ABDOULIE FAAL
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Results-driven and innovative professional with extensive experience in project management, art direction, and sales coordination. Proven success in executing large-scale art and photography projects, sales support initiatives, and marketing campaigns. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, directing creative projects, and ensuring seamless event coordination. Known for transforming artistic concepts into impactful visual presentations. Seeking to leverage expertise in creative direction, project coordination, and strategic planning to contribute to dynamic organizations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Archives Intern
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Processed, organized, and digitized archival materials, including documents, photos, videos, and audio recordings for Richard Martin's entire collection
- Conducted extensive research to authenticate archival content, maintaining accuracy in cataloging and record-keeping
- Applied preservation techniques on physical materials, ensuring long-term care according to museum standards.
- Authenticated and appraised over 100 historical documents and archival materials on weekly basis.
Art/Creative Director
Freelance
07.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with clients to translate artistic visions into captivating visual displays and multimedia projects
- Directed photo shoots, managed production teams, and led post-production efforts for visual assets
- Created detailed style guides for consistent branding across multiple platforms and creative teams.
- Led creative direction for a marketing campaign that resulted in a 40% increase in client engagement and a 25% boost in sales
- "Led a creative team of 5 designers and photographers, coordinating efforts to meet tight deadlines and exceed client expectations
Associate Director
MULTii MEDIA
09.2020 - Current
- Developed creative concepts, storyboards, and mood boards for projects, ensuring alignment with brand strategies
- Managed cross-functional teams of up to 15 and coordinated events to support marketing campaigns and product launches
- Attended networking events to foster relationships with artists, agencies, and vendors, securing resources for ongoing projects.
- Created creative briefs and timeline to manage creative process from concept to completion.
Studio Director
KHIRY
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Directed creative teams in development and production of visual assets, including photography and video content
- Implemented organizational systems to streamline tracking of project timelines, resources, and budgets
- Led special projects, liaising between internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to achieve project goals.
- Led production for jewelry in both DTC and B2B channels, coordinating with production partners and vendors to ensure timely delivery.
Special Projects Coordinator
KHIRY
01.2024 - Current
- Manage special projects, overseeing scheduling, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication
- Drafted comprehensive reports, memos, and presentations to provide clear updates on project progress and outcomes.
- Streamlined project workflows, reducing average project lead time by 15%.
Sales and Project Coordinator
Scholastic Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to support sales initiatives, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders, preparing reports and presentations on project progress
- Assisted with marketing efforts, developing promotional materials and managing logistics for product launches.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and messages per day from customers.
- Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
Education
Master of Professional Studies in Design Management -
06.2022
Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts in Art History & Political Science -
06.2020
Honors: Summa Cum Laude
Skills
- Project Management & Scheduling
- Art Direction & Visual Design
- Creative Team Leadership
- Event Coordination
- Cross-functional Team Collaboration
- Marketing & Sales Support
- Digital Archiving & Preservation
- Branding & Style Guide Development
- Client Relations & Stakeholder Management
- Fluent in French (Professional Level)
Certification
Art Direction - ELVTR [Sept 2022]
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Adobe Creative Cloud
Google Cloud
Microsoft Office
Salesforce
Shopify
Mailchimp
Interests
Art
Music
Pop Culture
Jewelry & Fashion Design
Timeline
Special Projects Coordinator - KHIRY
01.2024 - Current
Sales and Project Coordinator - Scholastic Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Studio Director - KHIRY
04.2021 - 01.2024
Associate Director - MULTii MEDIA
09.2020 - Current
Art/Creative Director - Freelance
07.2018 - Current
Archives Intern - The Metropolitan Museum of Art
06.2018 - 08.2019
Pratt Institute - Master of Professional Studies in Design Management,
Skidmore College - Bachelor of Arts in Art History & Political Science,
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