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Innovative Senior Visual Communication Professional with vast UAE-based experience delivering digital and print design solutions across branding, marketing, and social media. Skilled in leading projects from concept to final execution, creating impactful visual communication that strengthens brand identity and engages target audiences.
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Professional Summary
Innovative Senior Visual Communication Professional with extensive UAE-based experience delivering digital and print design solutions across branding, marketing, and social media. Skilled in leading projects from concept to final execution, creating impactful visual communication that strengthens brand identity and engages target audiences.
Core Expertise
- Concept Development & Visual Exploration
- Campaign Key Visual Development
- Brand Communication & Visual Systems
- Social Media & Digital Campaign Design
- UAE Market Visual Communication Expertise
- Typography & Layout Systems
- Print-to-Digital Production Workflows
- High-Speed Agency Execution
Education
Bachelor's Degree — Business/Commerce
University of Mumbai
Professional Experience
Glimpse Digital Agency — Dubai
Senior Graphic Designer | 2021 – Present
- Work within campaign teams on key visual development and social media assets.
- Develop multiple creative routes (A/B/C exploration).
- Deliver high-volume digital assets across UAE and global brands.
Key Achievement: Contributed creative concepts and social media assets to the Hyundai KSA Women's Drive campaign, supporting strong audience engagement and regional recognition.
Freelance / Design Consultant — Dubai
2020 – 2021
- Storyboard design for UAE agencies.
- Fast-turnaround creative production.
- Worked with HBMSU, Star Cinemas, and regional brands.
Key Achievement: Successfully delivered multiple marketing campaigns during the pandemic period, helping businesses maintain audience visibility and communication continuity.
Novo Cinemas / Gulf Film — Dubai
Senior Graphic Designer | 2015 – 2020
- Contributed to campaign development and visual execution.
- Created key visuals and theatrical artwork for global studios.
- Supported development of kids cinema visual experience initiative.
Key Achievement: Enhanced family audience engagement and expanded market reach. Supported regional campaign execution for major film launches across Gulf markets.
Radius Advertising LLC — Sharjah
Head of Production | 2011 – 2015
- Led UAE publications and directory production systems.
- Managed stakeholder coordination across sectors.
- Delivered structured reference publications.
Key Achievement: Successfully produced multiple flagship UAE business directories recognized as essential industry reference publications.
Al Murad Group / Hawk Media LLC — Dubai
Senior Graphic Designer | 2005 – 2011
- Designed UAE directories, tourism guides, and mapping systems.
- Managed production workflows from concept to final print execution.
- Worked on large-scale publication projects.
Key Achievement: Created Ras Al Khaimah's first tourist map, supporting early tourism communication infrastructure and regional accessibility.
Neelkamal Group / Gasoline — Ajman
Graphic Designer | 2003 – 2004
- Designed and launched the "Gasoline" apparel brand.
- Developed apparel graphics, packaging, and promotional materials.
Key Achievement: Contributed to the successful launch and UAE market positioning of the Gasoline apparel line.
Key Clients & Brands
Hyundai, Genesis, Polaris, SK ZIC Lubricants, Indian Motorcycles, Gargash Motors.
Cadbury, Oreo, Toblerone, Aseel, Safi, Nawar, Grand Mills, United Foods Company brands.
Novo Cinemas, Gulf Film, Disney (Marvel, Pixar), Warner Bros., Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures, IMAX, MX4D, Lionsgate, MGM Studios, StudioCanal, Lucasfilm.
Revlon, Coca-Cola, Krispy Kreme, Häagen-Dazs, Mashreq Bank, Sriracha (Flying Goose).
THE RACE FOR EXCELLENCE HAS NO FINISH LINE.
— H.H. SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM
Testimonials
Professional Recommendations & Endorsements
Novo Cinemas’s / Gulf Film Productions marketing and development team benefited from Savio’s strong graphic design skills and campaign execution expertise.He consistently delivered high-quality creative work that reflected the company’s vision, both independently and within team projects. Savio is a passionate, dedicated, and reliable designer with a strong focus on quality and timely delivery. He would be a valuable asset to any organisation and a positive addition to any creative team.
Zainah Baker
HR Director
Savio is a fantastic person, very flexible and has a very good attitude.
Emad Tobia
Head of Distribution - Orient Films
Savio Fernandes worked at Novo Cinemas from August 2015 to June 2020 as a Design Specialist. He played a key role in new cinema launches, Red Carpet premieres, and product experiences. His creativity, strong brand understanding, and ability to deliver quality work under tight deadlines greatly contributed to the company’s success. Savio is a hardworking, dedicated team player and would be a valuable asset to any organization.
Dr. Debbie Kristiansen
CEO
I highly recommend Savio as a solid and reliable individual for any graphic design work. He has supported us at Novo Cinemas for many years and can execute a wide variety of artwork in many different formats. He is reliable, always willing to support any deadline and a pleasure to work with. I do hope to work with him again in the future and know that he will be a valuable part of any team.
Melissa Jarvinen
CMO
it was a pleasure working with Savio! He is one of the most hardworking peers i ever worked with. Very talented, creative and has a strong eye for details!
Sarah Jane Zayour
Regional Marketing & Content Manager - Italia Films
Savio is an amazing Team player. He always ensured to get the work done. He is truly creative and works magic with his hands while delivering artworks for campaigns. The best designer I have worked with till date. A true professional!
Wyon Pinto
Media & Servicing Lead - Crayons YAAP UAE
I worked with Savio for 2 years at Novo Cinemas and he was a consummate professional, friendly and a team player! A true joy to have as a team member. His work was second to none!
