Manar Samman

With a strong foundation in web design and interactive media from Humber College, I have developed a versatile skill set in digital content creation and multimedia production. My career began as a Video Producer at Event Services Group Itzsoweezee, where I honed my skills in producing and directing promotional videos. At IGNITE, I led teams to create engaging video content, boosting social engagement by 30%. As a Content Creator/Digital Designer at Foldable Fake Wayfarer Media, I expanded my expertise in web and social media content. Currently, as a Media Production Specialist at OBSI, I plan and produce multimedia content, driving audience engagement and maintaining brand integrity. My experience is complemented by a certificate in Accessible Design in Digital Media, ensuring my work is inclusive and accessible. I am passionate about leveraging digital media to tell compelling stories and enhance user experiences.

Projects

Sci-Fi Sunday: Animated book club

Series of animated book covers from the 60'5,70's, and 80's. Created using After Effects, Illustration and Photoshop.

Work History

Media Production Specialist

OBSI - Ombudsman for Banking Services and InvestmentsPlanned, storyboarded, filmed, and edited product and support videos using Adobe CC Suite. Created and developed multimedia content to communicate consumer/product stories across brand channels. Managed preparations for video shoots and was responsible for audience retention, driving traffic, and engaging consumers through social and video platforms. Created motion graphics and implemented special visual effects. Drove video projects throughout the pre-production and post-production process while maintaining brand integrity. Created instructional videos for consumers and maintained the video library. Collaborated with creative and marketing peers to conceptualize new ideas.

Content Creator/Digital Designer

Foldable Fake Wayfarer MediaDeveloped, designed, and edited websites, blogs, videos, infographics, presentation decks, images, and social media content. Assisted with planning, supporting, and editing photography and videography. Created blog content and updated websites using content management systems. Kept up to date with current trends, technologies, and applications to inform new and creative content ideas.

Videographer/Editor

IGNITEAug 2018 - Apr 2019 • 9 mosProduced a wide variety of video content relating to all IGNITE services, events, and initiatives. Created a shared database of video graphics and branding assets. Conducted research of activities and events at IGNITE and presented video ideas to stakeholders. Led photography/videography teams during IGNITE events. Increased viewership and social engagement by 30% with video content.

Video Producer

Event Services Group ItzsoweezeeMay 2010 - Feb 2019 • 8 yrs 10 mosProduced, directed, and edited artist interviews and promotional videos for web and social media channels. Sourced and hired local artists and personnel for promotion. Created and organized contests, giveaways, and public events, increasing monthly event attendance by 25%.

Jr. QA

TVOJun 2018 - Nov 2018 • 6 mosEnsured functionality and usability of 80+ ILC courses for TVO's Course Conversion project. Tested course ILOs, reported and logged defects, and provided testing status updates. Verified learning modules were AODA compliant. Participated in course creation workshops and cross-functional team meetings. Successfully converted over 100 e-learning courses.

Education

Humber College

Web Design and Interactive Media, Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design2016 - 2019

Humber College

Certificate, Accessible Design in Digital Media2018

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