Overview
A year-round Abu Dhabi production internship for UAE citizens and residents aged 18+, offering hands-on film/TV production experience and an AED 120 daily on-set allowance.
Complete internship details
Creative Media Authority's Production Internship connects aspiring talent with local and international productions in Abu Dhabi across pre-production, production and post-production. Areas can include camera, art, lighting, sound, make-up and special effects, costumes, editing and color correction. Applications are accepted throughout the year and placements depend on suitable production opportunities and schedules. CMA states that every intern receives an AED 120 daily allowance for days worked on set, paid after the internship. For participants aged 21 and above the minimum on-set day is eight hours; participants under 21 must complete at least six hours on set.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years old unless a production requires otherwise, be a UAE citizen or resident, be punctual and flexible with working hours, communicate well and be passionate about the film industry. The live form asks for languages, production skills, availability, a CV, Emirates ID and portfolio information.
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Verification notes
Verified on the current CMA Production Internship page and live application form. CMA explicitly says applications are open throughout the year and the form offers 2026 availability months through December. The page states AED 120 per on-set day. Application requires normal email verification and an anti-bot check; no bypass is attempted or implied.
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