Sharjah Media Academy Concludes Ninth Edition of Future Media Professional Programme
The Sharjah Media Academy (SMA), affiliated with the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, has concluded the ninth edition of its summer programme, Future Media Professional. The closing ceremony, held on Thursday, was attended by Salem Ali Al Ghaithi, Director of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, as well as channel and radio managers from the Authority, participating students, and their families.
Launched on 7th July and running until 31st July, the programme welcomed 152 trainees aged between 10 and 18. Participants received intensive training across various Sharjah Broadcasting Authority platforms, including the Authority’s headquarters, Al Wusta TV from Al Dhaid, and Al Sharqiya TV from Khor Fakkan.
This year’s edition featured six specialised training courses: TV presenting, radio presenting, voice performance, and modern media skills such as digital media, artificial intelligence, content creation for social platforms, and mobile filming and editing. The sessions were led by expert instructors and media professionals from the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority.
Salem Ali Al Ghaithi praised the success of the ninth edition, affirming that the programme reflects the authority’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of creative and competitive media professionals. He emphasised the importance of equipping young participants with both practical and theoretical skills aligned with the rapid evolution of the media sector.
Shaima Abdullah, Director of Sharjah Media Academy, described Future Media Professional as one of the academy’s flagship youth programmes. “Through this initiative, we aim to instil values of responsible media and enhance the technical and creative skills of our participants,” she said. “The programme combines practical training with theory, offering real-world experiences within professional media institutions.”
With continued success and dedication, the Future Media Professional programme stands as a testament to Sharjah’s ongoing investment in developing youth talent and preparing them for the rapidly evolving media landscape.
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