Entertainment and Culture Asset Development Lead

Position:  Entertainment and Culture Asset Development Lead

Sector:  Entertainment and Culture

Job Location: NEOM

Role Purpose:

NEOM’s Entertainment and Cultural sector (E&C) requires an Entertainment & Culture Asset Development Lead to assist in the development of all entertainment & cultural assets including but not limited to museums, theatres, multi-purpose venues, and related facilities. This role requires an individual with an understanding and passion for the cultural sector to support the design and delivery of assets that align with NEOM’s strategic vision.

The role will report to the Director of Culture and will be key to support the development of a world leading, programmatic and technically innovative cultural sector at NEOM.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Assist in managing and refining initial asset briefs for cultural projects.

1. Support the delivery and tracking of the master schedule for sector-related assets, ensuring alignment with NEOM’s Plan of Work.

• • • Collaborate with architects on exterior and interior design elements of cultural assets.

• • • Assist in the procurement process for necessary technical expertise in cultural asset development.

• • • Provide support in preparing detailed specifications and scope-of-work documents for external contractors and consultants.

• • • Offer advisory support across the E&C sector and NEOM for the development of cultural assets.

1. Develop and maintain procedures, policies, and strategies specific to the program and geographic area.

1. Engage in project planning with colleagues to understand stakeholder interests and work effectively in cross-departmental teams.

1. Monitor the master plan to ensure the strategic placement of sector assets.

1. Promote best practices and quality standards in asset development.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Skills

• • • Basic project management skills with an interest in managing large-scale cultural assets.
       
    • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with stakeholders.
       
    • Basic understanding of procurement and contract management.
       
    • Strategic thinking and planning abilities.
       
    • Technical knowledge or a willingness to learn about modern cultural facilities.
       
    • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• • • Innovation and adaptability to integrate emerging trends in culture and entertainment.

• • • Self-driven with a strong sense of detail and quality, ensuring excellence in all deliverables

Experience

• • • Relevant experience in cultural asset development, architecture, or related fields.

• • • Experience in landmark developments, particularly in the cultural and/or entertainment sectors.

• • • Familiarity with end-to-end project delivery processes.

• • • Exposure to working with high-profile architects and design teams.

• • • Experience in engaging with stakeholders, including government bodies, investors, and cultural organizations.

• • • Interest in ensuring cultural assets are innovative and audience-centric.

• • • International exposure in working on culturally diverse projects.

• • • Familiarity with regulatory compliance in cultural asset development.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Degree in architecture, project management, or a related field.