Description
Qiddiya is a pioneering development located just outside Riyadh, designed to become Saudi Arabia’s leading destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. As part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiative, the project aims to diversify the economy and enhance quality of life through large-scale, sustainable infrastructure and unique visitor experiences. Spanning over 360 square kilometers, Qiddiya will feature everything from a Formula 1-grade motor racing circuit and major sports venues to theme parks, performance spaces, and nature-based attractions. The scale and complexity of the project offer professionals a rare opportunity to contribute to one of the largest and most ambitious urban developments in the world. We are building more than a leisure destination — we are creating a new economic sector and community from the ground up. With construction underway and key milestones approaching, we’re hiring talent across multiple disciplines to help bring this vision to life. If you’re looking to work on projects that combine innovation, scale, and long-term national impact, Qiddiya presents a unique career opportunity.
Role purpose
Lead the development and delivery of interactive maker space programs focused on crafts, creativity, and hands-on cultural experiences.
Key responsibilities
Program design & experience development
Design hands-on, interactive maker space programs aligned with cultural themes
Develop workshops, demonstrations, and creative experiences for different audiences
Ensure diversity and accessibility of creative offerings
Artisan & facilitator management
Identify and onboard artisans, creators, and facilitators
Manage schedules, participation, and delivery of workshops
Ensure quality and consistency across all sessions
Operational readiness & setup
Ensure readiness of maker spaces, including tools, materials, and safety measures
Coordinate with Operations and FM for setup and maintenance of spaces
Manage resource planning and replenishment
Program delivery & visitor engagement
Oversee delivery of workshops and interactive sessions
Ensure high levels of participation and engagement
Maintain safety and quality during all activities
Performance monitoring
Track participation rates and engagement levels
Adjust workshop offerings based on demand and feedback
Key success metrics
Participation in workshops
Engagement levels
Quality of experience
Deliver asset operating budget
Required skills & competencies
Experience in creative programming or workshops
Understanding of crafts, making, or cultural production
Facilitation and coordination skills
Requirements
5–8+ years of experience, with a strong background in creative programming, workshop delivery, or hands-on cultural and educational experiences
Proven experience designing and delivering interactive, hands-on programs, workshops, or maker space activities
Strong understanding of creative disciplines, such as crafts, design, traditional making, or cultural production
Ability to develop engaging, accessible experiences for diverse audience groups (families, youth, adults)
Experience working with:
o Artisans and craftspeople
o Creative practitioners and facilitators
Ability to identify, onboard, and manage workshop facilitators and contributors
Experience coordinating multiple facilitators delivering parallel sessions
Proven ability to deliver interactive experiences in public-facing environments
Experience managing high visitor engagement environments with continuous participation
Strong facilitation and communication skills to engage audiences directly
Experience managing environments involving:
o Tools, materials, and equipment
o Hands-on participation by visitors
Strong awareness of health, safety, and risk management in workshop environments
Ability to ensure safe, controlled, and well-supervised delivery of activities
Experience managing physical creative spaces or studios, including setup, layout, and flow
Ability to plan and manage materials, inventory, and resource usage
Experience coordinating space utilization for multiple simultaneous activities
Experience in:
o Maker spaces, innovation labs, or creative hubs
o Museums, cultural institutions, or interactive exhibitions
o Festivals or public engagement programs
Exposure to traditional crafts or cultural making practices is highly preferred