RUBA QEWAR

June 2021 – Present

Founder & Chief Executive Officer
American Islamic Diversity

Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, USA (Hybrid)

• Founded and lead a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving refugees, immigrants, and underserved communities throughout North Texas.
• Provide executive leadership for organizational strategy, program development, operations, and long-term planning.
• Develop and manage community programs focused on refugee resettlement, workforce development, education, cultural integration, and emergency assistance.
• Build strategic partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, faith-based organizations, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
• Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance while fostering a collaborative organizational culture.
• Coordinate food distribution programs, fundraising initiatives, donation campaigns, and community outreach events serving hundreds of families each month.
• Manage organizational communications, public relations, digital outreach, grant support activities, and community engagement.
• Represent the organization through public speaking engagements, workshops, conferences, and community meetings.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, reporting requirements, and nonprofit operational standards.

October 2024 – June 2026

Senior Multimedia Developer & Technical Artist
Alutiiq

Anchorage, Alaska, USA (Remote)

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting federally sponsored education and workforce development programs.
• Coordinate project activities with instructional designers, software developers, quality assurance specialists, and subject matter experts.
• Manage project documentation, multimedia assets, and version control while maintaining compliance with federal standards.
• Support multilingual program development by coordinating English-to-Arabic localization and accessibility implementation.
• Apply Agile project management methodologies to deliver project milestones within established timelines.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance collaboration, workflow efficiency, and project quality.

May 2015 – March 2018

Owner | Web Designer | Multimedia Producer | Videographer
4K Media Productions

Richardson, TX, USA (Hybrid)

• Founded and managed a multimedia production company providing creative services to businesses, nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions.
• Oversaw daily business operations, financial planning, project management, and client relations.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously from initial consultation through final delivery.
• Developed marketing strategies, business proposals, pricing structures, and service agreements.
• Supervised vendors, contractors, and project schedules while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Built long-term client relationships resulting in repeat business and referrals.

August 2014 – December 2016

Marketing Manager
Top Nutch

Dallas, TX, USA (Remote)

• Developed and implemented marketing and community outreach strategies supporting nonprofit initiatives.
• Coordinated communications among organizational leadership, volunteers, donors, and community partners.
• Managed organizational reporting, promotional campaigns, and public communications.
• Supported fundraising initiatives through marketing materials, presentations, and digital communications.
• Assisted leadership with strategic planning and organizational development.

October 2012 – April 2014

Researcher | Lecturer | Multimedia Producer
Bridges Foundation

Cairo, Egypt (Onsight)

• Conducted interdisciplinary research supporting organizational education and community development initiatives.
• Delivered lectures, workshops, and public presentations for diverse audiences.
• Collaborated with educators, researchers, and nonprofit leaders on program development.
• Produced educational resources supporting conferences and organizational initiatives.
• Authored an award-winning research project recognized in a national academic competition.

June 2002 – June 2006, October 2011 – August 2015

Customer Service Manager

Dallas, TX, USA (Onsight)

• Supervised front-end retail operations within one of the nation's largest retail organizations.
• Led customer service teams while maintaining operational efficiency and high customer satisfaction.
• Trained, coached, and evaluated associates on customer service standards, company policies, and conflict resolution.
• Managed cash office operations, financial reconciliation, and point-of-sale systems.
• Assisted management in workforce scheduling, performance management, and daily operational planning.
• Recognized for leadership, problem-solving, and employee development.

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

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

Amman-Jordan