The “Career Surgery” station offers one-on-one sessions with arts and culture specialists invited by Art Jameel for Creative Careers Days. Visit the station for personalised career advice and receive a tailored guide to your journey through the booths, matching you with industry experts and providing opportunities to check out both at Creative Careers Days and beyond! Open to all: First-come-first-serve   

“The Institute for Emerging Art’s Instagram Surgery” offers artists the opportunity to meet with one of the Institute’s team members for a personalised, one-on-one session to review your Instagram profile! Receive expert guidance on how you can maximise your artistic presence. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

9:30-10:30am American University of Sharjah
10:45-11:45am Art Jameel
12:00-1:00pm National Pavilion UAE – La Biennale di Venezia

Experience an opportunity to participate in swift interviews that could lead you to volunteer, intern or work in leading arts organisations based in the UAE. Engage in these rapid-fire conversations with industry experts and gain invaluable practice in showcasing your abilities and skills. These mock interviews are conducted by hiring experts, giving you the chance to practice and build connections within the creative sector. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

9:30-10:30am
Gulf Photo Plus (Photography)  American University of Dubai (Applications)
10:30-11:30am
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (Applications) Dirwaza Curatorial Lab (Art and Design)
11:30-12:30pm
American University of Sharjah (Applications) ICD Brookfield Place (Designers and Creatives)
12:30-1:30pm
1971 Design Space (Art and Design) Fujifilm (Photography)

In these one-to-one mentoring sessions located at Jameel Library, students receive feedback from industry experts from leading arts organisations on developing their portfolios for residencies, university programs and professional opportunities. These experts mentor students to hone their skills and offer invaluable critique and guidance. Be sure to bring along your portfolios! Open to all: First-come-first-serve

9:30am-10:15am
Art Jameel Team: Lucas Morin (Senior Exhibitions Curator), Alex Wachira (Technology  Coordinator), Nabeeha Sajjad (Communications Assistant, Assembly Peer Curator 24/2)

12:30pm-1:15pm
Art Jameel Team: Murad El Zagal (Senior Manager, Strategy and Audiences), Naseef Ismail (Logistics and Administration Coordinator), Giacomo Pietro Lamborizio (Exhibitions Manager)

Join our behind-the-scenes walking panel tour of the museum, led by the Art Jameel team. Learn how an exhibition comes together from various perspectives and discover the roles of various contributors involved in exhibition production, from artists and curators to designers including graphics and scenography to AV and tech. This session covers the development of a show from inception to fruition, with insights into design and production. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

Experience Jameel Arts Centre through our comprehensive tours, designed for students and teachers. Explore the latest exhibitions and gain insights into contemporary art and artists’ diverse methods of addressing various issues, themes, and mediums. Enjoy a guided tour of the Creative Careers Days booths, where you can learn about multiple creative spaces and university programmes. Join us during the event to deepen your understanding of the centre and its offerings. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

Join our behind-the-scenes tour of the museum with a twist! This session features Rhoda Azizoghly, Registrar, taking participants backstage to view Art Jameel’s private collection room, focussing on the conservation of artworks. Learn about the specific roles of the institution and in these custom-made tours led by various members of the Art Jameel team. Limited Capacity: First-come-first-serve

This all-day interactive drop-in station is designed to introduce students to design thinking through a hands-on challenge and collaborative exercise. Participants directly explore the concept of “Form = Function = Form = Function” by reimagining a familiar object from their morning routine. This exercise fosters critical thinking, empowering students to question and redefine the design and function of everyday items. Students learn to articulate and express their ideas, gaining a deeper understanding of how design influences our everyday lives. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

Join us for an immersive filmmaking workshop, where you will dive into digital filmmaking guided by two experienced filmmakers and professors at the American University of Sharjah. You will experience each phase of film production—pre-production, light set-up, sound recording, cinematography, and post-production—by recreating a scene from a famous film. You will learn the essentials of planning, shooting, and editing a film so you are ready to transform your creative concepts into compelling visual narratives. Perfect for aspiring filmmakers and creative enthusiasts alike, this fun-filled workshop offers a practical introduction to the art and craft of filmmaking. Limited Capacity: First-come-first-serve

This workshop is designed for students interested in fashion design and styling. Covering the essentials of building a  concept and emphasising visual storytelling through portfolios. Participants learn to use tools and design principles to create compelling and cohesive visual narratives. The session focuses on selecting imagery, layout techniques, and how to effectively present your fashion ideas to communicate your unique vision and style. Limited Capacity: First-come-first-serve

10:00-10:30am
Malak Abu Qaoud (Director, Arts & Events, ICD Brookfield Properties)

10:30-11:00am 
Basil Al Taher (Product Designer)

11:00-11:30am
Kanaka Raghavan (Senior Lecturer, Graphic Design, Middlesex University)

11:30-12:00pm
Jandri Angelo Aguilor (Marketing Specialist-EI, Fujifilm)

12:00-12:30pm
Dina Faour (Professor of Advertising, American University of Dubai)

12:30-1:00pm
Bill Bragin (Executive Artistic Director, The Arts Centre at NYU Abu Dhabi)

Join us for an insightful series of roundtable talks with leading art creatives in the UAE. These professionals share their personal journeys, from high school to their current roles, and highlight key moments that shaped their successful careers in the arts. Engage in open discussions to explore the diverse range of skills and roles that drive the creative industries. This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge, ask questions, and learn how you can contribute to the flourishing arts ecosystem. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

Be sure not to miss this rare opportunity to participate in a workshop led by Abdul Latif Jameel (ALJ), focussed on financial literacy for creatives. This essential session provides valuable insights for artists, creatives and the art community, covering crucial topics such as accounting, financial planning, cash flow protection, and taxation. Participants develop critical skills in numerical literacy, empowering them to manage their creative practices as sustainable businesses. Throughout the workshop, experienced financial planning team and CFOs from ALJ provide artists on key areas to focus on during their journeys, ensuring they gain the financial knowledge necessary for success in the art world. Limited Capacity: Register here

Join an insightful session with Möbius Design Studio, the team behind Creative Careers Days design. This talk will guide you through the journey of creating the event’s visual identity, from initial concepts to the final design. You’ll discover how the team developed a look that ties together everything you see—from the event space to the digital, promotional materials and animations. This talk is perfect for students interested in design, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how ideas evolve into visuals that define an entire event. Don’t miss this chance to learn from professionals and see how design shapes the experience of Creative Careers Days. Open to all: First-come-first-serve

Sharjah Museums arrive at Jameel Arts Centre via a dedicated touring bus and parked outdoors adjacent to Art Jameel Shop. Join the “Museums Express” bus for an engaging and insightful journey through time and heritage. Explore specially curated exhibition featuring replica objects from Sharjah’s museums. Discover ancient astronomy, delve into history with a model compass, and appreciate a 7,000-year-old pearl necklace as well as artworks by artists Jamil Hammoudi and Dr. Najat Makki that provokes creative thinking and discover history. Open to all

Join us to support and celebrate the future voices of creativity as they share their diverse array of talent. The open mic features both young students taking their first steps into the arts and seasoned performers sharing their craft. Come and share your passion for poetry and music with us! You are welcome to sign up to perform at any point during the event. Open to all: First-come-first-serve