Majid Al FuttaimGeneral Manager & Director - Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre (DUCTAC)
Jan. 2016 - Jun. 2016Mall of the Emirates, Dubai- Oversaw the daily operations and forward planning of Dubai’s largest performing and visual arts centre including the 550-seat Centrepoint Theatre, the 160-seat Kilachand Studio, the Gallery of Light art gallery, three rehearsal studios, two art forums, 12 arts and craft workshop rooms and numerous office spaces.
- Implemented the artistic, cultural and educational vision of DUCTAC.
- Ensured a work environment that was collaborative, cooperative and respectful for all staff and contractors, facilitated timely decision-making, and fostered a creative productive and equitable work ethos.
- The role was highly self-directed requiring a wide range of skills, adaptability, sensitivity and initiative. It also required flexibility and unconventional working hours surrounding shows and events. - Oversaw the creation, review and implementation of DUCTAC business procedures.
- Informed and updated on a monthly basis the Board of Directors
- Undertook annual budgeting, fundraising, marketing, community and funder relations, long-term planning, sponsorships, and event-co-ordination.
- Delegated responsibilities and executed administrative responsibilities.
- Travelled to different locations both nationally and internationally to forge new collaborative relations and enhance DUCTAC’s professional profile and image.
- Provided leadership and vision to the organization by assisting the Board and staff with the development of short and long term plans.
- Recruited company and project staff.
- Supervised employee development, relations and training.
- Assisted in the development of forms and tools to increase company efficiency