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Employment History

Quest Solutions (ARY Digital Network) / Creative Lead

December 2019 till date • Full-Time Creative Direction & Brand Systems

At Quest Solutions, a premier digital subsidiary of the ARY Digital Network, my mission has been transforming multifaceted media broadcasts and diversified commercial initiatives into a cohesive, high-converting digital design ecosystem. Stepping into the role of Creative Lead, I assumed executive stewardship over a multidisciplinary creative team—bridging the gap between corporate broadcast objectives, digital front-end development, and high-velocity marketing pipelines.

Across ARY's flagship portfolio—including QTV Tutor, Ehsaas Trust, ARY Residencia, and ARY Pearl Residency—I engineered unified brand architectures and scalable UI/UX interfaces that turned passive television viewers into active digital subscribers and real estate investors. By instituting strict color management standards, modular component libraries, and rigorous quality assurance protocols, my team eliminated visual drift across broadcast graphics, social performance creatives, and enterprise web applications. Through collaborative leadership with business unit heads, software engineers, and production houses, I established a streamlined production pipeline that consistently delivers pixel-perfect design assets, accelerates time-to-market, and solidifies market leadership across the global South Asian diaspora.

Skills & Keywords: Creative Leadership, Multidisciplinary Team Management, Brand Governance, UI/UX Architecture, Media Ecosystems, Front-End Design Systems, Agile Workflow, Cross-Platform Branding, Real Estate Marketing Design, High-Converting Web Interfaces.

RainSoft Financials (Pvt.) Ltd. / UI/UX Designer

November 2017 - December 2019 • Enterprise Fintech & SaaS Product Architecture

Navigating the complex, high-stakes domain of enterprise financial technology requires transforming overwhelming rows of data into clarity. Operating as a Senior UI/UX Product Designer at RainSoft Financials, I partnered directly with US-based product managers and agile software teams to architect sophisticated SaaS analytics dashboards and enterprise B2B web applications engineered for speed, accuracy, and compliance.

I spearheaded user journey mapping, clickable wireframing, and interactive prototyping in Figma, designing modular Enterprise Design Systems that simplified multi-layered financial portfolios, ledger reconciliations, and transactional auditing tools into intuitive, glanceable screens. Beyond the software interface, I designed high-converting marketing landing pages and corporate visual assets that drove customer acquisition across US institutional markets. By anchoring every UI decision in cognitive ergonomics and conversion rate optimization (CRO) principles, these designs significantly cut user onboarding friction, elevated enterprise customer satisfaction, and accelerated software adoption across North American financial firms.

Skills & Keywords: SaaS Interface Design, B2B Dashboard UI/UX, Enterprise Design Systems, Financial Technology (Fintech), User Journey Mapping, Figma Prototyping, Cognitive Ergonomics, Data Visualization, CRO Landing Pages.

Arthur Lawrence / Creative Designer

March 2015 - November 2017 • Global Management Consulting & Visual Storytelling

At Arthur Lawrence, an international management, talent, and technology consulting firm, corporate strategy met visual storytelling. As Creative Designer, I was entrusted with translating high-level business briefs into persuasive visual collateral that resonated with Fortune 500 decision-makers and global talent pools.

I conceptualized and delivered end-to-end brand communication suites—including interactive corporate pitch decks, responsive web portals, mobile application interfaces, motion explainer videos, data-dense infographics, and executive newsletters. Working under tight deadlines alongside global account directors and marketing leads, I ensured every visual touchpoint adhered to exacting corporate brand standards while standing out in competitive enterprise pitches. My strategic visualization transformed complex consulting methodologies into clear, compelling narratives that empowered business development teams to secure multi-million-dollar staffing and digital transformation contracts.

Skills & Keywords: Corporate Brand Strategy, B2B Marketing Collateral, Pitch Deck Design, Motion Explainer Storyboarding, Information Architecture, Data Visualization, Enterprise Presentation Systems, Adobe Creative Suite.

Assessment Fund (formerly HireLabs.sg) / Senior Design Specialist

March 2014 - March 2015 • HR-Tech SaaS & Assessment Architecture

During the rise of algorithmic recruitment technology, Assessment Fund (formerly HireLabs.sg, Singapore) needed to make data-driven behavioral candidate assessments feel human, transparent, and effortlessly engaging. As Senior Design Specialist, I led the user interface and visual marketing overhaul for their candidate evaluation engine.

I designed clean, distraction-free candidate test-taking portals, intuitive corporate recruiter dashboards, and comprehensive marketing communication assets spanning digital newsletters, interactive e-books, white papers, and motion explainer storyboards. Collaborating across distributed time zones with regional consulting partners in Southeast Asia, I maintained rigorous design quality and visual consistency. These human-centered design improvements modernized the candidate experience, bolstered corporate sales presentations, and helped establish Assessment Fund as a trusted partner for top-tier enterprise recruitment.

Skills & Keywords: HR-Tech Platform Design, SaaS UX/UI, Interactive Assessment Interfaces, Information Design, E-Book Architecture, Corporate Presentation Design, Tech Branding, Candidate Journey Optimization.

WaqarTech Limited - SuperMeal.pk / Lead Graphic Designer

May 2013 - March 2014 • E-Commerce Food Delivery & Mobile User Experience

At the dawn of the on-demand food delivery explosion, SuperMeal.pk was fighting for rapid consumer adoption in a competitive marketplace. As Lead Graphic Designer, I directed a creative squad of visual designers and motion animators to construct a vibrant, hunger-inducing brand presence that captured consumers across digital and street touchpoints.

I partnered closely with front-end developers and sales leadership to overhaul the core SuperMeal ordering website, streamlining menu navigation, wireframing merchant dashboards, and optimizing the checkout flow to reduce cart abandonment. Concurrently, I produced high-impact BTL marketing collateral, eye-catching outdoor promotions, and segmented email marketing campaigns that drove viral customer acquisition. This fusion of user-centric interface design and energetic street branding cemented SuperMeal's brand recall during a pivotal phase of digital commerce growth.

Skills & Keywords: E-Commerce UX/UI, Food Delivery Mobile Architecture, Dashboard Wireframing, Creative Direction, BTL Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), High-CTR Promotional Campaigns, Email Marketing.

ARY Digital Network / Web Designer

March 2011 - April 2013 • Broadcast Media Portals & Multilingual Web Architecture

Serving as Web Designer at ARY Digital Network—South Asia's premier broadcast television powerhouse—placed me at the center of a massive digital transformation. Millions of daily television viewers were migrating online for live news, entertainment recaps, and community welfare initiatives, demanding high-capacity, lightning-fast digital portals.

I engineered dynamic, responsive web layouts for ARY Digital, ARY News, and Nick Pakistan, mastering the delicate art of bilingual typography by integrating English and Urdu Nastaliq script seamlessly into modern content hierarchies. For ARY News, I structured digital blog archives and real-time breaking news tickers, optimizing HTML/CSS front-end code for search crawlability and cross-browser speed. In addition, I designed and developed the complete online presence for the Khawaja Gharib Nawaz Welfare Trust from scratch, creating a clean, accessible, and search-optimized donation gateway that dramatically expanded international philanthropic outreach.

Skills & Keywords: Broadcast Web Architecture, Responsive Web Design, Multilingual (English/Urdu) Typography, Front-End HTML/CSS Slicing, News Media Portals, SEO-Structured Content, CMS Layouts, Digital Philanthropy Portals.

Cambridge Garment Industries / Graphic Designer & Visualizer

June 2008 - March 2011 • Premier Apparel Branding, Packaging & Retail Merchandising

At Cambridge Garment Industries, a heritage leader in luxury men's apparel and retail fashion, I mastered the tactile synergy between premium physical craftsmanship and high-impact visual merchandising. Working across the flagship Cambridge and GUTS menswear labels, I directed the visual identity that greeted customers across dozens of retail stores nationwide.

My scope encompassed the complete brand journey—from designing luxury physical packaging, custom embossed belly bands, and woven fabric hang tags to engineering massive nationwide outdoor billboard campaigns, retail shop fascias, and point-of-sale display architectures. In the studio, I personally supervised product photography sessions, ensuring rigorous lighting calibration, color temperature balance, and swatch-accurate fidelity for seasonal print catalogs and digital web storefronts. This meticulous attention to physical and digital detail reinforced Cambridge's position as the gold standard in premium executive menswear.

Skills & Keywords: Fashion Brand Identity, Retail Merchandising, Luxury Packaging Design, Custom Hang Tags & Sample Cards, Large-Format Outdoor Billboards, Studio Product Photography Direction, Color Management Systems.

Multisourcing Inc. / Graphic Designer & Web Designer

June 2006 - June 2008 • International Fashion Export & Global Trade Marketing

Launching my professional career at Multisourcing Inc. immersed me directly in the fast-paced arena of international fashion commerce and cross-border trade. I was responsible for designing and maintaining digital web storefronts and export marketing collateral for global denim and apparel brands including Mystique Asia and Element Jeans.

I crafted comprehensive seasonal print catalogs, export lookbooks, promotional flyers, and large-scale exhibition displays for major international trade gatherings, including the AAPNA Annual Convention in the United States. Concurrently, I pioneered the company's early direct-response digital marketing initiatives—designing and broadcasting monthly email newsletters to thousands of international buyers and tracking open-rate engagement. This foundational experience forged my deep appreciation for cross-border communications, print production discipline, and conversion-oriented graphic design that continues to define my practice today.

Skills & Keywords: International Trade Exhibition Design, E-Commerce Storefront Slicing, Email Newsletter Marketing, Print Catalog Production, Global Fashion Marketing, Direct Response Graphics, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop.

Freelance Projects & Global Consultancies

Solutions Consulting Co. Ltd. / Remote Graphic & Marketing Designer

June 2020 - May 2021 • China • Cross-Border Corporate Advisory & B2B Outreach

Bridging language, cultural, and operational barriers, Solutions Consulting Co. Ltd.—a distinguished corporate consulting firm based in China—engaged me remotely to build high-impact visual marketing collateral supporting their international expansion and executive consulting services.

Collaborating directly with the firm's CEO and Marketing Director, I distilled complex business consulting methodologies, market-entry advisory models, and industrial consulting frameworks into elegant visual communication assets. I produced executive promotional flyers, investor presentations, and dynamic corporate explainer videos tailored for cross-border enterprise prospects. Operating with strict adherence to international copyright compliance and licensing, I delivered polished digital assets that elevated the firm's global credibility and drove substantial engagement across multi-regional corporate networks.

Skills & Keywords: Cross-Border Remote Design, Executive Consulting Collateral, Corporate Explainer Videos, B2B Marketing Strategy, Intellectual Property Compliance, Global Brand Outreach, Visual Storytelling.

SS Fabrics / Social Media & Marketing Designer

March 2021 - February 2022 • United States • Textile Manufacturing & Digital Growth

SS Fabrics, an established textile manufacturer supplying fabrics across the United States, partnered with me to modernize their digital presence and transform their social channels into a viable B2B and wholesale lead generation engine.

A central technical hurdle was product color accuracy: wholesale buyers rely completely on digital images matching tangible fabric rolls. I instituted a precise digital color calibration workflow, matching studio photography with physical fabric swatches to ensure absolute color integrity across digital catalogs, promotional posters, and packaging kits. In addition to static visual systems, I conceptualized and edited high-engagement social media reels and video stories that showcased fabric drape, texture, and durability. This complete visual transformation fortified the brand's reputation and expanded their wholesale customer acquisition across North America.

Skills & Keywords: US Textile Manufacturing, Social Media Growth Marketing, Digital Fabric Color Matching, Short-Form Video Reels, Wholesale Catalog Design, Brand Packaging Kits, B2B Lead Generation.

SignAssign / Signage & Restaurant Branding Designer

March 2022 - December 2024 • United States • Large-Scale Retail Fabrication & CNC Vector Optimization

SignAssign engaged me to engineer large-format exterior signage, interior architectural graphics, and precision fabrication artwork for some of the most recognizable retail and restaurant brands in the United States—including Arby's, BJ's Stores, Pilot Travel Centers (Broadway International), and Lowe's.

Beyond creative visual design, this role demanded intense technical problem-solving. Automated software frequently failed when converting intricate branding artwork into machine-readable CNC router and laser paths, causing broken vectors and threatening multi-day assembly line delays. I stepped in to manually reconstruct and optimize mathematical vector paths in FlexiSign and Adobe Illustrator—closing open paths, balancing kerning nodes, and calibrating cutting tolerances. These flawlessly prepared vector packages eliminated production bottlenecks, ensuring millimeter-perfect fabrication of exterior channel letters, illuminated pylon signs, and nationwide retail environments.

Skills & Keywords: Large-Format Signage Systems, Technical CNC Vector Optimization, Retail Restaurant Architecture, FlexiSign Engineering, Large-Scale US Fabrication, Vendor Production Standards, Mathematical Node Balancing.

SIPM&R / Graphic Designer & Digital Marketing Support

December 2022 - February 2025 • Healthcare Storytelling & Academic Lead Generation

At the Sindh Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SIPM&R), Pakistan's foremost multidisciplinary rehabilitation institute, I integrated compassionate patient storytelling with empirical performance marketing to amplify community impact and academic enrollment.

I spearheaded the production of patient success story documentaries—personally handling on-site filming, patient interviews, editing, and color grading to highlight life-changing rehabilitation milestones that inspired donor and community trust. Across the physical campus, I designed and managed the institute's complete corporate staff ID card system and event branding for major medical workshops. When the institute prepared to launch its brand-new Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) academic department, I independently architected and managed high-performance Meta advertising campaigns. The campaigns generated overwhelming community interest and high-intent student applications, successfully enrolling the historic inaugural batch of P&O medical students.

Skills & Keywords: Healthcare Visual Storytelling, Documentary Video Production, Meta Ads Lead Generation, Academic Department Launches, Institutional Brand Identity, Community Engagement, Campus Signage & ID Systems.

QueCloud Inc. / Creative Designer & Digital Marketing Lead

February 2025 - August 2026 • United States • Full-Lifecycle Airport Travel SaaS Growth

Working alongside the executive and engineering team at QueCloud Inc., I spearheaded the complete brand identity, paid advertising engine, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and digital growth architecture for TheParkingStation.com, an airport parking reservation SaaS serving high-volume US aviation corridors including JFK, LGA, EWR, PHL, LAX, and ORD.

From day one, I conceived the brand identity from the ground up—designing the corporate vector logotype, typography hierarchies, and trust-centered visual palette. To dismantle traveler friction, I scripted and produced commercial motion video walkthroughs featuring native US voiceovers that addressed lot security, shuttle intervals, and barcode gate check-ins, driving a +44% lift in CTR over static discount banners in verified split-tests. On the acquisition front, I structured Google and Meta Ads campaigns that achieved a sub-$0.50 CPC in a brutally competitive US travel sector where legacy aggregators bid $4.00+. Furthermore, I redesigned the booking flow from a tedious multi-step journey into an intuitive 1-page accordion checkout, slashing customer drop-off by 28% and setting a new benchmark for scalable digital travel infrastructure.

Skills & Keywords: Airport Parking SaaS, Google Ads Sub-$0.50 CPC, Motion Video Production, 1-Page Accordion Checkout CRO, Technical SEO & Zero-Plagiarism Guides, GA4 Custom Tracking, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Brand Identity from Scratch.

TharMart (UAE) / Creative Lead & Digital Marketing Specialist

February 2025 - August 2026 • United Arab Emirates • E-Commerce Brand Architecture & Growth Scaling

Engaged as Creative Lead and Senior UI/UX & Digital Marketing Specialist, I orchestrated the strategic brand engineering, storefront UI/UX architecture, and operational digital scaling for TharMart (UAE), an ambitious retail e-commerce platform targeting cross-border Gulf audiences across the UAE and Middle East. Over an 18-month engagement, I directed three cohesive growth phases:

Phase 1: Strategic Brand Identity & Visual Foundation (UAE Market Entry • 2025-02 – 2025-06)

Engineered an SEO-friendly, high-impact brand mark and primary logotype that integrated modern shopping trolley dynamics with regional search-optimized brand naming. Established rigorous digital and print color management systems, codifying exact hex specifications (primary Red #F03021 and secondary Blue #002E48) to guarantee razor-sharp contrast and brand consistency across Shopify storefronts, mobile screens, and multi-vendor marketplaces. Designed executive corporate stationery, print-ready corporate suites, and responsive HTML email signatures calibrated for local enterprise outreach.

Phase 2: E-Commerce UI/UX Architecture & Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO • 2025-07 – 2026-02)

Architected customer journey wireframes, homepage slider frameworks, and high-conversion category banner suites optimized for core retail verticals (Fashion, Consumer Electronics, IT Hardware, and Home Decor). Designed custom 3D-styled trust badges, secure checkout icons, and payment gateway indicators (Visa, Mastercard, Cash on Delivery, Consumer Protection Rights) that significantly lowered bounce rates, bolstered shopper confidence, and enhanced SEO dwell time across regional landing pages.

Phase 3: Operational Scaling, Remote Team Enablement & Digital Infrastructure (2026-03 – 2026-08)

Spearheaded technical onboarding, daily workflow provisioning, and metadata guidelines for distributed remote catalog and data entry teams, ensuring rapid product inventory uploads and metadata consistency. Implemented enterprise Zoho corporate email infrastructure and streamlined communication channels between UAE executive leadership (under Managing Director Muhammad Usman Baig) and regional support teams. Synchronized digital marketing asset production with technical SEO practices to accelerate organic search impressions and campaign agility.

Skills & Keywords: UAE E-Commerce Architecture, TharMart Brand Identity (#F03021 / #002E48), Shopify UI/UX Architecture, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), 3D Trust Badges, Remote Team Provisioning, Zoho Enterprise Infrastructure, Technical SEO & Metadata Optimization, Cross-Border Retail Scaling.

Blazar Realty, L.L.C / Digital Operations & Brand Visual Lead

November 2025 - July 2026 • Dubai, UAE • Luxury Real Estate Architecture & HNW Acquisition

In the ultra-competitive landscape of luxury Dubai real estate, standing out requires both visual exclusivity and empirical market authority. At Blazar Realty, L.L.C, I took command of the firm's digital architecture, brand governance, and investor marketing channels to capture high-net-worth (HNW) real estate buyers across the GCC, Europe, and Asia.

I developed high-performance, responsive web layouts optimized for technical SEO and fast mobile indexing. To establish unquestioned investor credibility, I designed luxury analytical collateral that transformed raw Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction data into clear, institutional-grade market reports and investment yield decks. Working with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva, I streamlined multi-account creative pipelines, produced festive and seasonal investor outreach suites, and engineered a VIP WhatsApp concierge funnel. This integrated digital engine delivered a verified 3.2x lift in inbound qualified investor inquiries, establishing Blazar Realty as a preeminent boutique brokerage in the UAE.

Skills & Keywords: Luxury Dubai Real Estate Marketing, Technical SEO Infrastructure, DLD Market Data Collateral, HNW Lead Generation, Responsive Web Architecture, VIP WhatsApp Concierge, Brand Governance, Conversion Optimization.

AM Fabrics / Packaging Architecture & Brand Visual Specialist

July 2026 - August 2026 • Pakistan / Global Export • Sustainable Silk Manufacturing & Dieline Engineering

Partnering with luxury silk manufacturer AM Fabrics, I was commissioned to bridge digital brand presentation with high-precision physical product packaging to meet rigorous international export standards.

I conceptualized and engineered the complete packaging suite from scratch—calculating custom dielines, material thicknesses, and structural tolerances for luxury retail boxes, bespoke belly bands, woven hang tags, and fabric sample display cards. To honor the brand's artisan heritage while appealing to eco-conscious global consumers, I integrated sustainable packaging substrates with minimalist foil-stamped typography.

Positive Impact Contribution: Elevated traditional textile manufacturing through sustainable, elegant packaging design, honoring artisan craftsmanship while establishing a commanding presence across global export markets.

Skills & Keywords: Luxury Silk Packaging, Precision Dieline Engineering, Sustainable Packaging Substrates, Custom Belly Bands & Hang Tags, Export Quality Standards, Tactile Brand Experience, Typography Systems.

SoluBloom / Multi-Region E-Commerce & Web Architect

September 2026 - October 2026 • United States & Canada • Cross-Border Digital Architecture & Localization

For SoluBloom, an expanding eco-conscious lifestyle and consumer brand, I engineered the multi-region e-commerce website architecture and international localization strategy targeting North American consumers across the USA and Canada.

I solved complex geographical localization hurdles by architecting seamless multi-region currency and content switching, localized language routing, admin preview modules, and structured metadata frameworks. In tandem, I implemented strict technical SEO schemas and canonical configurations to maximize organic search discoverability and eliminate regional duplicate content penalties.

Positive Impact Contribution: Connected global consumers with eco-conscious lifestyle products through inclusive, accessible, and regionally tailored digital storefronts built for ethical commerce.

Skills & Keywords: Multi-Region E-Commerce Architecture, Geographical Localization, US & Canada Multi-Currency Routing, Technical SEO & Schema Markups, Canonical Structure, UX Wireframing, Eco-Conscious Brand Experience.
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Faraz Akbar - Senior Visualizer, Fractional Creative Director & Technical SEO Specialist

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Core Profile

Primary Services Offered

  1. Minimalist Branding & Corporate Identity (Logo design, brand architecture, die-lines, packaging)
  2. High-Converting UI/UX Design (Figma, Adobe XD, responsive mobile/web applications, SaaS dashboards)
  3. Technical SEO & Speed Optimization (On-Page/Off-Page SEO, Core Web Vitals, IndexNow, Schema.org)
  4. Performance Marketing Creatives (Meta Ads, Google Ads, CTR optimization, BTL campaigns)
  5. Large-Format Outdoor Signage Design (CNC vector preparation, print vendor coordination)

Representative Client Portfolio