Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
References
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Hadeel  Alhowaiti

Hadeel Alhowaiti

Jubail,Eastern Province

Summary

Proactive and adaptable, with strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with ability to manage projects and collaborate with diverse teams. Leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to develop and execute compelling communication strategies. Dedicated to driving impactful outreach and engagement in Communications role.

Additionally, our short film, Touch for which I served as Videographer was recognized by the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Jeddah.

Another key achievement is the documentary Memories from the North, where I served as Production Assistant. It won the Golden Palm for Best Short Documentary at the 8th Saudi Film Festival and earned accolades at the London International Monthly Film Festival (2023) and ÉCU – The European Independent Film Festival (2023).

My upcoming film project is titled Rooftop.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience

Work history

Communications specialist

MARAFIQ
Al Jubayl, Eastern Province
2021.02 - Current
  • Developed strong brand image by creating and implementing innovative marketing campaigns.
  • Oversaw website updates regularly ensuring up-to-date information availability for customers.
  • Created informative presentations for client meetings, enhancing understanding of our products and services.
  • Collaborated with various departments, optimising inter-departmental communication flow.
  • Reviewed and edited promotional materials ensuring consistency in brand messaging across all platforms.
  • Achieved higher engagement rates with well-curated social media content.
  • Ensured seamless internal communication for smooth project execution.
  • Planned and executed corporate events, strengthening relationships with stakeholders.
  • Drafted engaging newsletters, keeping employees updated about company news and achievements.
  • Wrote compelling press releases to draw media attention towards company events and initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented communication strategies including media outreach and content creation.
  • Evaluated content performance to establish communications campaign opportunities and strategies.
  • Adhered to company style guide, producing high-quality and tonally accurate copy and content.
  • Generated content ideas and campaign initiatives aligned with company communications strategy.
  • Maintained detailed knowledge of company policies, principles and strategies to stay on brand.
  • Reviewed and evaluated results of communication campaigns to identify areas for improvement.
  • Reviewed current content and advised on opportunities to streamline and enhance brand voice and style.
  • Optimised online content to increase reach and engagement according to KPIs.
  • Attended business, social and other functions to promote organisation.
  • Promoted organisation as public representative at business, social and community functions.
  • Planned, developed and implemented robust PR strategies to manage brand reputation.
  • Composed content, engaged with followers in comments and monitored activities to manage social media accounts with cohesive strategy.
  • Partnered with advertising teams to develop branded messaging.
  • Prepared clear, on-point speeches for senior leaders and worked with executives on interview preparation.
  • Translate articles , messages etc.
  • Editing photos and videos.
  • Shooting personal photos.
  • writing script.
  • Directing videos and photos.
  • Assist in enhancing the company decoration.
  • Managing the company branding and identity guideline. Design internal and external materials.
  • Fill the formated invoices.
  • Editing and managing the company internal and external website.

COMMUNICATIONS LEADER

Soul Body & Mind Training Center
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2020.06 - 2021.02
  • Enhancing the company presence through marketing and communication channels.
  • Develop and implement strategic Marketing and Communications plans across different business units.
  • Develop and implements innovative internal advertising campaigns.
  • Develop Marketing and Employee Communications activities and projects (ex. events, printed and e- materials, audiovisuals, company Intranet and Internet Portals.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with trainers, clients and trade companies. Implements surveys.
  • Creating and Implementing advertising through The Social Media.
  • Communicating with clients and Trainers through emails and social media.
  • Managing the Social Media.
  • Preparing, Creating and writing presentations. Photo Events.
  • Bargaining and linking between Trainers and the Center.
  • Importing products and materials.

DIRECTOR

Iqraa Channel TV
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2018.08 - 2020.02

Directing documentaries that related humanitarian stories, art, culture, religion and any field open for creativity.

STAGE MANAGER + VIDEOGRAPHER( CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT)

CT Sports Now
Fairfield, CT, USA
2018.01 - 2018.05
  • Covering sports' event.
  • Preparing the studio for the program( lighting, Cameras, & Mic).
  • A link between the director and the broadcasters.

JOURNALIST AND PHOTOJOURNALIST

Almadiah Newspaper
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2013.03 - 2017.01
  • covering field events.
  • liberation news reports.
  • Press interviews.
  • Photo events and conferences.

EDUCATIONAL COUNSELOR

Yes Atlas
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2016.01 - 2016.12
  • Advising students about programs abroad.
  • Communicate with educational providers abroad.
  • Helping in organizing the events and educational workshops.
  • Working with the social media to team to present the company in a best way.

EDUCATIONAL COUNSELOR

Yes Atlas
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2013.01 - 2014.04
  • Advising students about programs abroad.
  • Communicate with educational providers abroad.
  • Helping in organizing the events and educational workshops.
  • Working with the social media to team to present the company in a best way.

JOURNALIST AND PHOTOJOURNALIST

Organization of Islamic Cooperation
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2013.03 - 2014.03
  • Editing the press reports of the organization activities.
  • Coverage of the conferences held.
  • Photo Events.

JOURNALIST & PHOTOJOURNALIST

Islamic Relief Organization
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2013.03 - 2014.03
  • Editing the press reports and news.
  • Covering the commission events and activities.
  • Photo Events.

PRESENTER, DIRECTOR, AND MEDIA EDITING TRAINEE

Jeddah Radio
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2010.08 - 2010.09
  • Editing and directing Radio programs.
  • Program Presenter.
  • Responding to fans through the radio.
  • Sorting program winners through the radio website.

Education

Master - Master of Arts & Communication - Digital Multimedia Production

Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT, USA
2017.01 - 2018.05

Bachelor - The Faculty of Arts & Humanities in Mas - Journalism

King Abdul Aziz University
Jeddah, Mecca Region, SA
2008.08 - 2012.08

Diploma - Intensive English

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL, USA
2015.03 - 2015.12

Diploma - Intensive English

University of Delaware
Newark, DE, USA
2014.01 - 2015.02

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premier

Adobe Lightroom

Adobe Camera Raw Pro

Microsoft Office

Adobe In Design

Photography

Videography

AI Chat GPT Runway Gemini Claude Copilot Prezi

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Advanced

Accomplishments

Our short film, Touch for which I served as Videographer was recognized by the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Jeddah.

Another key achievement is the documentary Memories from the North, where I served as Production Assistant. It won the Golden Palm for Best Short Documentary at the 8th Saudi Film Festival and earned accolades at the London International Monthly Film Festival (2023) and ÉCU – The European Independent Film Festival (2023).

Certification

PROFESSIONAL TRAINER PROGRAM

ACTIVE COMMUNICATION IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

ADVERTISING STRATEGY

ARTISTIC PRESS PRODUCTION

PHOTOGRAPHY SKILLS

PUBLIC RELATIONS

POSITIVE COMMUNICATION

THE PREPARATION OF RADIO AND TELEVISION PROGRAM

ISO 22301 PROVISIONAL IMPLEMENTER

ETHICS AT THE WORKPLACE

MANAGING MARKETING COMMUNICATION AND BRAND MANAGEMENT

PEOPLE FOCUS - FUNDAMENTAL

MICROSOFT 365 WORKSHOP

Businesses Finance for Everyone

Ownership and Accountability

Data Analysis & Interactive Reporting with Power BI

Conflict Management and Problem Solving

Leading Change with Agile Mindset

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

AI Tools for Workplace Productivity

Key Skills for Professional Growth

References

Steven Smith

Marafiq, Sr. Public Relations and communication specialist

(966) 540-892-138

Fadi Madah

Iqraa TV Channel, Manager of Directions

(966) 500-080-639

Haitam Giat

CEO & Founder of Yesatlas Company

(971) 509-689-581

Abdulrahman Naji Kheraishi

Marafiq, Director, Loss Prevention & Director, Industrial Security

(966) 530-588-030

Tariq Ali Al-Walah

Marafiq, Director, Cybersecurity

(966) 560-099-560


Yaqoop Shaheen

Marafiq, Supervisor Admin Services & Event Management

(966) 565530801

Timeline

Communications specialist

MARAFIQ
2021.02 - Current

COMMUNICATIONS LEADER

Soul Body & Mind Training Center
2020.06 - 2021.02

DIRECTOR

Iqraa Channel TV
2018.08 - 2020.02

STAGE MANAGER + VIDEOGRAPHER( CONTRACT EMPLOYMENT)

CT Sports Now
2018.01 - 2018.05

Master - Master of Arts & Communication - Digital Multimedia Production

Sacred Heart University
2017.01 - 2018.05

EDUCATIONAL COUNSELOR

Yes Atlas
2016.01 - 2016.12

Diploma - Intensive English

University of Florida
2015.03 - 2015.12

Diploma - Intensive English

University of Delaware
2014.01 - 2015.02

JOURNALIST AND PHOTOJOURNALIST

Almadiah Newspaper
2013.03 - 2017.01

JOURNALIST AND PHOTOJOURNALIST

Organization of Islamic Cooperation
2013.03 - 2014.03

JOURNALIST & PHOTOJOURNALIST

Islamic Relief Organization
2013.03 - 2014.03

EDUCATIONAL COUNSELOR

Yes Atlas
2013.01 - 2014.04

PRESENTER, DIRECTOR, AND MEDIA EDITING TRAINEE

Jeddah Radio
2010.08 - 2010.09

Bachelor - The Faculty of Arts & Humanities in Mas - Journalism

King Abdul Aziz University
2008.08 - 2012.08
Hadeel Alhowaiti