Bio

I'm a designer and communications strategist based in Qatar, working at the intersection of brand, systems, and user experience. My background spans advertising agencies, institutional communications, and independent projects, with work that includes campaign visuals, brand identity, digital platforms, and multimedia content.

Currently, I work in communications at Northwestern University in Qatar, where I handle visual branding, vendor coordination, design systems, and cross-team strategy. Before this, I spent time at Ogilvy, Grey, and Alfardan, contributing to campaigns for brands like QNB, Qatar Tourism, BMW, and others. During the 2022 World Cup, I worked as lead photographer for the Corniche fan zone, producing content for the Hayya app and Supreme Committee platforms.

My practice sits somewhere between graphic design, UI/UX, and brand strategy. I'm drawn to work that requires both creative thinking and structural rigor: building design systems, mapping workflows, translating complex ideas into something clear and functional. I'm also a self-taught UI/UX designer, with projects ranging from internal tools at Northwestern Qatar to multiple early-stage app development.

Outside of client work, I make films, think about music, spend too much time fixing things that could work better, and take solo trips where I can. I'm drawn to places where I can eat like the locals, explore underground scenes, and just absorb how people live.

I believe good design should be invisible. It's only when it's done poorly that we notice it. If you're working on something interesting or just want to talk design, systems, or film, let's grab coffee.

Resume

Safin Hasan

Communication Specialist
Multimedia, Product & UI/UX Designer

Download Resume PDF →
Education

Northwestern University '23

Bachelor of Science in Communication

Major: Media Industries & Technology

Focus: Integrated Marketing Communication

UREP Grant Recipient (from Qatar National Research Fund) — Presented at MSS, Chicago

Professional Experience

Northwestern University in Qatar

Communications Coordinator

Sept 2023 – Present

Full-time | Doha, Qatar

  • Led key communication projects across campus, including revamping signage systems, internal entity branding, and designing internal and external visuals to support university messaging.
  • Developed a stakeholder-tiered corporate gifting strategy with bespoke products to strengthen institutional relationships.
  • Managed the university-wide digital asset archival system (MDAM), streamlining media access for stakeholders, overseeing assistants, and clearing backlog through improved workflows.
  • Produced multimedia assets including headshots, 360 imagery, and specialized coverage for website and campaign platforms.
  • Managed the updates of university website and internal platforms, coordinating directly with departments and troubleshooting.
  • Captured and directed short-form and campaign video content for internal comms and digital signage.

Alfardan Group

Graphic Designer (Creative)

Jan – Apr 2023

Internship | Doha, Qatar

  • Developed graphics and motion content for Fiat and Alfa Romeo across social media, internal screens, and dealership displays.
  • Contributed to social media planning and campaign conceptualization.
  • Designed packaging and branded materials for Alfardan subsidiaries.

GL Events (FIFA World Cup 2022)

Photographer + Content Designer

Nov – Dec 2022

Contract | Doha, Qatar

  • Served as lead photographer for the 6km Corniche fan zone during the FIFA World Cup.
  • Delivered timely, news-ready images for the Hayya app, Supreme Committee platforms, and @Roadto2022 social media.
  • Designed templates and established a visual system for over 50 daily wayfinding and announcement graphics.

Ogilvy

Graphic Designer (Creative)

Jun – Aug 2022

Internship | Doha, Qatar

  • Designed social and PR graphics for clients: Qatar Tourism, QRDI, and Tarsheed.
  • Supported seven campaign pitches as a visualizer for brands like QNB.
  • Animated graphics for TV, adapted designs for web and outdoor media.

Grey Advertising

Visualizer (Creative)

May – Jul 2019

Internship | Doha, Qatar

  • Designed branding and web UI for a petition platform.
  • Collaborated with art directors on branding, packaging, and campaign materials for UCB, Runner, Bashundhara, ACI, and Extreme.