Ready to become part of the community and help shape Jeddah’s cultural future?

We are opening our doors for a rare opportunity at Hayy Jameel, Jeddah’s home for the arts! A newly available space in our multidisciplinary creative hub is ready to welcome its next Resident. We are looking for innovative, community-driven creative businesses to join our thriving ecosystem. This is a long-term contract offered to established businesses across the region. 

Hayy Jameel is built to bring together the broadest range of creative disciplines in one neighbourhood. Our dynamic, creative and communal space hosts the Hayy Residents, a roster of homegrown creative enterprises who have each shaped the scene and paved the way in their respective fields. Ranging from contemporary art and performance to design and publishing through to artisanal bakeries, new cafes and eateries.

Who We Are Looking For

We are calling on established business organizations that:

• Align with Hayy Jameel’s mission of creativity, collaboration, and cultural contribution
• Offer a unique or underrepresented creative practice (think: choreography, movement arts, sound, culinary, wellness, etc.)
• Have a strong public following or community base, and a desire to collaborate across disciplines
• Are eager to host public programs, workshops, and events that welcome and engage the community
• Are committed to financial and operational sustainability

Why Join Hayy Jameel?

• Be part of a dynamic community of residents like Sofia’s Bistro, Riwaq Dahr, Aysh Academy, and more
• Access to a 427 sqm customizable space with basic amenities
• Opportunities to collaborate, grow your audience, and lead impactful programming
• Be featured in Hayy’s seasonal calendars and cross-promotional efforts

How to Apply:

1. Business Deck 
2. Interest Form (detailing audience, outreach, and community vision)
3. Collaboration Plan with other tenants or Hayy programs
4. Community Participation outline (workshops, events, etc.)

Selection Criteria Highlights

Applications will be reviewed based on:

• Creative alignment with Hayy’s vision (20%)
• Collaboration potential (20%)
• Audience & outreach efforts (15%)
• Community engagement (15%)
• Innovation and originality (10%)
• Experience & reputation (10%)
• Financial sustainability (10%)