Alaa Haidar
@alaahaidar
Senior Digital Director and Consultant, with proven ability to lead teams and Projects.
What I'm looking for
I am a Digital Director with extensive experience in leading teams and managing digital projects of all sizes. My career has been marked by a commitment to driving business expansion through innovative digital initiatives that produce measurable revenue growth. Currently, I am leading the Apple CEMEA team, where I have developed comprehensive strategies to enhance localization and production processes, aligning them with overarching business objectives.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed diverse teams of digital project managers, developers, and designers, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals. My expertise in implementing advanced digital tools has streamlined production workflows, significantly reducing turnaround times and increasing efficiency. I take pride in my ability to develop and manage budgets effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation to maximize impact and achieve business goals.
My educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from CNAM, which has provided me with a solid foundation in operations and engineering. I am fluent in Arabic, English, and French, allowing me to communicate effectively in diverse environments. I am passionate about continuous learning and integrating new tools and practices to maintain a competitive edge in the digital landscape.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Digital Director
Hogarth Worldwide
Feb 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)
Developed a comprehensive strategy to enhance localization and production processes, aligning with business objectives. Led a diverse team of digital project managers, developers, and designers, fostering collaboration and achieving project goals. Implemented advanced digital tools to streamline production workflows, resulting in reduced turnaround times and increased efficiency.
Senior Digital Project/Product Manager
Qatar Foundation
Aug 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 5 months)
Led a SCRUM team to deliver successful educational digital platforms and university websites. Created and maintained detailed project plans, driving expert schedule, resource, and client management. Analyzed all QF websites data using analytical tools such as Google Analytics and SEMrush.
Senior Digital Specialist
TripleTwo
Aug 2013 - Jul 2015 (1 year 11 months)
Produced websites and online solutions for major clients in Qatar including Barwabank, Vodafone, and Al Jazeera. Developed and executed digital activations such as Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Interactive screens. Managed the full cycle development of multiple mobile applications for Android and iOS platforms.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Conservatoire National des Arts et Métiers
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Studied the fundamentals of computer science, including programming, data structures, and algorithms. Gained a solid foundation in operations and engineering principles.
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