I am a motivated, professional, personable self-starter with a successful track record across marketing/public relations, translation, editing, and content and article writing for print and online media. I blend easily with teams and clients, thrive under pressure, and consistently meet goals by delivering high-quality work on tight deadlines. I am flexible, calm, and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations and absorb new ways of working across diverse industries.

Maher Shaker

I am a motivated, professional, personable self-starter with a successful track record across marketing/public relations, translation, editing, and content and article writing for print and online media. I blend easily with teams and clients, thrive under pressure, and consistently meet goals by delivering high-quality work on tight deadlines. I am flexible, calm, and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations and absorb new ways of working across diverse industries.

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I am a motivated, professional, personable self-starter with a successful track record across marketing/public relations, translation, editing, and content and article writing for print and online media.

I blend easily with teams and clients, thrive under pressure, and consistently meet goals by delivering high-quality work on tight deadlines. I am flexible, calm, and adaptable, with a demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations and absorb new ways of working across diverse industries.

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Experience Level

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Various clients (Enigma Magazine, Diplomatic Missions, Professional translation offices, Online productions)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Translation, subtitling, audio stereo, audio description, close captioning, forced narrative, videos, dubbing and voiceovers for renowned global companies; content and article writing for printed and online material.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
December 31, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and marketing initiatives and contributed to business development.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
December 31, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and marketing activities.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
December 31, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Oversaw sales operations; left due to disruptions from the Egyptian revolutions affecting tourism and hotel business.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
December 31, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and advertising campaigns.
Sales Manager at INTERSPACE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
December 31, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Led interior design sales and client relations.
Sales Representative / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
December 31, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales and supervisory responsibilities within Canon photocopiers division.
Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Various clients (Enigma Magazine, Multiple Diplomatic Missions, Professional translation offices, Online productions)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Provided professional translation, content and article writing; performed subtitling, audio description, close captioning, and voiceovers for global brands and online productions.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
December 31, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led marketing initiatives, member engagement, events, PR efforts, and business development; supervised campaigns and communications for council members and partners.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
December 31, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Directed sales and marketing activities, strategic communications, and partnership development to support chamber programs.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
December 31, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales operations and client relationships in the hospitality/tourism sector; contributed to revenue growth during a period of market instability.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
December 31, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Led sales strategy and client acquisition for advertising services; collaborated with creative teams to deliver integrated campaigns.
Sales Manager at InterSpace for Interior Design
December 31, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Headed sales and client relations for interior design projects; supported project development and marketing efforts.
Sales Representative / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
December 31, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales representative and supervisor responsible for product demonstrations, client training, and sales performance.
Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Enigma Magazine
January 1, 2003 - Present
Freelance translator and content/article writer for Enigma Magazine and other clients, including multiple diplomatic missions and professional translation offices. Performed subtitling, audio description, close captioning, dubbing, and voiceovers for renowned global companies; produced content for online and print materials.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
January 1, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and marketing initiatives, developed campaigns, managed branding and outreach, and strengthened partnerships across business communities.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
January 1, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Directed sales and marketing operations, built relationships with business communities and events, supported membership growth and initiatives.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
January 1, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and marketing activities; left due to the revolutions and their adverse effect on tourism and hotel business.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
January 1, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and account management for advertising services; developed client relationships and campaigns.
Sales Manager at INTERSPACE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
January 1, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Sales Manager overseeing interior design products and services; built client base and coordinated projects.
Sales Rep / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
January 1, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales representative and supervisory role within Canon photocopier division.
Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Enigma Magazine; Multiple Diplomatic Missions; Professional Translation Offices; Online Productions
January 1, 2003 - Present
Freelance translator and content/article writer handling subtitling, audio description, close captioning, dubbing and voiceovers for diverse clients; produced content for printed and online platforms.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
December 31, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and marketing initiatives, developing strategies and managing stakeholder relationships.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
January 1, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and marketing activities and contributed to business development.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
January 1, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Sales management; oversaw sales operations and contributed to market growth.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
January 1, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales activities in advertising and media sectors.
Sales Manager at INTERSPACE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
January 1, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Led interior design sales initiatives; built client relationships and drove revenue.
Sales Rep / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
January 1, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales representation and supervision in photocopier sales.
Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Various (Enigma Magazine; Multiple Diplomatic Missions; Professional translation offices; Online productions)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Provided professional translation services and content/article writing for Enigma Magazine, diplomatic missions, and translation offices. Worked on subtitling, audio description, captioning, forced narrative, videos, dubbing and voiceovers for renowned global companies.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
December 31, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and marketing initiatives, developed client relationships, and supported strategic communications for a binational business council.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
December 31, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and marketing activities, client outreach, and event promotion; contributed to membership growth and partner engagement.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
December 31, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Sales management for tourism and travel products; developed partnerships and campaigns until departure due to political upheaval.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
December 31, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Sales management focusing on advertising campaigns, client acquisition, and campaign execution.
Sales Manager at INTERSPACE FOR INTERIOR DESIGN
December 31, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Sales management for interior design projects, client consultations, and sales operations.
Sales Rep / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
December 31, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales representative and supervisor, leading accounts, managing sales pipelines, and supervising staff.
Freelance Translator / Content and Article Writer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2003 - Present
Provided professional translation, subtitling, dubbing and voiceover services; included work for Enigma Magazine, multiple diplomatic missions, professional translation offices, and online productions with subtitling, audio description, closed captioning, forced narrative, and video projects for global clients.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Egyptian Business Council
December 31, 2016 - September 8, 2025
Led sales and marketing initiatives and relationships within Egypt, coordinating programs and events to promote business collaboration.
Sales and Marketing Manager at Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Egypt
December 31, 2013 - September 8, 2025
Managed sales and marketing activities, supporting member engagement and market development.
Sales Manager at Sunrise Resorts and Cruises
December 31, 2011 - September 8, 2025
Oversaw sales operations in tourism/hospitality; left due to the impact of the Egyptian revolutions on the sector.
Sales Manager at Express Media for Advertising
December 31, 2010 - September 8, 2025
Managed client relationships and sales activities in advertising.
Sales Manager at Interspace for Interior Design
December 31, 2006 - September 8, 2025
Led sales for interior design services and products.
Sales Representative / Supervisor at Canon Photocopiers
December 31, 1997 - September 8, 2025
Sales representative and supervisory responsibilities for Canon photocopier products.

Education

B.Sc. at Helwan University (English Language Division) – Accounting Major
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School (Ex English School)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Bachelor of Science in English Language (Accounting Major) at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE - High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
B.Sc. (English Language Division) – Accounting Major at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE - High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School (Ex English School)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
B.Sc. (English Language Division) – Accounting Major at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
B.Sc. (English Language Division) – Accounting Major at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE - High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School (Ex English School)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
B.Sc. (English Language Division) – Accounting Major at Helwan University
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
GCE - High School Diploma at London
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Primary to High School at El Nasr Language School (Ex English School)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025

Qualifications

Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Basic Cargo Skills and Procedures (EgyptAir Training Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Basic Cargo Skills and Procedures (EgyptAir Training Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Basic Cargo Skills and Procedures (EgyptAir Training Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Basic Cargo Skills and Procedures (EgyptAir Training Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Sales Training (Living in Interiors – Paris)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Audit (PWC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Computer Applications (AUC – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Communications & Business on Line Courses (AmCham – Cairo)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Basic Cargo Skills and Procedures (EgyptAir Training Center)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Dangerous Goods Regulations (D.G.R.1)
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Education, Other, Retail, Government