Sami Aj

Senior Graphic Designer & Team leader

NFINITY8 • Vollzeit

Mar 2024 - Mar 2026 • 2 yrs

Led the creative direction and visual execution for multi-platform social media campaigns, ensuring alignment with branding and marketing goals. Supervised a team of designers and social media specialists, managing timelines, task distribution, and quality control for high-volume content production. Designed and developed high-impact graphics and assets for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms — including stories, reels, infographics, and ads. Took ownership of the visual branding for client campaigns and events, from pitch concept to final rollout, including mood boards, mockups, and presentation decks. Played a leading role in developing and presenting creative pitches to internal stakeholders and clients, often shaping campaign direction through strategic visual storytelling. Collaborated with copywriters and digital strategists to ensure that visual content was integrated with compelling, on-brand messaging. Directed the full visual experience of public health and awareness campaigns, including for clients such as EHS (Emirates Health Services), SAKINA (SEHA), and Al Dhafra Hospital. Spearheaded the creative execution of social content for Al Nasr Club and Dubai Basketball Association, increasing brand visibility and engagement. Led the branding, design, and setup for high-profile events such as Womenpreneur Middle East, HBMSU, AUD, and more — from concept to final on-site implementation.

Senior Graphic Designer

Orient Planet Group • Vollzeit

Jun 2023 - Feb 2024 • 8 mos

- Develop visually compelling graphics, illustrations, and layouts for ministries social media platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. - Design and produce engaging infographics, GIFs, and short videos to effectively convey complex information and messages. - Collaborate with the social media team to understand campaign objectives and create visually cohesive content aligned with the ministries' branding guidelines. - Manage multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. - Coordinate with external agencies or freelancers when required for specialized design needs. - Ensure the visual consistency and quality of all social media content across different platforms. - Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, offering constructive feedback to help them improve their skills.

Senior Graphic Designer

UEMEDICAL • Freiberufler

Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 • 3 mos

Managed 8-10 graphics editing projects per day including retouching, colour correction and enhancing/arranging designs and photos for use in final production. Managing graphic designs from conception to delivery with the designing team. Converted and edited videos using Adobe Premier pro to add Sound Effects and music track effects and elements for all UEmedical facilities such as (Danat Sl Emarat Hospital & HealthPlus Fertilaty). Collaborated with content and marketing teams to confirm design compliance with brand guidelines. Created logos, illustrations and typography for various UEmedical facilities. Appointed design consultants and encouraged performance pursuant to deed and scope of service. Spearheaded design process to align with client specifications and budget.