Careers
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is an independent Academy established by His Highness, Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, to address a growing demand in the UAE and MENA region for formal quality education and professional training in the performing arts sector. SPAA is the only performing arts conservatoire in the MENA region, offering quality undergraduate and graduate degree programmes taught in English. The purpose-built Academy comprises one 432 seat theatre, two fully equipped studio performance spaces, TV/recording studios, twelve sprung rehearsal studios, 12 singing tutorial spaces, a resource library, gymnasium and cafe.
Sharjah Performing Arts Academy specialises in training graduates for work in the international professional performing arts industry. The faculty working at SPAA are highly experienced practitioners within their respective fields. The focus of the Academy is practical rather than academic. The central value for a SPAA graduate is arming them with the highest levels of practical skills for their field and giving them the tools to be able to successfully generate their own work or practice.
To apply for one of our current vacancies, please send a maximum one (1) page cover letter with your most current CV to careers@spaa.ae.
*See individual Job Descriptions for application closing dates.
Current Vacancies
Programme Supervisor Performance Design: Set and Costume
Programme Supervisor: Producing
Accountant
Acting Tutor – Musical Theatre Department
General Maintenance Technician
Music Tutor
Specialist Tutor – Digital and Recorded Media
Lighting Tutor
Salaries and Benefits
Salaries in the UAE are tax-free, and you’ll receive your pay monthly in United Arab Emirates dirhams. For eligible employees, your salary will include a competitive accommodation and transportation allowance.
We’ll provide you with private medical insurance, and depending on your role and salary grade, this may include cover for your dependents.
You are entitled to an annual return ticket to your home country, for eligible employees depending on their role and salary grade, this may also include your dependents.
For eligible employees, depending on their role and salary grade, we will additionally cover you children’s (under 18) education expenses.
For any further information please contact careers@spaa.ae.