muhammed Khurram Toor, Team Lead

muhammed Khurram Toor

Team Lead

Parsons Corporation

Location
Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
Education
High school or equivalent, Computer Science
Experience
25 years, 8 Months

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Total years of experience :25 years, 8 Months

Team Lead at Parsons Corporation
  • United Arab Emirates
  • My current job since June 2014

Ministry of Housing Program Management Office)

at Parsons Corporation
  • United Arab Emirates
  • August 2013 to June 2014

Ministry of Housing Program Management Office & Riyadh Metro & Transport Project)
Sr. Graphic Designer
• Plan, coordinate, oversee and participate in the creation and design of a variety of artistic print materials and multimedia
graphics to meet the communication needs of clients and offices including print-ready brochures, booklets, posters, flyers,
RESUME
Muhammad Khurram Toor
Current Address:
Saudi Arabian Parsons Ltd.
Ministry of Housing
Al Dhabab Street PO Box 1174 Riyadh 11431
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Graphic Specialist/Instructor/Photographer at Royal Commission Colleges & Institutes
  • Saudi Arabia
  • August 2005 to August 2013

Karachi, Sindh-Pakistan, Res: +92 (21) 690-5891 Cell: +92 (321) 257-9887


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handbooks, logos, certificates, business cards, ads, banners, maps, charts designs; assure adherence to graphic arts
professional standards.
• Consult with clients to discuss graphic arts needs, goals, and budgetary requirements and target audiences; provide creative
and artistic ideas to clients and explain proper aesthetic, artistic and graphic techniques and processes.
• Explore creative graphic concepts by interpreting client needs and conceptualizing methods to effectively communicate client
messages to target audiences; provide innovative and creative design solutions while adhering to time and cost restraints.
• Oversee and participate in the design and layout of projects; implement design elements such as balance and composition;
select and modify colors, artwork, photography, type style, illustrations and other visual elements to best convey the
message of the client; direct photo shoots with professional photographers.
• Proofread, review and approve projects created by staff; present designs to client for proofing and approval; refine designs in
accordance with client feedback until final product is approved by client; prepare and release artwork for printing via
electronic files.
• Communicate with internal and external printers and arrange for file pick up or delivery; proof projects for accuracy before
final printing. Planning, designing and executing graphic designs for various media.
• Oversee and maintain computerized records and files of clip art, finished jobs, photography, logos and electronic signatures;
assure files are properly backed up to server; prepare reports related to assigned activities as directed.
• Design and create visuals for video productions and broadcasts using graphics hardware and software. Monitor and maintain
inventory levels of supplies and equipment; estimate and order appropriate amounts of supplies necessary for daily
operations. Operate a Macintosh computer and peripheral equipment such as a printer and scanner and a wide range of
specialized graphic design and publishing software.
• Communicate with District administrators, personnel, vendors and other outside organizations to coordinate activities, resolve
issues and exchange information.
• Research, evaluate and develop recommendations regarding the purchase of graphic arts equipment, software, vendor
proposals and service contracts; prepare recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and minimize costs.
• Participate in the development of the unit's preliminary annual budget; monitor and control expenditures in accordance with
established limitations.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a copier and fax machine; drive a vehicle to conduct work.
• Attend and participate in meetings, conferences and seminars related to assigned activities to maintain current knowledge of
advances in the field. Provide trainings and conduct workshops for students and District staff regarding the field of Graphic
Arts and graphic arts services provided by the Office.
• Assist in pre- and post-production activities including set-up and operation of audio, video and lighting and other studio
equipment as needed; provide graphic arts and set design assistance during productions; assist in the design, set up and
construction of studio sets and moving furniture and equipment.
• Create and produce signs, illustrations and other graphics by hand as needed.

Graphic Designer at Hub Rays Advertising
  • Pakistan - Karachi
  • November 2004 to August 2005

Karachi, Sindh-Pakistan, Res: +92 (21) 690-5891 Cell: +92 (321) 257-9887


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supervisor. Developed graphics and layouts for product illustrations, logos, and Internet websites.
• Structured and maintained a college website.
• Conferred with clients to discuss and determine layout design.
• Drew and printed charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.
• Reviewed final layouts and suggested improvements as needed.
• Photographed layouts, using camera, to make layout prints for supervisors and clients.
• Prepared notes and instructions for workers who assembled and prepared final layouts for printing.
• Responsible for all the Print, Web and Electronic media.
• Book written on Photoshop CS.
• Book written on Photoshop 7.0.
• Syllabus designed especially for beginners and advanced Photoshop users.
• Instructing for diploma, professionals and novice students.
• After each course project is assigned to check the ability of the students to face the challenges of job market.

Graphic Designer at Proposal for Banks
  • Pakistan - Karachi
  • January 2004 to January 2004

Collaborated on concept, execution, and production of print and interactive projects.
• Posters, Logos, Custom design Logos, Flyers, Broachers, and WebPages.
• Publications, Magazines, CD & DVD Covers designing.
• Designed Complete Layout of a newly launched Magazine (Fashion Chain).
• Designed an Executive Diary Proposal for Banks.

Graphic Designer at C & N Associates
  • January 2003 to January 2004

Posters, Logos, Custom design Logos, Flyers, Broachers, and Web Pages.
• Designed Complete Magazines for (Jeddah Motors, Car Showrooms & City Center Doha).
• Designed Posters of Up-coming Movies.

Graphic Designer at Arena Multimedia, F.B Area Pakistan
  • Pakistan
  • January 2002 to January 2003

Internee)
• Posters making, Logos making, Illustrations, Flyers, Broachers, Web Pages. etc.
• Also designed Sign Boards.

Technical Support at Al Khair Computers
  • Pakistan
  • January 2001 to January 2002

Handling all types of support levels from hardware installations to networking.
• Supporting Customers for their day-to-day issues and problems.

Web Designer / Supervisor at Prime Tech Systems
  • Pakistan
  • January 1998 to January 2000

• Designing and development of Web sites for the customers.
• Assisted team members and trainees to ensure smooth development and to meet deadlines.
• Overall supervision that includes technical support to users, troubleshooting with internal team, and system maintenance.

Computer Programmer at KPMG Peat Marwick
  • Pakistan
  • January 1997 to January 1998

Karachi, Sindh-Pakistan, Res: +92 (21) 690-5891 Cell: +92 (321) 257-9887


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• Responsible to provide 1st line support to maintain hardware and software up and running for on line users. Development of
productivity, batch and other detailed reports.

Education

High school or equivalent, Computer Science
  • at Karachi Board
  • January 1995

courses: Intermediate from Karachi Board (Science) 1997 • Bs (Computer Science) 2002 • Ms (Multimedia & Animation) 2013 PROFESSIONAL COURSES • Advancing Professional Construction and Program Management Worldwide (CMAA) • DIM (1 Year Advanced Diploma in Multimedia) • MCP Course completed Papers not taken • Diploma in Oracle Developer 2000 • Certificate in COBOL (ANSC) / Visual Basic / Ms Front Page • Certificate in A+ / Online Certifications • Hardware Maintenance, Windows Support

Specialties & Skills

Adobe Photoshop
IP design
Web Engineering
Web Design
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE
LAYOUT DESIGN
LOGO DESIGN
MATERIALS MANAGEMENT
POSTERS
WEB SITE PRODUCTION

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert
Urdu
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