Hi, I’m Meryem Boumalik, a Senior Graphic Designer with 14+ years of experience in publishing, advertising, and print production. I specialize in children's book design and love guiding the full creative process from concept to final print, ensuring each page tells a compelling story. I enjoy collaborating with illustrators and editors to craft visually engaging narratives that resonate with young readers. I’ve contributed to award-winning publications with leading UAE publishing houses, and I’m passionate about maintaining high production standards, overseeing print workflows, and delivering high-quality materials that stand out on the shelf.

Meryem Boumalik

Hi, I’m Meryem Boumalik, a Senior Graphic Designer with 14+ years of experience in publishing, advertising, and print production. I specialize in children's book design and love guiding the full creative process from concept to final print, ensuring each page tells a compelling story. I enjoy collaborating with illustrators and editors to craft visually engaging narratives that resonate with young readers. I’ve contributed to award-winning publications with leading UAE publishing houses, and I’m passionate about maintaining high production standards, overseeing print workflows, and delivering high-quality materials that stand out on the shelf.

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Hi, I’m Meryem Boumalik, a Senior Graphic Designer with 14+ years of experience in publishing, advertising, and print production. I specialize in children’s book design and love guiding the full creative process from concept to final print, ensuring each page tells a compelling story. I enjoy collaborating with illustrators and editors to craft visually engaging narratives that resonate with young readers.

I’ve contributed to award-winning publications with leading UAE publishing houses, and I’m passionate about maintaining high production standards, overseeing print workflows, and delivering high-quality materials that stand out on the shelf.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior Graphic Designer at Dar Ashjar / Al Alam Al Arabi
November 1, 2018 - Present
Managed the full design process for children's books from concept to final print; Guided illustrators and ensured alignment between illustrations and text; Designed book layouts with a focus on readability and visual storytelling; Supervised printing production, including on-site coordination in Turkey; Maintained high production standards for published materials.
Graphic Designer at Premier Advertising – Ajman, UAE
April 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018
Designed creative assets for print, digital, and social media campaigns; Developed visual concepts aligned with marketing and branding objectives; Produced high-quality advertising materials for various clients.
Graphic Design Manager at UPRINT – Morocco
January 1, 2012 - February 1, 2017
Led graphic design operations within a printing and production environment; Managed daily workflow and design priorities in a fast-paced setting; Ensured all designs met print-ready standards and production requirements; Coordinated between design and production teams for smooth execution; Delivered creative solutions balancing design quality and technical feasibility.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at Specialized Institute of Graphic Arts – Morocco
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

3 Ds Max
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2014
3 Ds Max
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Certification in Drama Theatre
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
How to Produce Accessible Epub 3 Books
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Other