Ahmed Ismaeil

Ahmed Ismaeil

A versatile professional with experience across technology and media, including media production, graphic design and video editing, photography and videography, social media management, web and system development, and mobile application development. Experienced in supervising media operations, script and news writing, managing digital platforms, and developing practical technical solutions. Passionate about combining technology, creativity, and communication to create modern, effective, and meaningful digital experiences.

Graduate of 9th grade

2018 - 2019

Xarand intermediate mixed school

Completed 9th Grade of Basic Education at Kharandi Mixed Secondary School.

Graduate of Zagros Institute

2023 - 2024

Computer department - programming

Graduated from Zagros Institute with an Excellent (1st Rank) distinction, ranking first in the Computer Department and first overall across the institute for the 2023–2024 academic year.

Smart City

Graduation Project

Research project covering hospital, seismic, vehicle suspension, WiFi, irrigation, and fire alarm systems.

Management System

Experience in designing and developing management systems for various sectors, including markets and supermarkets, restaurants, and libraries.

Mobile Application

Zanen Application / Zagros Institute Application

Experience in mobile application development and working on different app-based projects, including:
“Zanin” Application
A reading-focused mobile application designed to present important and entertaining content. The project was developed as a demo and has not been publicly released.
“Zagros Institute” Application
A mobile application designed to bring together information, content, and essential resources related to Zagros Institute in one place. The project was developed as a demo and has not been publicly released.

Media Management System

Media Management System – Shahid Foundation

Designed and developed an internal Media Management System for Shahid Foundation to connect its affiliated institutions through a centralized digital platform and transform media operations into a structured, trackable, and digital workflow.
The system supports centralized supervision of media activities, secure data storage and archiving, daily and weekly planning, content approval, revision and rejection workflows, social media activity tracking, task follow-up, notifications, and report generation. It enables the Foundation to manage and monitor media operations across its affiliated institutions from a single platform.

Zhyawa Medical Clinic

23/4/2023 to 1/7/2024

Secretary and social media manager

Worked at Zhyawa Dental Center as a Secretary and Social Media Manager, handling secretarial responsibilities and managing the center’s social media platforms.

Zagros Private Institute

2021 to 2022

Designer and editor — media unit

During my studies at the institute, I worked with the Media Unit as a Designer and Editor, contributing to the creation and preparation of visual and media content for the institute.

Kodo Educational Foundation

18/2/2023 to 18/2/2024

Designer, editor, photographer and videographer — media unit

Worked with the Media Unit of KODO Educational Society on a freelance basis as a Designer, Editor, Photographer, and Videographer, providing on-site media coverage and creative support whenever required.

Times Centre

2 months period

Designer — media unit

Worked with Times Center as a Freelance Designer for two months, contributing to the creation and execution of various design projects.

Zagros Private Institute

Academic year 2023-2024

Head of Media Unit

Worked at Zagros Institute in media and content production as a Designer, Editor, Producer, Content Writer, Photographer, and Videographer, contributing to the creation and management of the institute’s visual and written content.

Shahid Foundation

One year and 6 months

Designer, editor, photographer and videographer

Worked and collaborated with institutes and educational societies affiliated with Shahid Foundation on various related activities and initiatives during the 2023–2024 academic year.

Rwandz Private Technical Institute

Academic Year 2024–2025

Media Manager

Worked as a Media Officer during the 2024–2025 academic year, responsible for managing and carrying out media-related activities, including photography and videography, graphic design and video editing, scriptwriting, social media management, and event coordination.

Shahid Foundation

October 2025 – Present

Technical Media Supervisor

Working at Shahid Foundation as a Technical Media Supervisor, overseeing media operations across 14 institutes and two educational societies located in the governorates of Erbil and Duhok, as well as the independent administrations of Soran and Zakho.
Responsibilities include graphic design and video editing, photography and videography, scriptwriting and news writing, as well as supervising, monitoring, and managing the media and social media platforms of the Foundation’s affiliated institutions.

Kurdish

Reading, Writing, Speech, Understanding: Excellent

English

Reading: Moderate • Writing: Good • Speech: Moderate • Understanding: Moderate

Certificate of Participation

Participated in a range of courses, workshops, competitions, and activities, including a Teacher Training Course at Zagros Institute, a Computer Repair Workshop at Rawanduz Institute, a Speed Typing Competition, and various festivals and exhibitions organized by Zagros Institute. Also participated in programs and courses related to Artificial Intelligence, Health, and Marketing, and achieved 1st Place at the First Graduates Conference organized by Shahid Foundation.