Fatima Ba Faqas
Student Graphic Designer
Abu Dhabi,AZ
Summary
Adept in strategic thinking and design leadership, I significantly enhanced team efficiency and creativity at Zayed's Vision Newsletter. My expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and fostering teamwork has led to impactful designs and a positive work environment, improving project turnaround times and client satisfaction without compromising quality. I aim to start a career in graphic design.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Design
Zayed's Vision Newsletter
02.2024 - Current
- Accelerated team efficiency by improving processes and workflows within teams, design team as whole and cross-functional teams.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering positive work environment conducive to creativity and innovation.
- Implemented effective time management techniques, reducing project turnaround times significantly without sacrificing quality or creativity.
Peer Workshop Mentor
ZU PALs
01.2024 - Current
- Organized workshops and events that catered to the specific needs of the mentoring program participants.
- Planned and promoted career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Graphic Designer
Zayed's Vision Newsletter
01.2024 - Current
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
Academic Peer Tutor
ZU PALs
09.2023 - Current
- Guided students towards independent problem-solving skills through collaborative learning exercises during tutoring sessions.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, adjusting tutoring techniques as needed to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Boosted student confidence and motivation with personalized encouragement and constructive feedback on assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication & Sciences
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Aisha Bint Abi Baker High School
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Thinking
Supervising Student Activities
Multicultural Awareness
Activity implementation
University Student Teaching
Adobe Creative Suite
Visual Communication
Team Management
Design leadership
Strategic Thinking
Accomplishments
- Received a Certificate of Recognition by Zayed University's Student Affairs Team as a member of Zayed's Vision Newsletter.
- Promoted to Chief of Design in Zayed's Vision Newsletter after great concept graphic designs.
- Promoted to a workshop mentor by ZU PALs after witnessed dedication in 2023.
- Multiple certificates by ZU PALs as an academic peer tutor & mentor in 2023-2024.
- Certificate for Excellence in Service by the College of Communication & Media Sciences academic year 2023-2024.
- Award for Excellence in Service by the College of Communication & Media Sciences academic year 2023-2024.
Languages
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Chief of Design
Zayed's Vision Newsletter
02.2024 - Current
Peer Workshop Mentor
ZU PALs
01.2024 - Current
Graphic Designer
Zayed's Vision Newsletter
01.2024 - Current
Academic Peer Tutor
ZU PALs
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Communication & Sciences
Zayed University
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Aisha Bint Abi Baker High School
04.2001 -
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