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Sharjah's Media City Nurtures Emirati Filmmakers, Builds Global Content Hub
17 Oct
Summary
- Sharjah Media City (Shams) supports independent producers, creators, and entrepreneurs
- Shams offers training programs, production facilities, and e-learning to develop local talent
- Shams Studios, a five-soundstage complex, to anchor Sharjah's global content ambitions
Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates, is transforming into a global hub for content creation, driven by the growth of Sharjah Media City (Shams). As of October 2025, Shams has emerged as a dynamic media and production center, supporting independent producers, creators, and entrepreneurs.
Shams has built a robust infrastructure to nurture local talent, offering hands-on training programs in directing, acting, editing, and production management. Its e-learning platform, Shams Tadreeb, further expands access to media and creative courses. Initiatives like the UAE Entertainment Experience and the Hekaya Project have already produced award-winning films and TV series, showcasing the emirate's creative potential.
Looking ahead, Sharjah is set to solidify its position as a cinematic destination with the construction of Shams Studios, a five-soundstage complex that will integrate virtual production, AI-driven workflows, and advanced post-production technologies. Scheduled to begin in late 2025, the studio complex will anchor Sharjah's ambition to attract global filmmakers and content creators, offering innovative, cost-effective, and culturally-rich production opportunities.
