Dr. Ayaz Muhammad Hanif

ayaz.hanif@fecid.paf-iast.edu.pk

Dr. Ayaz Muhammad Hanif

Assistant Professor

Biography

Dr. Ayaz Muhammad Hanif holds a Ph.D. in Design from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor of the Department of Design, Media & Digital Technology (SDAAT) at PAF-IAST, Haripur. His role encompasses leading academic initiatives, mentoring students, and fostering innovation in digital design and media technology.

Before joining PAF-IAST, Dr. Ayaz contributed to the University of Sialkot as an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Computing & IT and served as Director of the Business Incubation Center (BIC). His leadership there was instrumental in promoting entrepreneurial ventures and bridging the gap between academia and industry. He is also an HEC-approved supervisor, guiding research projects and supporting student development.

Dr. Ayaz’s diverse experience spans multiple countries, including Ireland, Denmark, the UAE, and the USA, where he worked as a Creative Director and Designer. His blend of academic excellence and hands-on industry expertise allows him to deliver a unique perspective in design education. He continues to be a driving force in the fields of graphic design, digital media, and creative entrepreneurship.

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor, School of Design Art And Architecture Technologies SDAAT, PAFIAST, March 2021 – Till Date
  • Assistant Professor, Department of computer science, University of Sialkot, Sept 2020 – March 2021
  • Director – Business Incubation Center, University of Sialkot, Oct 2020 – March 2021

Education

  • Ph.D in Design , Shanghai Jiao Tong University – Shanghai – CHINA (2016 – 2020)
  • MS in Project Management, COMSATS University Islamabad – Virtual Campus – Abbottabad – PAKISTAN (2013 – 2015)
  • BS in Telecommunication & Networking, COMSATS University Islamabad – Abbottabad Campus – PAKISTAN (2007 – 2011)

Publications

Products

  • Designer Resume cum Cover Letter, Recommendation Letter, Envelope & Folder. ENVATO Market (Australia) - 2014
  • A5 Catalogue (Multipurpose), ENVATO Market (Australia) - 2014

Projects

2023 - 2024

  • E-Commerce Web Design (PKR 0.5M) Pakistan 
  • App Design, Social Media Campaign Design (PKR 0.350M) Pakistan 
  • Point-of-Sale (PKR 0.8M) Pakistan 
  • E-Commerce Web Design (PKR 0.25M) Pakistan 
  • App Design (PKR 0.25M) United Arab Emirates 
  • Web & App Design (PKR 0.3M) Pakistan 
  • Fashion Design Project (PKR 10M – in process) UNHCR

2021 - 2022

  • Sportswear Designs Australia
  • Pets Wear Design Australia
  • Hoodies Design Australia
  • T-Shirt Design Australia
  • Hoodie & T-Shirt Design Australia
  • Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Aero Project Ireland
  • A5 Multipurpose Catalogue Ireland
  • Branding Ireland
  • Design a Glass Bottle with Label Ireland
  • HCG Game Design & Development Pakistan 

2015 - 2016

  • Graphic Designer Hong Kong
  • Banners Design Denmark
  • Posters Design United Kingdom
  • Brochure and Product Design Germany
  • WordPress Functionalities and Design United States
  • Branding United States
  • Book Graphic Illustrations United Kingdom
  • Web Design United States
  • App and Logo Design Australia

2013 - 2014

  • Web Development United States
  • Setting Up an Affiliate Plan United Kingdom
  • Simple Twitter App United States
  • Application Installed on New Site United States
  • Graphic Word United States
  • App Design United Kingdom
  • Design Work United States
  • Graphic for Website United Kingdom
  • SaaS Project United States
  • WordPress Template Design United States
  • Flyer & Brochure Design United States
  • Floor Plan and Façade Design United States
  • PSD to HTML United States 

Awards and Honor

  • 3rd Position in “The 3rd Scientific Design International Forum” at Shanghai University of Engineering Science - China
  • 3rd Position in “The 4th Scientific Design International Forum” at Shanghai University of Engineering Science – China

Certifications

  • Training of Teachers Program – Mindstorm Studios – PAKISTAN 2022
  • Agent-based Generative Art – Coursera 2023
  • Concept Art for Video Game – Coursera 2023
  • Extended Reality – Coursera 2023
  • Graphic Design in Adobe illustrator – Coursera 2023
  • Motion Graphics using Adobe illustrator – Coursera 2023
  • Training Course on Applications of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality (Virtual Session) –
  • KOREA 2024

Research Interests

HCI100%
UX/UI97%
Game Design/Development94%
VR/AR Design90%