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Emirates 24/7
17-06-2025
- Business
- Emirates 24/7
'Makers of Creativity' Prepares Emirati Students for the Future of Media
Dubai, UAE – As part of its commitment to cultivating national talent and reinforcing Dubai's position as a leading regional media hub, Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) marked the graduation of a select group of university students and fresh graduates from its pioneering 'Makers of Creativity' program — a strategic initiative designed to upskill emerging Emirati media professionals and bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry demands. Over the course of two months, the program welcomed 12 top-performing students from UAE-based universities, offering them intensive hands-on training in key areas of media production, including photography and television, lighting techniques, editing, and professional framing. Led by seasoned industry experts, the initiative equipped participants with advanced practical skills, direct newsroom exposure, and mentorship, ensuring they are workforce-ready and aligned with global standards in media excellence. This initiative aligns with Dubai Media's broader strategy to support Dubai's creative economy by developing a sustainable talent pipeline, strengthening the capabilities of future media leaders, and advancing the emirate's reputation as a destination for innovative content creation and specialized media services. Salem Belyouha, CEO of media content sector at Dubai Media, emphasized the program's role in reinforcing national media capabilities, saying 'Through our innovative training programs, we strive to foster an open and supportive media environment that empowers students and graduates, equips them with the tools and knowledge needed in the media sector, and enhances their professional competencies. This, in turn, strengthens the sector and reinforces Dubai's status as a magnet for talent and creative professionals.' He added that the program plays a key role in bridging the gap between academic learning and professional readiness by offering students a real-world glimpse into the media industry and its requirements. Echoing this, Shaikha Ahmad, CEO of Human Resources Sector at Dubai Media, highlighted the program's focus on innovation and institutional collaboration: 'Dubai Media aims to familiarize students with the nature of field-based media work and its demands, thereby enhancing their practical capabilities across various areas of the industry.' She added that the program fosters a spirit of innovation among students and provides them with opportunities to contribute to the advancement of the local media ecosystem, which has seen remarkable progress in recent years in line with the vision of the wise leadership. She emphasized that the program reflects Dubai Media's commitment to its social responsibility and strategic goals, as well as its efforts to strengthen partnerships with academic institutions across the country to attract and train national talent in fields that support the media sector and its auxiliary services. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Arab News
29-05-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Opportunities and potential abound in Saudi Arabia, says US media trainer
RIYADH: Former White House correspondent Bill Connor has praised the opportunities and potential available for media training in Saudi Arabia. A seasoned media professional with more than 20 years of experience, the CEO of Three Media Consultancy appeared on episode two of the latest season of The Mayman Show, where he announced his latest project — working with the next generation of aspiring media professionals to hone their presentation skills. In partnership with Spacetoon, a pan-Arab, free-to-air television channel specializing in animation and children's programs, Connor has created Smart Speakers for the Spacetoon Education division. 'We are going to launch — I don't know when the show is going to air — but we are launching it in May 2025, around the same time as you and I are talking right now,' he said. The program is for high school teachers and students, teaching them to communicate effectively and confidently at school, in life and, eventually, in their chosen careers. 'So it's going to be as a matter of fact the website is open right now. you can look at it. We think it will be pretty beneficial for teachers and for students as well,' Connor said. Connor has helped countless people around the world to master the art of presenting, making speeches and giving media interviews, including government officials and high-level corporate figures within the Kingdom. Aside from spending quality time with his family, since stepping aside as a White House correspondent, Connor said his favorite thing was to travel to Saudi Arabia to help professionals hone their skills. It all began with a chance meeting in the US with Saudi media professional Ahmed Al-Amri, he recalled. 'In 2012 I was at a conference in Washington D.C. Ahmad walked up to me and introduced himself and he said, would you be interested in coming to Jeddah to work with my CEO and the executive team at my corporation? I said, that sounds fascinating, I would love to do that.' Connor's training approach focuses on creating real-life situations to show people how to be disciplined, colorful and charismatic in their communication. He also teaches them how to break free of some traditional conventions often practiced when delivering a speech or presentation, during interviews, or while handling difficult situations and questions. 'So many people in leadership think that because they're talking about something that's really important, whether that is Vision 2030 or their own business or whatever it happens to be … that they have to be very serious,' he said, adding the secret of his training methods was to build skills beyond conveying a message: 'It's about figuring out how to tell your story credibly while still dealing with some questions that you might not want to deal with.' When asked how he thought the current US administration was handling matters, including providing timely and accurate information about presidential events, making public statements and barring major media outlets from press briefings, he said: 'Every presidency is different. The media strategy of every president is different. I will say President (Donald) Trump's strategy is totally different from every other president that came before him. And that obviously presents a lot of challenges for journalists. But by and large, journalists work really hard and they're trying to do the right thing.' Connor has traveled to Saudi Arabia every six weeks or so for the past 13 years, visiting around 70 times. He said he appreciated the work opportunities available to him in the Kingdom, which allowed him to work with 'extraordinary' professionals and enjoy warm friendships. He added his journalistic approach to media training had been well received. 'My style, which I suppose is a very American kind of style, has really been embraced here. I mean they keep asking me back. So I think the clients are reasonably happy,' he said.
Bloomberg
07-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Citibank's CEO: 'Don't Buy The Dip'
Citibank Singapore CEO and Head of Wealth for Asia South, Yeo Wenxian, discusses how to navigate volatility with Bloomberg TV anchor Haslinda Amin. Top executives and policymakers took part in the launch of Bloomberg's New Voices Singapore, an intensive media training initiative amplifying senior women in finance. (Source: Bloomberg)
