It has become a regional hub for media companies from all over the world. Companies from all fields: online media, advertising, publishing, news groups, broadcast, and production houses can be found in the city. It is under the authority of Dubai Technology and Media Free Zone Authority. CNN and CBS have their branches located here.
The city facilitates an environment which encourages interaction between businesses that will benefit the companies where information can be exchanged mutually with confidence.
A license has to be procured from the authority and they are issued by the Registration and Licensing Department. Licenses have one-year validity and can be renewed yearly. Licenses can be issued for these organisations:
The same process of incorporation applies
Must submit an application form along with a copy of the passport to the authority to procure a freelancer license
The media city has many facilities that it offers to those who settle here: