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Dubai, Ae

Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As the Communications Planning Director at Around the Clock Communications, I lead the social media and content creation/creative department, managing a diverse client portfolio across the GCC, including brands like Unilever, E&, FIA, TransMed, Agthia, and Five Guys KSA. My role bridges strategic vision with creative execution to deliver impactful, results-driven campaigns across sectors such as FMCG, Finance, Real Estate, and F&B.Key Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership &… Show more As the Communications Planning Director at Around the Clock Communications, I lead the social media and content creation/creative department, managing a diverse client portfolio across the GCC, including brands like Unilever, E&, FIA, TransMed, Agthia, and Five Guys KSA. My role bridges strategic vision with creative execution to deliver impactful, results-driven campaigns across sectors such as FMCG, Finance, Real Estate, and F&B.Key Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership & Client Management: Develop and drive social media and content strategies, acting as the primary client liaison to ensure high standards, seamless project execution, and alignment with client goals. • Creative Pitches & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead creative and social media pitches in collaboration with creative leads, integrating innovative ideas that position ATC as an industry leader. • Content Creation & Production Oversight: Oversee content creation from ideation to execution, ensuring quality and alignment with brand objectives. Collaborate with the digital department to integrate paid and organic strategies for cohesive, high-impact campaigns. • Awards & Recognition: Manage ATC’s awards submissions, highlighting the team’s best work and aiming to enhance our industry standing. Show less

Doubaï, Émirats Arabes Unis

Leading the social media clients' portfolio in the GCC Market across various sectors, including FMCG, Retail, Finance, Health & Wellness, Entertainment, Real Estate, Fashion, and F&B.Strategic Planning: Formulate and implement comprehensive social media strategies to boost brand visibility, engagement, and client satisfaction.Team Leadership: Direct a team of talented content creators and community managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work… Show more Leading the social media clients' portfolio in the GCC Market across various sectors, including FMCG, Retail, Finance, Health & Wellness, Entertainment, Real Estate, Fashion, and F&B.Strategic Planning: Formulate and implement comprehensive social media strategies to boost brand visibility, engagement, and client satisfaction.Team Leadership: Direct a team of talented content creators and community managers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Performance Tracking: Define critical social media KPIs and assess the effectiveness of social media campaigns, providing monthly reports on performance metrics.Market Knowledge: Remain abreast of the latest social media best practices and technological advancements, leveraging this knowledge to enhance the performance of our campaigns.Content Collaboration: Collaborate with the creative departments to ensure the delivery of engaging and high-value content across different social media platforms.Client Relationship Management: Act as the primary point of contact for all client account management matters, ensuring the successful and timely execution of required projects and campaigns in line with clients’ needs and objectives.Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with various teams to align business objectives and targets, and ensure they are met or surpassed.Industry Networking: Engage with industry professionals and influencers, establishing a robust professional network beneficial for collaborative efforts.Client Service: Navigate challenging client requests adeptly and provide constructive feedback to team members, upholding the company's reputation for exceptional service.Through these responsibilities, I ensure that each client's unique social media needs are met, driving their brand growth and creating a positive online presence in the GCC Market. Show less

Ville De Paris, Île-De-France, France

Strategy Development: Conceptualized and implemented robust social media strategies in the F&B industry in France, Europe, aligning marketing efforts across all channels to drive brand recognition and growth.Content Creation: Expertly planned and designed compelling, brand-consistent content for a range of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, and Pinterest.Marketing & Advertising Execution: Efficiently managed and executed marketing… Show more Strategy Development: Conceptualized and implemented robust social media strategies in the F&B industry in France, Europe, aligning marketing efforts across all channels to drive brand recognition and growth.Content Creation: Expertly planned and designed compelling, brand-consistent content for a range of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, Snapchat, and Pinterest.Marketing & Advertising Execution: Efficiently managed and executed marketing campaigns and ads on various social media platforms, ensuring optimal reach and engagement.Audience Analysis & Engagement: Continuously monitored and analyzed audience behavior and customer engagement metrics to inform future strategies and improve customer satisfaction.Customer Satisfaction: Prioritized and ensured high customer satisfaction, maintaining a consistent positive feedback loop across all communication channels.Key Performance Indicators:Follower Growth: Achieved steady growth of Instagram followers, ranging from +1.5% to +7.8% each month organically. Google Interactions: Recorded a high level of interactions on Google, with 4.77K direct research and a total of 73K interactions in a month, including website visits, calls, and itinerary requests through google ads and paid media.Customer Acquisition: Successfully acquired 5 to 10 new on-spot customers weekly, and expanded reach through delivery platforms like UberEats, Deliveroo and JustEat. In a rapidly evolving industry, I continue to adapt and develop to create innovative strategies, contributing to the brand's success and positive customer experiences. Show less

Puteaux (92)

Served as a key member of the administration team for the innovative project of an online citizen portal for the city of Puteaux. In this capacity, I was responsible for:Project Coordination: Facilitated regular daily and weekly meetings between the client and our department, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project objectives.Problem Solving: Acted as a troubleshooting lead, addressing software issues and resolving team concerns promptly and effectively, which… Show more Served as a key member of the administration team for the innovative project of an online citizen portal for the city of Puteaux. In this capacity, I was responsible for:Project Coordination: Facilitated regular daily and weekly meetings between the client and our department, ensuring clear communication and alignment of project objectives.Problem Solving: Acted as a troubleshooting lead, addressing software issues and resolving team concerns promptly and effectively, which ensured the project stayed on track.Team Leadership: Took charge of redefining team roles and responsibilities, including those of interns, to maximize productivity and project outcomes.Training & Supervision: Managed the training and supervision of seasonal workers, ensuring they were well-prepared to contribute effectively to our project goals.Content Creation & Standardization: Oversaw the creation of engaging content and the standardization of user support materials. This included newsletters and regular updates to the website, which improved the user experience.Administrative Tasks: Efficiently processed and managed files, handled email correspondence, and facilitated the transmission of data to partner services, ensuring smooth project operations.My involvement in this project not only enhanced my problem-solving and team management skills, but also allowed me to contribute to the development of an essential portal for Puteaux citizens. Show less

Neuilly-Sur-Seine

In my role as a Production, Editorial, and Casting Assistant, I had the unique opportunity to contribute to the successful setup and production of "Top Chef" Season 7 on M6. My responsibilities included:Production Coordination: Acted as a liaison between the production team and contestants, ensuring efficient and seamless communication, thereby facilitating the smooth execution of the shoot.Creative Contribution: Participated actively in the creative and editorial team, playing… Show more In my role as a Production, Editorial, and Casting Assistant, I had the unique opportunity to contribute to the successful setup and production of "Top Chef" Season 7 on M6. My responsibilities included:Production Coordination: Acted as a liaison between the production team and contestants, ensuring efficient and seamless communication, thereby facilitating the smooth execution of the shoot.Creative Contribution: Participated actively in the creative and editorial team, playing a key role in the production process of this groundbreaking show, contributing to its successful reception.Content Creation: Demonstrated creativity and initiative by designing TV show segments that were successfully implemented into the program, further enhancing the viewer experience and contributing to the show's overall success.These responsibilities provided me with valuable insights into the demanding yet rewarding world of television production, honing my skills in coordination, creativity, and content creation. Show less

Région De Paris, France

In my role as a Location & Production Assistant, I significantly contributed to the production of the reality TV show "Who Wants to Marry My Son?" on TF1 (The Number One TV channel in Europe). My responsibilities included:Location Scouting: Conducted thorough and successful searches for optimal shooting locations, meticulously handling all related administrative tasks such as file management, thus ensuring the most suitable and effective settings for the show's… Show more In my role as a Location & Production Assistant, I significantly contributed to the production of the reality TV show "Who Wants to Marry My Son?" on TF1 (The Number One TV channel in Europe). My responsibilities included:Location Scouting: Conducted thorough and successful searches for optimal shooting locations, meticulously handling all related administrative tasks such as file management, thus ensuring the most suitable and effective settings for the show's filming.Production Logistics: Assisted with the critical aspects of production logistics and facilitated the setup of filming sites, contributing to the seamless execution of the show.Negotiations and Cost Reduction: Demonstrated strong negotiation skills in securing venue agreements, successfully achieving up to 50% cost reductions and obtaining additional benefits at no extra cost. This crucial contribution resulted in significant savings for the production and fostered positive relationships with our clients.These responsibilities provided me with valuable experience in location scouting, production logistics, and negotiation, allowing me to make a meaningful contribution to the successful production of the TV show. Show less

Région De Paris, France

Driving marketing and promotional efforts for fashion brands: MANGO, BENETTON, LIU JO, MINELLI, ANDRE SARDA, LANCASTER, THOMAS SABO, MINELLI.Media and Influencer Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with fashion influencers, bloggers, and media personnel. Send out press releases and respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.Events and Fashion Shows: Assist in the planning and execution of fashion shows, press events, and product launches. This includes… Show more Driving marketing and promotional efforts for fashion brands: MANGO, BENETTON, LIU JO, MINELLI, ANDRE SARDA, LANCASTER, THOMAS SABO, MINELLI.Media and Influencer Relations: Establish and maintain relationships with fashion influencers, bloggers, and media personnel. Send out press releases and respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.Events and Fashion Shows: Assist in the planning and execution of fashion shows, press events, and product launches. This includes guest list management, venue selection, coordinating with event vendors, and managing post-event coverage.Sample Coordination: Manage the sending, receiving, and tracking of fashion samples to/from media outlets, influencers, and stylists. Ensure all samples are maintained in excellent condition and are accounted for.Content Creation: Assist in creating compelling content for press releases, newsletters, social media, and other marketing materials.Market Research: Stay on top of the latest fashion trends, competitor activity, and media landscape to identify PR opportunities. Show less

Région De Paris, France

As a Production and Casting Assistant, I played a pivotal role in the successful realization of the popular show "Vendredi tout est permis" on TF1, the leading TV channel in Europe. My responsibilities included:Casting Administration: Managed the administrative aspects of casting processes, ensuring that all necessary documentation and coordination were handled professionally and efficiently.Casting Day Organization: Took charge of setting up casting days, overseeing the entire… Show more As a Production and Casting Assistant, I played a pivotal role in the successful realization of the popular show "Vendredi tout est permis" on TF1, the leading TV channel in Europe. My responsibilities included:Casting Administration: Managed the administrative aspects of casting processes, ensuring that all necessary documentation and coordination were handled professionally and efficiently.Casting Day Organization: Took charge of setting up casting days, overseeing the entire process and adeptly handling any last-minute changes. This required a high degree of adaptability and effective decision-making skills.Filming Setup Assistance: Contributed significantly to the setup of filming for "Vendredi tout est permis". This entailed close coordination with different teams, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills to ensure smooth production processes.Through these responsibilities, I gained valuable experience in the high-paced world of TV production and casting, honing my skills in administration, organization, and adaptability. Show less