Islam Al-Sharaa
Director of IT at Kuwait Times- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Fundamentals of digital marketing
Google Digital GarageMar, 2023- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Kuwait Times
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Kuwait
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Newspaper Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of IT
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Sep 1992 - Present
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Deputy Managing Editor
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Nov 2021 - Present
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IT Manager
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Jul 1992 - Present
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Production Manager
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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
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Editor
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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
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Graphic Designer
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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
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Public Relations Officer
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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
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Receptionist
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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
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Marketing Officer
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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.
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editing and writing officer
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Jan 1983 - Jan 1985
Commercial Press: Aligning and Sorting scripts of the newspaper at
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Education
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Hawally High School
High school, General Studies