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Tamim Daoud

@tamimdaoud

I build communications functions, brand systems, and workforce alignment for large organizations and complex initiatives.

Saudi Arabia

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for a senior communications role where I can shape content strategy, corporate and internal communications, and brand communications for large organizations, strengthening workforce engagement, cultural alignment, and leadership messaging.

I've built communications functions and led brand, internal, and corporate communications across the GCC for more than 15 years. Most recently, at OQ8, I rolled out its first integrated brand identity, established editorial governance, and delivered brand-alignment workshops for more than 1,000 employees.

I've also directed communications for MDLBEAST’s 15,000-person Soundstorm workforce and guided RAKBANK’s 3,000+ employees through transformation, restructuring, and COVID-19. I bring bilingual Arabic and English editorial direction, leadership messaging, crisis communications, and measurement frameworks that connect strategy to operational reality.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Expert – Branding & Communications

OQ8

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)

Led the rollout of OQ8's first integrated brand identity and formalized editorial and messaging governance. Delivered brand literacy workshops for over 1,000 employees and redesigned the intranet platform.

Brand Communications Internal Communications Content Strategy Governance Intranet Redesign UX Metric Frameworks

Festival Communications Senior Manager

TAIT Arabia

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Led internal communications for MDLBEAST's Soundstorm 2023, coordinating a workforce of 15,000 crew members. Centralized bilingual communications and implemented crisis protocols and measurement frameworks.

Internal Communications Crisis Communications Bilingual Arabic English Mobile Strategy Metric Frameworks

Lead – Communications & Partnerships

Launch DXB

Jan 2020 - Jan 2023 (3 years)

Built the communications function for a startup support platform from the ground up. Established internal messaging frameworks and drove communications with government, venture capital, and startup institutions.

Communications Strategy Partnerships Startup Ecosystem Messaging Stakeholder Management

Manager – Internal Communications & Content

RAKBANK

Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 (3 years)

Established RAKBANK's internal communications function during major organizational transformation. Directed communications through restructuring and COVID-19, and oversaw intranet content strategy for over 3,000 staff.

Internal Communications Change Management Content Strategy Intranet Management Governance Employee Engagement

Senior Account Manager

Mojo Group

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Led communications and brand strategy projects for major UAE financial, real estate, and energy clients. Directed brand communications for employee engagement and employer branding.

Brand Strategy Client Management Experiential Design Multi channel Campaigns

Account Manager

Inpress Hakuhodo

Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)

Managed brand and marketing initiatives for Panasonic PMMAF and iStyle (Apple reseller) accounts. Coordinated cross-functional teams on retail branding and product launches.

Brand Management Marketing Retail Branding Cross functional Coordination Social Media

Accounts & Social Media Manager

McCollins Media

Jan 2011 - Jan 2012 (1 year)

Managed the Mercedes-Benz (Gargash Enterprises) account and led PR activities for Dubai's RTA. Developed social media strategy and content calendars, winning Best Social Media Campaign for a Government Body.

Social Media Strategy PR Content Calendar Account Management

Freelance Creative Consultant

Self Employed

Jan 2005 - Jan 2010 (5 years)

Delivered branding, editorial, and visual communications for clients including General Motors Arabia, The Ritz-Carlton, and Hilton Worldwide Resorts, in English and Arabic.

Branding Editorial Design visual communication Bilingual Arabic English