Ahmad Qasem, Product Designer/Art Director

Ahmad Qasem

Product Designer/Art Director

5asec UAE

Location
United Kingdom - London
Education
Master's degree, User Experience Design
Experience
7 years, 5 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :7 years, 5 Months

Product Designer/Art Director at 5asec UAE
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • June 2020 to August 2021

• Researched and conducted interviews to identify opportunities for improving the mobile application.
• Led the creation of the new version of the application, incorporating user-centric features and enhanced user experience based on research insights.
• Developed wireframes and prototypes for the updated UI, ensuring a seamless and intuitive design.
• Managed the developers throughout the development process until the successful launch of the new application.
• Spearheaded brand identity and marketing materials, both online and offline.
• Ensured brand consistency and timely execution with vendors.

Product Designer at Talabat
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • January 2018 to February 2020

• Worked design and implementation of new platform features and functionalities.
• Focused on Talabat Pay, conducting extensive research, testing, and iteration for a seamless user experience that aligned with user needs and business goals.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop an efficient product design system, ensuring consistent branding across touchpoints.
• Effectively communicated and collaborated with stakeholders, delivering high-quality design solutions to meet business and user objectives.
• Utilized UX design expertise to create impactful solutions, driving user engagement and enhancing customer satisfaction, contributing to platform success.

Art Director - Marketing Dep. at Talabat.com - Delivery Hero MENA
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • July 2016 to January 2018

• Aligned design strategies with marketing initiatives to target the desired audience effectively.
• Provided art direction to the creative team, ensuring high-quality and cohesive work across all channels.
• Managed communication with vendors for timely execution of print and digital deliverables meeting brand guidelines and strategic objectives.
• Kept abreast of industry trends and integrated new design techniques and technologies to enhance creative output.

Sr. Graphic Designer at Sportsone (Landmark Group)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • September 2014 to June 2016

• Collaborated closely with the Marketing Manager and team to execute creative campaigns, online and offline, from concept to delivery.
• Utilized data-driven insights for database marketing, optimizing performance for clients like Banks, Shukran, and Fitness First.
• Contributed to marketing strategy development by leveraging deep audience understanding and market trends.
• Coordinated with external vendors for timely, brand-aligned, and impactful material delivery.

Digital Designer at Vodafone - Egypt
  • Egypt - Cairo
  • January 2014 to September 2014

• Maintained brand guidelines, seeking constant UX enhancements.
• Contributed to strategies boosting user experience and website traffic.
• Spearheaded website and app revamp, optimizing user experience across all online channels.
• Designed engaging social media content aligned with brand messaging.
• Demonstrated leadership, strong communication, and attention to detail.

Education

Master's degree, User Experience Design
  • at Kingston University
  • May 2023
Bachelor's degree, Applied Art - Graphics and Advertising
  • at Art & Design Academy
  • May 2003

Specialties & Skills

Photography
Adobe Creative Suite
Web Design
Graphic Design
Deadlines Meeting
Adobe CS
3d studio max
Interactive Prototype
User centric design
Wirefraning
User Research
Usability testing
Design Thinking
Storytelling

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Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
German
Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Digetal Marketing Planning Camp (Training)
Training Institute:
Digital Marketing Arts Academy
Date Attended:
May 2013
macromedia flash (Training)
Training Institute:
the russian culture center
Date Attended:
July 2005
3D studio max (Training)
Training Institute:
the russian culture center
Date Attended:
September 2008
adobe illustrator cs3 (Training)
Training Institute:
the russian culture center
Date Attended:
September 2008

Hobbies

  • sports, soccer, swimming, bodybuilding, reading, cenima.