The Arab Youth Media Forum, held as part of the Arab Media Summit, brought together experts from leading media companies to share their insights on how to optimize technology for creative content. The event, organized by the Dubai Press Club, featured masterclasses from top brands like Dolby, VFX Mojo, LinkedIn, META, YouTube, TikTok, X, and Snapchat.
Dr. Maitha Buhumaid, Director of the Dubai Press Club, commended the partners for delivering valuable masterclasses that added significant value to the forum. She emphasized the importance of collaborating with global media companies to support youth in the media sector and equip them with the necessary skills for innovation.
Mahfoudha Saleh, Specialist in Media Talent Development at Dubai Press Club, highlighted the aim of the Arab Youth Media Forum to provide aspiring young professionals with the motivation and resources needed to succeed in the industry. She thanked the partners for empowering the participants and strengthening digital media engagement.
The masterclasses covered a wide range of topics, starting with Dolby’s session on ‘The Ultimate Sound and Vision Experience’ led by Raby Hamza. The workshop focused on immersive audio and visual technologies to enhance content creation and delivery.
VFX Mojo’s masterclass, ‘Enhancing Realities: VFX in Film, TV, Animation, and Games,’ explored the impact of visual effects on storytelling and the integration of AI and machine learning in VFX. The session aimed to empower filmmakers and visual artists with cutting-edge technologies.
LinkedIn offered a session on ‘Building Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn,’ led by Lynn Chouman, to help media professionals strengthen their personal branding and networking on the platform. The class provided strategic insights into developing engaging content for the media community.
META experts Abdelrahman ElSobki, Bahjat Hindy, and Moon Baz shared insights on ‘Maximizing your reach and building a community with Meta,’ focusing on leveraging Meta platforms for audience growth and community building.
YouTube’s workshop on ‘Digital Tools for Digital Storytelling’ by Tanya Khoury explored ways to optimize content formats on the platform, while TikTok’s session on ‘Crafting Creativity with TikTok’ guided creators on creating authentic content and engaging with their audience.
X’s session on ‘X for Content Creators’ highlighted ways for creators to distinguish themselves on the platform, emphasizing the importance of an open exchange of information and dialogue. Snapchat’s masterclass on ‘Unlocking the Power of Snapchat’ provided insights on content creation and audience engagement on the platform.
Overall, the Arab Youth Media Forum provided a platform for young professionals to learn from industry experts and enhance their skills in content creation and digital storytelling. The collaboration with top media brands showcased the commitment to supporting the next generation of media professionals in the region.