DUBAI STUDIOS SIGNS PARTNERSHIP WITH INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES

The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and Dubai Studios a Dubai Media Company, have announced the signature of a long-term “Gala” partnership at Mipcom in Cannes.

H.E. Mohamed Al Mulla, Group CEO of Dubai Media and Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy signed the partnership which marks a significant milestone in fostering television excellence from the UAE and promoting cross cultural collaborations within the global entertainment industry.

“This strategic partnership aligns with Dubai’s vision to amplify its media presence on a global scale,” said H.E. Mohamed Al Mulla, Group CEO of Dubai Media. “The future of entertainment will be shaped by content creators whose voices are rooted in local culture and language and our industry has a responsibility to champion these creatives and narratives.”

Beginning in 2025, Dubai Studios will join in sponsoring the International Emmy® World Television Festival and the International Emmy® Awards Gala in New York. Additionally, each year Dubai Studios will host a Semi-Final Round of Judging event for the International Emmy® Awards competition, in Dubai.

“We are delighted to welcome Dubai Studios as a Sponsor of the International Academy and are looking forward to bringing the global television community together in Dubai for Academy Day,” said International Academy President & CEO Bruce L. Paisner. “We thank H.E. Mohamed Al Mulla and the Dubai Studios team for spearheading this important partnership.”

Furthermore, Dubai Studios will host “Academy Day in Dubai” for International Academy Members at a date to be announced. Academy Day is a high-level, by-invitation only 4-day networking event designed to shine a spotlight on the culture and media industry of the region and foster a better understanding of regional business models and cultural institutions to help facilitate cross border collaboration.