Ahmed Espania
About ME:
Ahmed Espania (Espo) is a man of many talents! Born in Egypt, then he spent his formative years in Valencia, soaking up inspiration from the stunning architecture and famous artists of the city. But like all good prodigal sons, he returned to the motherland to combine his love for art and advertising. And thus, Ahmed's journey in the advertising industry began.
Espo's passion for advertising didn't stop at mere interest; he pursued it further by earning a postgraduate Master’s degree in PM from Roehampton University in the United Kingdom. His research focused on The Role of Strategic Leadership in the Development of Competitive Performance for Advertising Agencies, a topic that truly reflects his dedication and expertise in the field.
In addition to his academic achievements, Espo is also an entrepreneur. He co-founded Cagital Dubai in 2017 with a close friend, specializing in experimenting with technology and working closely with partners like Sharjah TV. Furthermore, Espo has a small art gallery in house where he create and sells his own pieces of art, showcasing his creativity and diverse interests.
Throughout his career, Espo has amassed extensive experience in developing remarkable campaigns and brand building for renowned companies such as IKEA, MOBILY, ARAMCO, AlMARAI, SNB, ARAMCO, AMC, 7DAYS, MARAAI, SALAM, PEPSI, and more. His contributions have made a significant impact in the advertising industry, showcasing his talent and commitment to excellence.
Despite not yet winning any awards, Espo is not one to be deterred. He's working towards his dream every day and hopefully, one day, it will happen. So watch out awards, Ahmed's coming for you! With his diverse background and education, Ahmed's creativity and unique perspective is a great asset in the advertising industry and his work is known for its fresh and innovative approach.
Experience:
Saatchi & Saatchi
Associate Creative Director / May 2023 - Present Saudi Arabia
Saatchi & Saatchi
Senior Art Director / 2019 - April 2023 Saudi Arabia
TBWA/Fullstop
Art Director / 2018 - 2019 Saudi Arabia
Ogilvy
Art director / 2017 - 2018 Saudi Arabia