving integrated marketing initiatives across platforms. I’m skilled at using social media tools and performance insights to boost reach, engagement, and audience growth, and I thrive on partnering with influencers, celebrities, and cross-functional teams to elevate brand visibility. I’ve led on-ground content production for high-profile events, managed end-to-end content calendars, and directed videographers and editors to capture compelling moments live. I’m comfortable juggling fast-paced shoots, budgets, and stakeholder needs to deliver timely, high-quality content that resonates with audiences and supports marketing goals.

Rand Kenifati

I’m a Marketing and Social Media Specialist with hands-on experience building content strategies, executing campaigns, and driving integrated marketing initiatives across platforms. I’m skilled at using social media tools and performance insights to boost reach, engagement, and audience growth, and I thrive on partnering with influencers, celebrities, and cross-functional teams to elevate brand visibility. I’ve led on-ground content production for high-profile events, managed end-to-end content calendars, and directed videographers and editors to capture compelling moments live. I’m comfortable juggling fast-paced shoots, budgets, and stakeholder needs to deliver timely, high-quality content that resonates with audiences and supports marketing goals.

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I’m a Marketing and Social Media Specialist with hands-on experience building content strategies, executing campaigns, and driving integrated marketing initiatives across platforms. I’m skilled at using social media tools and performance insights to boost reach, engagement, and audience growth, and I thrive on partnering with influencers, celebrities, and cross-functional teams to elevate brand visibility.

I’ve led on-ground content production for high-profile events, managed end-to-end content calendars, and directed videographers and editors to capture compelling moments live. I’m comfortable juggling fast-paced shoots, budgets, and stakeholder needs to deliver timely, high-quality content that resonates with audiences and supports marketing goals.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Marketing & Social Media Specialist at Department of Culture & Tourism Abu Dhabi
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Led content strategy, campaign execution, and integrated marketing initiatives across social platforms; collaborated with PR, marketing, and design teams to align messaging and optimize reach. Built and managed content calendars, supervised on-site shoots, and analyzed performance to drive engagement.
Content Creator / Social Content & Video Editing at Endowments & Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi)
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Produced professional photography and video editing; curated content calendars for Abu Dhabi Calendar campaigns; organized on-site shoots and live coverage; coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent brand storytelling and timely postings.
Social Media Specialist at Memac Ogilvy – Secondment at ADNOC Distribution
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Developed engaging social content; monitored accounts, managed crisis responses, and produced monthly performance reports; ran paid campaigns with budgeting and targeting; collaborated with influencers and internal teams to optimize brand presence.
Social Media Strategist at Ethara: Events, Entertainment & Venue
November 1, 2025 - Present
Led the social media strategy for the ADQC Community Carnival; defined platform-specific content directions; coordinated with the social media agency to create bilingual content calendars; delivered real-time on-site coverage, produced and published content, and ensured consistency across live and on-site deliverables.
Professional Football Player at Al Ain FC Women’s Team
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
UAEFA First Division professional football player; served as a team captain and on-pitch leader; represented the team in domestic competitions and promoted women's sports.
Social Media Account Executive at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Led and managed social media accounts for Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, coordinating content calendars and cross-functional collaboration to ensure consistent messaging and timely delivery of campaigns.
Social Media Content Specialist at Endowments & Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi)
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Curated and managed content calendars across social platforms, produced professional photography and video content, developed viral campaigns to boost event visibility, and led on-site content studios for major sports events. Managed paid social campaigns, budgets, targeting, and performance tracking; coordinated with PR, marketing, design, and vendors to ensure cohesive campaigns.
Social Media Content Specialist at MEMAC Ogilvy - Secondment at ADNOC Distribution
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Developed engaging content for scheduled posts, maintained brand consistency, monitored social accounts, played a key role in crisis management, and produced monthly and yearly performance reports. Managed paid social campaigns and contributed to overall social media strategy.

Education

Bachelor in Applied Foreign Languages and International Businesses at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Spanish Course at Salamanca, Spain
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
French Course at Vichy, France
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
High School Diploma at Abu Dhabi, UAE
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Spanish Course at Universidad de Salamanca
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
French Language Course at Vichy, France
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Bachelor in Applied Foreign Languages and International Businesses
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet