Simplify – Transform – Inspire
Ahmed Shaaban

Digital Design Manager

Digital Learning Manager

Ahmed Shaaban

Digital Design Manager

Digital Learning Manager

Hello, I’m Ahmed Shaaban, I

Looking for IMMERSIVE experiences that IMPACT?

In today’s world, it’s not enough to wear one hat and that’s where I thrive. With 10+ years of experience across graphic design and digital learning, I blend creativity with strategy to craft content that grabs attention and makes ideas click fast. Whether I’m designing visuals or learning experiences, my goal is always the same: connect with people, simplify the complex & make learning feel effortless. It’s this mix of skills, design thinking, storytelling, and user experience, that helps me turn big ideas into engaging, memorable content.

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Tools

Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Indesign
Articulate Storyline 360
Articulate Storyline 360
Articulate Rise
Articulate Rise
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe XD
Adobe XD
Adobe Captivate
Adobe Captivate
Camtasia
Camtasia

Experience

Digital Learning & Design Manager Alshaya Group – (2019- present)
  • Built and launched the Customer Experience Hub—a company-wide digital platform accessible to all Alshaya store and restaurant teams. Designed to inspire, upskill, and connect employees through dynamic microlearning, engaging learning journeys, and a strong community space where frontline staff can share real success stories, feel seen and heard, and learn from one another. Brought these stories to life through comic-style visuals, infographics & motion videos that celebrate authentic moments from the shop floor.
  • Earned 40 recognitions in 5 years, ending with a Platinum Award, for turning leadership ideas into clear, engaging content that truly connects with store teams.
  • Designed and delivered structured learning journeys tailored to Retail, Hospitality, and Starbucks, curating accessible, relevant, and impactful content aligned with business goals.
  • Developed branded content for social media campaigns and online advertising across Alshaya brands.
  • Led end-to-end learning experiences – from discovery and research to design, production, and deployment – while aligning with organisational KPIs.
  • Integrated AI across the design process to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness.
  • Recognised for translating leadership vision into engaging content that resonates with frontline staff.
  • Regularly updated and maintained courseware based on feedback and analysis.
  • Led the end-to-end design and delivery of digital learning solutions, ensuring smooth execution and high-quality standards through regular progress checks and reviews.
Senior Multimedia & eLearning Designer  Dubai Police (2016 – 2019)
  • Led the end-to-end transformation of complex Dubai Police training materials into interactive eLearning courses and videos, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and budget management.
  • Designed and developed engaging eLearning courses by collaborating with subject matter experts and applying instructional design principles.
  • Created multimedia elements, including videos, animations, and AR/VR simulations, coordinating with specialists and vendors to enhance the learning experience.
  • Managed and optimized the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure user-friendliness, progress tracking, and report generation.
  • Conducted quality assurance, content reviews, and testing to ensure accuracy, functionality, and compliance with design standards.
  • Assessed training needs, identified learning gaps, and developed targeted eLearning solutions.
  • Delivered high-quality results by collaborating with stakeholders to meet deadlines and objectives.
Multimedia and Digital Learning Designer International Computer Driving License (ICDL) – (2014- 2016)
  • Designed graphics, illustrations, and infographics for ICDL digital courses.
  • Created multimedia assets like videos, animations, simulations, and audio to enhance engagement.
  • Used authoring and video editing tools to produce high-quality eLearning content.
  • Edited and integrated multimedia assets for seamless functionality and user experience.
UI Designer Arab Academy for Science & Technology – (2012- 2014)
  • Designed modern, user-friendly interfaces for the academy portal, ensuring an intuitive user experience.
  • Created wireframes and interactive prototypes to test layouts and functionality.
  • Designed graphics, icons, and visuals aligned with the academy’s brand identity.
  • Determined the layout, typography, and placement of portal elements for readability and aesthetics.
  • Collaborated with developers to translate designs into functional code, providing assets and specifications.
  • Ensured consistency with brand guidelines and values in the portal’s design.
  • Conducted testing to align design with user experience and functional requirements.

Portfolio

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Let's Get in Touch!

Phone:
+971 56 397 1211
Email:
ahmed.abdelsalam.shaaban@gmail.com
Address
Dubai, UAE