Islam Al-Sharaa

Director of IT at Kuwait Times
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Kuwait, KW

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Credentials

  • Fundamentals of digital marketing
    Google Digital Garage
    Mar, 2023
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • Kuwait
    • Newspaper Publishing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of IT
      • Sep 1992 - Present

    • Deputy Managing Editor
      • Nov 2021 - Present

    • IT Manager
      • Jul 1992 - Present

    • Production Manager
      • 1992 - Present

      - Read and make necessary changes in the articles written by the authors- Check whether the articles are not copied and are original.- Develop various stories and content ideas by considering the audience appeal- Ensure that the facts, dates, and statistics mentioned in the articles are correct- Make use of various software applications to check the articles- Interact with the authors to effectively understand the content- Suggest the authors to make necessary changes within the documents if necessary- Make sure that the rules of print media are followed Show less

    • Editor
      • 1992 - 2010

      - Coordinate online or print publishing cycle and manage content areas- Set publication standards and establish goals and expectations- Suggest stories and generate headline ideas in alignment with targeted audience’s preferences- Oversee layout (artwork, design, photography) and check content for accuracy and errors- Proofread, edit and improve stories or pieces- Recruit and manage writers and reporters- Cooperate and liaise with designers, photographers, advertising reps, writers, artists etc- Comply with media law and ethical guidelines- Meet deadlines and budget requirements Show less

    • Graphic Designer
      • Mar 1992 - Jul 1992

      - Managing client proposals from typesetting through to design, print and production.- Working with clients, briefing and advising them with regard to design style, format, print production and timescales- Determining size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and font style and size- Preparing rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief- Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required

    • Public Relations Officer
      • 1990 - 1992

      - Communicating with colleagues and key spokespeople.- Liaising with, and answering inquiries from media, individuals and other organisations, often via telephone and email.- Researching, writing and distributing press releases to targeted media.- Writing and editing in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles and annual reports.- Organizing events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours.- Maintaining and updating information on the organisation's website.- Managing and updating information and engaging with users on social media sites such as Twitter and Facebook.- Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities. Show less

    • Receptionist
      • Jan 1986 - 1990

      - Welcoming visitors by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries.- Directing visitors by maintaining employee and department directories; giving instructions.- Maintaining security by following procedures; monitoring logbook; issuing visitor badges.- Maintaing telecommunication system by following manufacturer's instructions for house phone and console operation.- Maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Show less

    • Marketing Officer
      • Jan 1985 - 1986

      - Planning and preparing commercial adds with other parties.- evaluating the effectiveness of pursuing commercial adds opportunities- Contributing to the annual sales and marketing plan.

    • editing and writing officer
      • Jan 1983 - Jan 1985

      Commercial Press: Aligning and Sorting scripts of the newspaper at

Education

  • Hawally High School
    High school, General Studies
    1970 - 1982

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