Summary
LINKVIVA is hiring a freelance Curation Manager in Dubai to shape themes, content, and narratives across its projects. The role includes curating talent and cultural programming, researching trends, and working with creative, programming, and production teams to deliver concepts in line with client goals and audience expectations. Applicants should have experience in curation, content development, or creative roles, with strong research, storytelling, and concept development skills. English fluency is required; candidates should be based in the UAE or open to relocation, and Arabic is an advantage.
The posting
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*THIS IS A FREELANCE ROLE*
About Us
Founded in 2003, we’ve built a legacy of unforgettable experiences across the Middle East. From flagship public events to large-scale activations, our work blends logistical excellence with creative ambition to shape moments that matter.
We are LINKVIVA — creators of experiences that live beyond the day.
Our Energy (Values) – The 5Ps
👫 People – We rise by lifting others
🌈 Positivity – We see the light, even in chaos
🎯 Perfection – Not flawless. But fearless in chasing better
🧭 Pioneering – We break molds, not rules
❤️ Passion – We lead with fire in the belly
Why You Should Join Us
🎨 Shape the Narrative: Lead the creative direction behind content, themes, and cultural storytelling
🌍 Cultural Impact: Deliver experiences that resonate with diverse audiences and regional context
🤝 Collaborative Environment: Work closely with creative, programming, and production teams
🚀 Creative Ownership: Drive concepts from idea through to real-world execution
About the Role
As Curation Manager, you will be responsible for shaping the content, themes, and overall narrative across LINKVIVA’s projects.
This is a creative and strategic role where you will define concepts, curate talent and experiences, and ensure all content aligns with both the client vision and audience expectations.
You will play a key role in creating cohesive, culturally relevant experiences that connect with audiences and elevate the overall impact of each project.
What You’ll Do
- Define themes, concepts, and content direction across projects
- Curate talent, experiences, and cultural programming elements
- Ensure all content is culturally relevant and audience-focused
- Align creative output with client vision and project objectives
- Collaborate across creative, programming, and production teams
- Conduct research on trends, culture, and emerging experiences
- Contribute to the development of storytelling frameworks and narratives
- Support delivery to ensure concepts are executed as intended
About You
✔ Strong creative and cultural perspective with a passion for storytelling
✔ Experience in events, exhibitions, or content curation environments
✔ Excellent storytelling and conceptual thinking skills
✔ Highly collaborative, able to work across multiple teams
✔ Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and audience engagement
✔ Proactive and adaptable in fast-paced environments
What You Need to Apply
✅ Proven experience in curation, content development, or creative roles
✅ Strong research, ideation, and concept development skills
✅ Understanding of audience engagement and cultural relevance
✅ Fluent in English (spoken and written)
✅ Based in the UAE or open to relocation
Your Application Will Stand Out If You
⭐ Experience working on large-scale events, exhibitions, or cultural projects
⭐ Strong network of creatives, artists, or cultural partners
⭐ Deep understanding of regional culture and global trends
⭐ Arabic language skills