RUBA QEWAR

October 2024 – June 2026

Senior 3D Multimedia Developer & Technical Artist
Alutiiq

Anchorage, Alaska, USA (Remote)

• Design, develop, and maintain interactive multimedia learning content supporting federally sponsored education and workforce training programs.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, software developers, subject matter experts, and quality assurance teams to create engaging digital learning experiences.
• Develop instructional graphics, multimedia assets, animations, and interactive content aligned with project learning objectives and instructional standards.
• Design intuitive user interface components for online learning platforms using Figma to enhance learner engagement and accessibility.
• Produce multilingual educational content by auditing English-to-Arabic translations and implementing right-to-left (RTL) functionality.
• Ensure compliance with Section 508 accessibility requirements for government-funded digital learning solutions.
• Manage multimedia assets, project documentation, version control, and copyright compliance throughout the content development lifecycle.
• Apply Agile development methodologies to deliver high-quality instructional products within project schedules.

June 2021 – Present

Founder & Chief Executive Officer
American Islamic Diversity

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, USA (Hybrid)

• Founded and lead a nonprofit organization providing educational programs, cultural competency training, and workforce development initiatives for refugees, immigrants, and underserved communities.
• Design and deliver educational workshops covering civic engagement, leadership development, cross-cultural communication, employment readiness, and community integration.
• Develop curriculum, instructional materials, presentations, and multimedia learning resources for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate volunteer training programs and mentor community leaders in program delivery and outreach.
• Establish partnerships with schools, nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, and government agencies to expand educational opportunities.
• Deliver public presentations, professional development workshops, and diversity training for educators, nonprofit organizations, and community partners.

January 2015 – December 2018

Digital Art Teacher

Irving, TX, USA (Onsight)

• Designed and taught curriculum in digital art, multimedia, computer graphics, and visual communication for K–12 students.
• Developed lesson plans, classroom projects, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with educational standards.
• Introduced students to Adobe Creative Suite, digital illustration, animation, photography, and multimedia production.
• Fostered project-based learning that encouraged creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Organized student exhibitions showcasing digital artwork and multimedia projects.

October 2012 – April 2014

Researcher | Lecturer | Multimedia Producer
Bridges Foundation

Cairo, Egypt (Onsight)

• Conducted interdisciplinary research in religion, culture, and social development.
• Authored The Map, an award-winning research project recognized in a national academic competition.
• Designed and delivered lectures, workshops, and educational seminars for diverse audiences.
• Produced educational videos, multimedia presentations, and learning resources supporting conferences and public education initiatives.
• Collaborated with educators, researchers, and organizational leaders to develop innovative educational programs.

Expected 2028

Masters of Fine Arts: Game Development
University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, Texas, USA

Bachelor's degree: Arts & Technology; Gaming Concentration
University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, Texas, USA

Bachelor's degree: Religious Education, Islamic Studies Track
Cloverdale University; Division of the Graduate Theological Foundation

Indianapolis, IN, USA

Associate degree: Multimedia Technology – Multimedia Graphic and Web Design
Richland College of The Dallas County Community College District

Dallas-TX, USA

Diploma Degree: Office Management and Executive Secretarial Program
Y. W. C. A. (Young Women's Christian Association/Amman) Vocational Training Center

Amman-Jordan