Sanad Osama Karkar, MSc.
Nationality: Saudi Citizen / 11/15/1987
sanadkarkar@gmail.com / +971-508736308
Experience:
Client Manager at Hot Cold Studio - September 2012 - Present
Hot Cold Studio is one of the top professional studios in Dubai. We currently have three fully operational
studios ready for all types of shoots from fashion photography to product photography. We are fully
equipped with the industry's top gear. One of our latest achievements is designing the first natural light
studio in Dubai, and soon to be lunching our aerial shoot fleet of quadcopters.
As a Client Manager I regulate the relations and accounts of our Clients. I am also working on expanding
the clientele of the studio and promoting it through various social media platforms.
Banking Search Consultant at Huxley Associates - April 2012 - September 2012 (6 months)
Huxley Associates is an international recruitment agency specializing in the placement of senior
professionals in a diverse range of sectors. We are part of a FTSE 250 group listed on the London Stock
Exchange with a net worth of one billion dollars. We currently have over 2200 staff and over 60 offices
in London, Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Frankfurt, Mumbai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney, San
Francisco, Dubai, Doha and New York.
As a Search Consultant (GCC Specialist) I specialize in placing senior executives in the Corporate Banking
and Financial services market of Saudi Arabia and the UAE. My duties include business development,
contract negotiation, Market Research, Sales, and relationship management.
3 recommendations available upon request
Founder & Regional Consultant at Light Bulb Solutions - January 2012 - Present
Light Bulb Solutions is a top quality provider of research and consultancy targeting Individuals, small and
medium size business. Regional Consultant Duties include but not limited to;
* Growing the clientele market of the company in the GCC Region
* Tailoring research and analysis reports in accordance with client's objectives
* Ensure assignments completion on deadlines
* Finding innovative solutions for start-up business (outsourcing, cost reduction...etc)
Political Researcher and Analyst at Independent Researcher - January 2011 - January 2012 (1 year 1
month)
On the path of publishing an academic research. This research investigates the Clash of Civilization
theory and its application in the Persian Gulf. The original theory of the Clash of Civilization is based on a
macro-level analysis of world events. This method has the tendency of turning complexity into abstract.
Instead this research aims to apply the Clash of Civilizations on a micro level analysis of one particular
region. The choice was to narrowly direct this study to the Persian Gulf. The overall findings of this
research indicate that the struggle of power creates conflict in the Persian Gulf, and the Clash of
Civilizations is largely a political tool used by Gulf States to sway public opinion and rally public support.
This thesis is intended to shed a light on the complex dynamics of the region and the Islamic Civilization.
Student Ambassador at Bond University - January 2011 - December 2011 (1 year)
* Organized events with Bond University and the Government of Queensland to promote the
educational programs at Bond University.
* Phone banked perspective students for the MENA region.
* Helped organize student social events and career events.
* Helped organize orientation week for fresh University comers.
Prospect Researcher (Volunteer) at World Assembly of Muslim Youth - May 2010 - September 2010 (5
months)
During my master’s application process, I have taken the time to volunteer for our local charity
organization the World Assembly of Muslim Youth. Given my background with research and promotions,
I was given an assignment to complete a research and draft a plan, in order to optimize their website to
start accepting online donations for the various causes.
General Manager at Asma U.S. Cali Inc - May 2009 - April 2010 (1 year)
Assumed accountability for areas relating to Accounting, bookkeeping, marketing, logistics, and product
Distribution.
* In a period of one year I have brought in over $60k USD worth of business.
* I have successfully acquired the account of Health Rockers inc. and became their main distributor to
the MENA region.
* I have successfully negotiated terms with Renuka Infocom Accounting Firm in India to enter a joint
venture agreement where I represented their company in the United States and generated income by
referrals and got my accounts checked off charge.
Professional Services Provider (internship) at Make A Wish Foundation - December 2008 - March 2009
(4 months)
Updated website, designed award templates for donors, designed posters, performed filing duties, and
organized/reorganized archives
Assistant Field Organizer (Internship) at Nevada Senate Democrats - August 2008 - December 2008 (5
months)
Facilitated Phone Banking, Organizing volunteers. Script writing, fund raising, organizing events, and
volunteer poll distribution. Promoted Senator Alison Copening of district six, through various social
media platforms.
Organizations:
Alpha Tau Omega
Social Chair, Public Relations, New Member Educator
September 2007 to August 2009
•Public Relations: I updated our website, kept stronger communication with the university's news paper,
maintained communication and updates with the Alpha Tau Omega headquarter. Advertised our latest
philanthropy and intramural events.
•Social Chair: I helped promote the fraternity's events through social media, flyers, and word of mouth
on campus. I also helped organize and host all of the fraternity events and ceremonies.
•New Member Educator: I helped in conducting seminars for the new members of the organization to
better understand our fraternity's history, mission and purpose. Also helped organize the new members
to volunteer in our charity events and philanthropies.
Green Peace (Australia)
Greenpeace Activist
January 2011 to December 2011
I have worked on several campaigns, Including the ANZ Dirtiest Bank, FDA Scourge of the Sea. I worked
in spreading awareness in my community (Robina, Gold Coast) I promoted the campaigns in Bond
University campus and out in the markets and the streets of Robina.
Amnesty International (Australia)
Online/Social Media Activist
January 2011 to Present
I have used several social media platforms to gain awareness and to sign online petitions and I continue
to do so. I have also held a 45 min seminar at Bond University discussing the recent human rights
violations in Syria and Libya. The purpose of the seminar was to spread awareness of the gross crimes
that are being committed in that region and find realistic solutions to end these crimes against
humanity.
Publications:
 Would you give Facebook details for a job in UAE? - Emirates 24/7 April 9, 2012- Authors: Sanad
O.Karkar, MSc., Shuchita Kapur.
 American Road Trip Through Arab Eyes - New York Times January 31, 2007 - Authors: Sanad
O.Karkar, MSc., JACQUES STEINBERG
 How to work out your gratuity - The National July 18, 2012 - Authors: Sanad O.Karkar, MSc.,
Ramona Ruiz
Education:
 Bond University - Master of Science (MSc), International Relations Laws, 2011 – 2011 - Grade:
3.54/4.0
 University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (Foreign Policy), 2007 – 2009
Grade: 3.22/4.0
 American University in Dubai - Bachelor of Arts, Visual Communication (Advertising), 2005 –
2007
*Recommendations available upon request*