Hi, I’m Amalia Awad, a versatile graphic designer and visual storyteller from Amman, Jordan, now based in Den Haag, Netherlands. I blend graphic design, illustration, photography, and branding to create engaging visuals for brands and communities. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into practical, print-ready and digital assets that communicate clearly and beautifully. I’ve built hands-on experience in marketing, events, alumni relations, and design ventures, bringing a calm, organized, and creative approach to teamwork. I’m passionate about thoughtful design, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality visuals under tight deadlines while staying curious and open to new ideas.…

Amalia Awad

Hi, I’m Amalia Awad, a versatile graphic designer and visual storyteller from Amman, Jordan, now based in Den Haag, Netherlands. I blend graphic design, illustration, photography, and branding to create engaging visuals for brands and communities. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into practical, print-ready and digital assets that communicate clearly and beautifully. I’ve built hands-on experience in marketing, events, alumni relations, and design ventures, bringing a calm, organized, and creative approach to teamwork. I’m passionate about thoughtful design, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality visuals under tight deadlines while staying curious and open to new ideas.…

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Hi, I’m Amalia Awad, a versatile graphic designer and visual storyteller from Amman, Jordan, now based in Den Haag, Netherlands. I blend graphic design, illustration, photography, and branding to create engaging visuals for brands and communities. I enjoy collaborating across disciplines and turning ideas into practical, print-ready and digital assets that communicate clearly and beautifully.

I’ve built hands-on experience in marketing, events, alumni relations, and design ventures, bringing a calm, organized, and creative approach to teamwork. I’m passionate about thoughtful design, continuous learning, and delivering high-quality visuals under tight deadlines while staying curious and open to new ideas.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Dutch
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Co-Founder at VIVID O
December 31, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Co-founded a sustainable-design startup focused on making vertical gardens a default structure for urban spaces. Led concept development, branding, and outreach; contributed to marketing materials and early product concepts. Participated in Lugano Living Labs' Speakers' Corner (2021) and the 'Snack the System' Expo in Milan & Rome (May 2022).
Summer School Assistant at Lugano's Summer School
August 31, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Participated among the students and aided with student facilitation and acclimation throughout the summer school. Assisted with preparatory work before the program started, such as creating a Survival/Welcoming Kit, coordinating student tours, and liaising with staff to ensure a smooth experience.
Waitress at Roodkapje Burgertrut
January 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Mainly prepared and served drinks and food; occasionally volunteered at the adjacent arts organization Roodkapje, contributing to a welcoming environment and event support.
Intern – Marketing & Graphic Design at Lutfia Rabbani Foundation
September 1, 2024 - Present
Designed marketing materials including social media graphics, banners, digital and print brochures, and illustrated children’s book. Assisted in developing creative concepts aligned with brand guidelines. Part of Marketing team; contributed fresh ideas in brainstorming sessions. Managed projects from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality visual content.
Co-founder at VividO
January 1, 2022 - September 15, 2025
Co-founded a sustainable-design startup dedicated to making vertical gardens a default structure for urban spaces. Participated in Lugano Living Labs – Speakers' Corner (2021) and Snack the System Expo (Milan & Rome, May 2022).
Waitress at Burger Trut (Roodkapje Burger Trut)
January 1, 2021 - September 15, 2025
Worked as a waitress; mainly prepared and served drinks and food. Occasionally volunteered at the next-door arts organisation called Roodkapje.
Waitress at BurgerTrut (Roodkapje)
January 1, 2021 - October 27, 2025
Prepared and served drinks and foods; volunteered at the adjacent arts organization Roodkapje.
Co-founder at VividO
January 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Co-founded a sustainable-design startup focused on vertical gardens for urban spaces; participated in Lugano Living Labs Speakers' Corner (2021) and the 'Snack the System' Expo (Milan & Rome, May 2022).
Programs Intern
April 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025
Internship involving coordinating and implementing alumni engagement and events; managed communications, supported community-building initiatives, and handled logistics; contributed graphic design for brochures and event invitations.
Alumni Relations and Events Associate
April 1, 2025 - Present
Coordinate and implement alumni engagement and events; manage communications; support community-building initiatives; handle logistics; contributed graphic design for promotional materials such as brochures and event invitations.

Education

Graphic Design Certificate at Shillington Education - London (Online)
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Master of International Management at Franklin University Switzerland
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Arts & Culture (IBACS) at Erasmus University Rotterdam
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020
International Baccalaureate Diploma at Amman High School (IB)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Graphic Design Fundamentals at Shillington Education - London, United Kingdom (Online)
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Master of International Management (Digital Transformation) at Franklin University Switzerland
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
International Bachelor of Arts & Culture (IBA CS) at Erasmus University Rotterdam
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
IB Diploma Programme at International Academy - Amman, Jordan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
Online Graphic Design Foundation Course at Shillington Education - London, United Kingdom (Online)
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) – Arts & Culture at International Baccalaureate Programme / Amman Jordan High School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Summer School at Lugano Plan B Summer School
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Qualifications

Graphic Design Fundamentals Certification
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Master of International Management (Digital Transformation)
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
IB Diploma Programme
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
IB Diploma – Arts & Culture
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Online Graphic Design Foundation Course
January 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Summer School
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization

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Experience Level