📍 Erbil, Iraq 7+ Years in Advertising
Marketing Manager & Creative Director

David Fouad

Turning Brand Vision into Multi-Million View Campaigns

I turn marketing strategy into cinematic, high-performing brand campaigns.

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Rihana Group Holding · Zamzam Residential · Al Warda Market · Souk Rihana · Mada Al Bilad / Joker · Talabatey App Rihana Group Holding · Zamzam Residential · Al Warda Market · Souk Rihana · Mada Al Bilad / Joker · Talabatey App
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Years directing brand campaigns
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Largest single campaign budget
About

Direction, at scale

I turn marketing strategy into cinematic, high-performing brand campaigns. Over 7+ years across agencies and in-house teams in Iraq, I've directed 80+ commercial productions and led marketing budgets exceeding $100K+ per campaign — taking brands from zero presence to millions of views and a loyal, engaged following.

Social Media Marketing Content Marketing Marketing Strategy Project Management Leadership Team Management Copywriting Business Development Video Production Content Strategy Podcast Production
Experience

Career timeline

Creative DirectorJan 2026 – Jun 2026 · 6 mo
Remark ↗
Baghdad, Iraq
  • Led high-level creative strategy and campaign execution as Creative Director, overseeing advertising direction, cinematic production, and brand positioning across 6+ major client accounts.
  • Directed and supervised the full creative process, from concept development to final campaign delivery, ensuring consistent quality across all deliverables.
  • Directed large-scale campaigns for Rihana Group Holding (Residential Complex, Zamzam Complex, Rihana Park, Souk Rihana), Al Warda Market, and Mada Al Bilad / Joker food products.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing, production, and media teams to deliver integrated advertising campaigns that strengthen brand identity.
Marketing ManagerJun 2025 – Dec 2025 · 7 mo
MT Studio ↗
Baghdad, Iraq
  • Led the marketing department and managed a creative team to deliver campaigns aligned with company and client goals.
  • Art directed all advertising productions with a cinematic, brand-first approach, ensuring consistent visual quality across every campaign.
  • Supervised the development of advertising concepts and copywriting for multiple client campaigns, from initial brief to final approval.
Marketing Manager & Art Director2025
9T Creative ↗
  • Managed the full client journey from initial briefing through campaign execution to final delivery.
  • Developed tailored marketing strategies based on each client's brand positioning and business goals.
  • Directed and supervised production across copywriting, filming, and editing teams, ensuring alignment with brand vision and cinematic quality standards.
Marketing ManagerSep 2023 – May 2025 · 1 yr 9 mo
The Studio ↗
Baghdad, Iraq
  • Managed agency and client accounts across multiple platforms, producing 100+ ads with consistent brand quality and on-time delivery.
  • Created monthly content calendars and advertising scripts tailored to each client's target audience and campaign objectives.
  • Supervised on-set production including camera angles, directing, and script delivery, ensuring cinematic quality across all shoots.
  • Coordinated team tasks and workflows using Notion, improving turnaround time and cross-team communication.
Social Media Specialist2023 — 2024
Al-Mubdaa ↗
  • Developed and executed marketing strategies for digital campaigns, overseeing publishing and advertising management end-to-end.
  • Personally wrote, ideated, and directed all video content on the page, combining creative writing with hands-on production oversight.
Marketing ManagerFeb 2019 – Aug 2023 · 4 yr 7 mo
Talabatey App ↗
Baghdad, Iraq
  • Led a 15-member team managing all Facebook pages, ensuring consistent publishing quality and brand voice across the platform.
  • Coordinated with designers and influencers to boost app visibility and drive user acquisition.
  • Designed and executed marketing strategies focused on growth and retention, supporting the app's expansion over a 4-year period.
Freelance Social Media ManagerOngoing
  • Managed digital presence for 20+ clients across restaurants, clothing brands, and delivery services.
  • Built online visibility and audience engagement through platform-specific strategies, adapting content style to each client's brand and audience.
Signature Work

One project, start to finish

★ Flagship Campaign

11:11 Perfumes — Brand Launch Campaign

Led end-to-end at 9T Creative · Client: 11:11 Perfumes ↗

The most complete project of my career — I owned it from the first idea to the final cut: concept, planning, design, and content direction across a full offline and online launch.

$150K+
Campaign investment
OOH + Social
Offline & online reach
MG Cars
Giveaway partner
Campaign Film (Directed) ↗ Influencer Feature ↗ Car Giveaway ↗ 11:11 Perfumes Page ↗
Background

Education & languages

Education

Bachelor's Degree, English Literature
Al-Mustansiriya University
2016

Languages

ArabicNative
EnglishProfessional
FrenchIntermediate