Maya AlAthel
Curatorial Expert | Cultural Innovator
4 yrs experience · <10 hrs/week
About
With a robust educational background and extensive experience in the arts and cultural sectors, this professional has cultivated a dynamic career. Holding a Master of Arts in Creative & Collaborative Enterprise from UCL and another in Innovation Management from Central Saint Martins, University of The Arts London, they also possess a Bachelor of Business Administration from Suffolk University. Currently serving as a Curatorial Advisor at Pico Group, they provide expert guidance on curatorial practices. Previously, they were the Curator and Artistic Director for Noor Riyadh at RiyadhArt, where they shaped the artistic vision and managed exhibitions. Their role as Cultural Diplomacy Lead at the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington D.C. involved fostering cultural exchange between nations. Additionally, they enhanced visitor experiences as the Journey Lab Lead at the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage. Their career reflects a commitment to innovation and cultural engagement.
Experience
- Curatorial Advisor · Pico Group01-01-2024
As a Curatorial Advisor, likely responsible for providing expert guidance on curatorial practices and exhibition planning.
- Curator and Artistic Director - Noor Riyadh · RiyadhArt08-01-2021 – 01-01-2024
As a Curator and Artistic Director, responsible for overseeing the artistic vision and curatorial direction of Noor Riyadh, organizing exhibitions and managing artistic projects.
- Cultural Diplomacy Lead · Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia at Washington D.C11-01-2019 – 11-01-2020
As a Cultural Diplomacy Lead, likely responsible for promoting cultural exchange and understanding between Saudi Arabia and the United States.
- Journey Lab Lead - Visitor Experience Unit · Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage (SCTH)03-01-2019 – 12-01-2019
As a Journey Lab Lead, responsible for enhancing visitor experiences and developing innovative tourism strategies.
Education
- UCLMaster of Arts - MA, Creative & Collaborative Enterprise
- Central Saint Martins, University of The Arts LondonMaster of Arts - MA, Innovation Management
- Suffolk University - Sawyer Business SchoolBachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Management
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