ZS

I'm a performance marketing specialist with 10+ years of experience planning, launching, and optimising paid campaigns across Meta and TikTok for high-growth brands in FMCG, consumer electronics, and ride-hailing.

About

I’m a performance marketing specialist with 10+ years of experience planning, launching, and optimising paid campaigns across Meta and TikTok for high-growth brands in FMCG, consumer electronics, and ride-hailing. I excel at lead generation, audience segmentation, and data-driven campaign optimisation using AI tools.

I bring deep familiarity with the MENA market, having led marketing operations across Iraq, the Levant region, and the broader Arab-speaking market, with strong cultural and commercial understanding of the Dubai/UAE consumer landscape. I’m available remotely, highly responsive, and experienced in delivering structured weekly reports and stakeholder presentations.

  • 12 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Consumer Goods
  • Retail
  • Software & Internet
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 7 roles

Ecommerce & Marketing Lead (Freelance) · Bulkstar.com.auJul 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Planning and executing Meta and TikTok paid advertising strategy from the ground up — developing audience targeting frameworks, creative briefs, and iterative testing methodology for launch campaigns. Conducting keyword and audience research to inform both paid and organic strategies — using Ahrefs and Semrush to structure P1/P2/P3 targeting tiers. Leveraging AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate ad copy production, SEO content, and campaign performance analysis. Preparing performance reporting frameworks and campaign dashboards using GA4 for stakeholder review.

Growth & Strategy Marketing Manager · TestFeed (Yesterday Holdings Pty Ltd)Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos

Led outbound campaign strategy targeting senior marketing decision-makers across FMCG and consumer goods — managing execution via Instantly and iterating on messaging based on performance data. Developed audience segmentation and messaging architecture across five verticals — FMCG, Financial Services, Media, Sports, and Agencies. Produced weekly performance reports and actionable recommendations for the founder and leadership team.

Levant Region Marketing Manager · HisenseFeb 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr

Led digital-first paid and organic marketing strategy across multiple Levant markets — managing Meta campaigns, influencer activations, and social content programs. Owned campaign performance governance — optimising spend, creative, and targeting to maximise reach, engagement, and lead quality. Managed agency relationships and ensured brand compliance across all paid digital channels.

Category Marketing Manager · Coca-ColaJan 2022 – Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Trade Marketing Manager · Coca-ColaFeb 2020 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr 11 mos
Marketing Manager · Careem (Uber)Oct 2017 – Apr 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos
Marketing Manager · LG ElectronicsMay 2013 – Sep 2017 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Education

Certified Digital Marketing Professional · DMI Digital Marketing Institute – LumifyAI2025 – 2026
Advanced AI for Digital Marketing · DMI Digital Marketing Institute – LumifyAI2030 – 2026
Advanced Social Media Strategy with AI · DMI Digital Marketing Institute – LumifyAI2030 – 2026
B.Sc. Engineering (Mechanical/Metallurgy) · College of Engineering, University of Technology2006 – 2010

Certifications and awards

Certified Digital Marketing Professional2025 – 2026
Advanced AI for Digital Marketing2030 – 2026
Advanced Social Media Strategy with AI2030 – 2026

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