One month is left until the Dubai International Content Market (DICM) 2024, as the region’s premier media and entertainment event prepares to take place on November 12-13 at Madinat Jumeirah. Industry professionals from around the world are set to gather in Dubai for two days of networking, partnership opportunities, and exclusive content showcases that span drama, animation, documentaries, and more.
DICM offers platform for content producers, distributors, broadcasters, and buyers to explore new opportunities, form partnerships, and discover the latest projects from around the world. With more than 80 exhibitors and content from countries such as Turkey, Korea, the UK, US, India, France, and the UAE, DICM 2024 is shaping up to be the most dynamic edition yet. The event is also expecting more than 200 buyers, cementing DICM's reputation as the go-to event for sealing major content deals in MENA.
“DICM TALKS”: INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AND THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
DICM 2024 will feature “DICM Talks,” an insightful series of discussions with some of the biggest names in the industry. These leaders will cover critical trends and opportunities in content production and distribution, including: “Turkish Programming Spotlight: Trends, Innovations, and Partnership Opportunities”; “Collaboration Beyond Boundaries: The Co-Production Frontier”; “MENA's New Media Moguls: Exploring the Rise of Local Streaming Platforms”; and “The Rise of Original Arabic Content.”
With industry experts diving into these hot topics, DICM Talks will provide invaluable insights for anyone looking to stay ahead in today’s fast-evolving content landscape.
“PRODUCERS CONNECT”: A WORLD OF CO-PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
“Producers Connect” at DICM will gather some of the biggest companies in the global entertainment industry, opening doors for co-production deals and partnerships. Industry players like Fox Entertainment Global, Blue Ant, Eccho Rights, Caracol, Golden Capra, MediaHub, Seriella, and Kanal D will all be present, actively seeking co-production opportunities with both local and international players.
FOUR INTERNATIONAL PAVILIONS HIGHLIGHTING GLOBAL CONTENT
DICM 2024 will also feature four major pavilions from Korea, Russia, and Turkey, bringing with them a host of exhibitors showcasing a vast array of innovative content. These pavilions will be a focal point for anyone looking to explore new trends, genres, and partnership opportunities from these powerhouse content markets.
In addition to DICM Talks and Producers Connect, attendees can expect: “Content Business Hub,” an exclusive platform for one-on-one meetings with top executives. With more meetings being pre-scheduled than ever before, the Hub ensures that all participants can maximize their networking and deal-making potential; and exclusive screenings and content showcases, featuring premier previews of the latest dramas, animations, and documentaries, along with live discussions with their creators and distributors.