AMAR ALNEMER
AWARD-WINNING CREATIVE DIRECTOR
With over 20 years of experience leading diverse national teams in experiential design, multimedia production, brand activation, special events, architecture, exhibitions, and digital marketing and rebranding conceptualization. Renowned for crafting unique, innovative, and immersive experiences that inspire and foster a culture of creative excellence. Thrives in dynamic environments by driving strategic vision, leading ideation sessions, overseeing project execution, and guiding creative teams to achieve outstanding results. Passionate about transforming visions into unforgettable storytelling experiences, aligning seamlessly with an organizational innovative approach.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Recognized as a top LinkedIn voice & influencer in Canada for creative vision & innovation content, boasting over 150,000+ professional followers, and generating more than 70+ million views & engagements globally. Proficient in creating impactful & inspirational content with an established strong social media presence to advocate for AI-driven productivity, innovation & champion conceptual design within my portfolio.
Recipient of multiple individual & team awards for creative development, innovation, NPD, performance, and ideation design, including "Best of Show" at CRFA, CPMA, and IAEE. Work also featured in publications such as Green Build Expo for excellence in sustainable design and environmental initiatives.
Championed an eco-friendly, design-build sustainability program for events & exhibits, generating over $50 million in annual revenue, while advocating industry-wide sustainability practices across all events.
Managed diverse design and creative teams specializing in events, exhibitions, experiential & media content, leveraging new media, graphic design, and presentation skills to deliver over 100 high-value projects annually, surpassing $100 million. Orchestrated meticulous execution from concept development to on-site installation.
Proven Client Acquisition through personalized presentation design & skills, resulting in a remarkable 90% success rate in winning RFPs, and securing high-profile projects across major renowned brands in North America.
Keynote speaker at industry shapers & industry trends conference, inspiring eco-friendly event practices through creative thinking. Expertise demonstrated in engaging presentations and artistic workshops.
WORK EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
Commercial & Industrial Architecture
Interior & Permanent Design
Corporate & Custom Exhibits
Brand & Events Experience
Experiential Marketing
Activation & Association
Branding
Expo/Events
Conceptual Design
Engineering
Project layout and planning
Procurement, purchasing & Contract (vendor/customer) Negotiation
Production management & Scheduling
3rd Party Vendors and Supplier-chain alignment
NPD initiatives
Sustainable Builds and Projects
Commercial & Industrial Architecture
Interior & Permanent Design
Corporate & Custom Exhibits
Brand & Events Experience
Experiential Marketing
Activation & Association
Branding
Expo/Events
Conceptual Design
Engineering
Project layout and planning
Procurement, purchasing & Contract (vendor/customer) Negotiation
Production management & Scheduling
3rd Party Vendors and Supplier-chain alignment
NPD initiatives
Sustainable Builds and Projects
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of latest software trends, MS, Adobe Suite, and all industry 3D/2D TOOLS & SKILLS
Manage, direct & oversee all design & creative work for over 175+ projects a year from conception to production
Passionate and inspiring mentor with a proven track record of team growth and development
Sound grasp of all design and presentation mediums
Thrive to create unique experiences and project visuals with a WOW factor every time
Can work with large or small budgets to deliver great creative value and ROI
Over 95% RFP & Design creative project success win ratio
ACHIEVEMENTS •
Delivered numerous best-of-show award-winning designs & projects
IEEE Art of Show winner for best attendee interaction booth interaction
Help Promote Building a sustainable Best Practice culture in the company
Winner of company exhibit best design concept by category
Prestigious Star of Excellence awards 3x nominee & 2017 winner
Championed innovative & new sustainable design projects initiative
Implemented 3D & CAD tools (PACE) for standard drafting work & presentation
Developed a cost-saving pricing module tool utilizing CAD database
Ongoing evolution of new & innovative build system methods
Proven leadership & successful track record working on multidisciplinary projects & teams
95% design-to-sell ratio delivering innovative award-winning projects
Increased efficiencies and project turnaround cycles with innovative methods and means