I am a Creative Designer and Visual Communications Specialist with over 9 years of experience across the UAE, GCC, and MENA region. Winner of Dubai’s Golden Visa for Arts & Culture, I specialize in e-commerce graphic design, blending visual storytelling with conversion-focused design to boost online sales and elevate customer experiences. I have a passion for creating compelling digital campaigns for luxury fashion brands and supporting regional entrepreneurship through strategic visual content.

Awwad Al -Sheikh Hasan

I am a Creative Designer and Visual Communications Specialist with over 9 years of experience across the UAE, GCC, and MENA region. Winner of Dubai’s Golden Visa for Arts & Culture, I specialize in e-commerce graphic design, blending visual storytelling with conversion-focused design to boost online sales and elevate customer experiences. I have a passion for creating compelling digital campaigns for luxury fashion brands and supporting regional entrepreneurship through strategic visual content.

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I am a Creative Designer and Visual Communications Specialist with over 9 years of experience across the UAE, GCC, and MENA region. Winner of Dubai’s Golden Visa for Arts & Culture, I specialize in e-commerce graphic design, blending visual storytelling with conversion-focused design to boost online sales and elevate customer experiences. I have a passion for creating compelling digital campaigns for luxury fashion brands and supporting regional entrepreneurship through strategic visual content.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Designer / Strategist at BusinessLink
January 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Designed strategic visual content for a business setup and consulting firm catering to regional entrepreneurs. Worked on multimedia campaigns promoting entrepreneurship and small business awareness in the UAE.
E-commerce Designer MENA at Al-Futtaim Group
January 1, 2023 - Present
Create digital campaigns for leading luxury fashion brands such as Ted Baker, Sandro, Maje, Kiabi, and Aape across the GCC. Collaborated with marketing, buying, and regional teams to execute brand-aligned visuals. Supervised regional campaign launches in UAE and KSA, aligning with cultural moments and consumer behavior. Contributed to the creative team receiving internal recognition as Best Achievers.
Art Director / Designer (Freelance & Full-Time) at Various Clients – Iraq, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Syria
January 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Delivered end-to-end design solutions for campaigns across real estate, wellness, fashion, and government sectors. Oversaw creative strategy, content development, and production for visual storytelling. Managed teams of junior designers and coordinated freelancers and suppliers for event and campaign rollouts.

Education

BA in Visual Communication & Multimedia at University of Damascus, Syria
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Certificate in Project Management for Arts & Culture
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Storytelling in Branding and Content Marketing
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Team Building Specialty Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Effective communications for today’s leader
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Strategy for Business Growth
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Influencer Marketing Strategy
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Workshops on EDI in Design & Accessibility
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Adobe Creative Suite (Certified)
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction