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Bidaya Media

A leading production company in the MENA region dedicated to developing original content for children of all ages. Bidaya Media creates, produces, and distributes high-quality Arabic language entertainment that educates, inspires, and entertains.

From original animated series and live-action productions through to educational programming and character brand development, Bidaya Media is shaping the future of children’s content across the Arab world.

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Original Children's Content Development

Bidaya Media develops original content concepts for children from initial idea through to fully realised productions, combining creative storytelling with cultural relevance and educational value for Arab audiences.

Concept Development & Story Creation
Cultural Sensitivity & Age-Appropriateness Review
Pilot Production & Testing
Content Strategy & Programming

Script Writing & Story Bible Development
Character Design & Development
Audience Research & Feedback
Multilingual Adaptation

We produce world-class animated and live-action content through state-of-the-art production capabilities and partnerships with leading studios across the MENA region and internationally.

2D & 3D Animation Production
Mixed Media & Hybrid Formats
Music & Sound Design
Quality Control & Broadcast Standards

Live-Action Series Production
Voice Recording & Dubbing
Post-Production & Visual Effects
Production Management & Scheduling

We create content that seamlessly blends education and entertainment, supporting children’s development across literacy, numeracy, science, social skills, and cultural awareness through engaging storytelling.

Curriculum-Aligned Content
STEM Education Content
Cultural Heritage & Identity
Teacher & Parent Resource Development

Early Childhood Learning Programmes
Social & Emotional Learning
Interactive & Participatory Content
Impact Measurement & Research

Bidaya Media is home to iconic Arabic language properties including Mansour, Arabic Opera, and Iftah Ya Simsim (Sesame Street), creating and managing content that has become part of the cultural fabric of the Arab world.

Mansour — Animated Series Production
Iftah Ya Simsim — Arabic Sesame Street
Digital & Social Media Content
Cultural Relevance & Authenticity

Arabic Opera — Musical Performance Content
New Season & Special Development
Live Show & Event Adaptations
Cross-Platform Content Strategy

We manage the global distribution and licensing of Bidaya Media content across broadcast, streaming, digital, and home entertainment platforms, maximising reach and commercial value across MENA and international markets.

Broadcast Distribution (TV Networks)
Digital Distribution (YouTube, Apps)
Home Entertainment Distribution
Revenue Tracking & Royalties

Streaming Platform Partnerships
International Sales & Syndication
Licensing Agreement Management
Market Analysis & Territory Planning

We develop and manage character brands that extend beyond the screen into consumer products, live experiences, and brand partnerships, creating lasting connections between audiences and our intellectual properties.

Character Brand Strategy
Merchandise Development & Retail
Theme Park & Experience Design
Digital Character Experiences

Consumer Product Licensing
Live Character Appearances
Brand Partnership & Collaboration
Brand Protection & IP Management

Original Children's Content Development

Bidaya Media develops original content concepts for children from initial idea through to fully realised productions, combining creative storytelling with cultural relevance and educational value for Arab audiences.

Concept Development & Story Creation
Cultural Sensitivity & Age-Appropriateness Review
Pilot Production & Testing
Content Strategy & Programming

Script Writing & Story Bible Development
Character Design & Development
Audience Research & Feedback
Multilingual Adaptation

We produce world-class animated and live-action content through state-of-the-art production capabilities and partnerships with leading studios across the MENA region and internationally.

2D & 3D Animation Production
Mixed Media & Hybrid Formats
Music & Sound Design
Quality Control & Broadcast Standards

Live-Action Series Production
Voice Recording & Dubbing
Post-Production & Visual Effects
Production Management & Scheduling

We create content that seamlessly blends education and entertainment, supporting children’s development across literacy, numeracy, science, social skills, and cultural awareness through engaging storytelling.

Curriculum-Aligned Content
STEM Education Content
Cultural Heritage & Identity
Teacher & Parent Resource Development

Early Childhood Learning Programmes
Social & Emotional Learning
Interactive & Participatory Content
Impact Measurement & Research

Bidaya Media is home to iconic Arabic language properties including Mansour, Arabic Opera, and Iftah Ya Simsim (Sesame Street), creating and managing content that has become part of the cultural fabric of the Arab world.

Mansour — Animated Series Production
Iftah Ya Simsim — Arabic Sesame Street
Digital & Social Media Content
Cultural Relevance & Authenticity

Arabic Opera — Musical Performance Content
New Season & Special Development
Live Show & Event Adaptations
Cross-Platform Content Strategy

We manage the global distribution and licensing of Bidaya Media content across broadcast, streaming, digital, and home entertainment platforms, maximising reach and commercial value across MENA and international markets.

Broadcast Distribution (TV Networks)
Digital Distribution (YouTube, Apps)
Home Entertainment Distribution
Revenue Tracking & Royalties

Streaming Platform Partnerships
International Sales & Syndication
Licensing Agreement Management
Market Analysis & Territory Planning

We develop and manage character brands that extend beyond the screen into consumer products, live experiences, and brand partnerships, creating lasting connections between audiences and our intellectual properties.

Character Brand Strategy
Merchandise Development & Retail
Theme Park & Experience Design
Digital Character Experiences

Consumer Product Licensing
Live Character Appearances
Brand Partnership & Collaboration
Brand Protection & IP Management

Proven Bidaya Media Expertise Across Industries.

Media

Mansour Animated Series — Regional Hit

Produced and distributed Mansour, an original Emirati animated series that became one of the most-watched Arabic children’s programmes, airing across 15+ countries with 100M+ digital views.

Result: 100M+ views, 15+ countries, multiple international awards and nominations.

Education

Iftah Ya Simsim — Arabic Sesame Street

Managed the production and localisation of Iftah Ya Simsim, the Arabic adaptation of Sesame Street, creating culturally relevant educational content reaching millions of children across the Arab world.

Result: Millions of children reached, measurable learning outcomes, broadcast across MENA region.

Entertainment

Character Licensing & Consumer Products

Developed and managed character licensing programmes for Mansour and other Bidaya properties, establishing retail partnerships and consumer product lines across the GCC.

Result: 50+ licensed product categories, major retail distribution, growing brand recognition.

Explore Impactful Case Studies That Showcase Measurable Results.

Successfully executed Digital Transformation Programs, resulting in multimillion AED savings for customers

Boosted efficiency and agility through the implementation of Cloud Native Applications

Elevated productivity and accuracy of customer business processes with Robotics Process Automation

Revolutionized customer experience with the introduction of Native Mobile Applications

Efficiently delivered Rapid Deployment Programs to customers utilizing Lo/No code platform

Explore Impactful Case Studies That Showcase Measurable Results.

Successfully executed Digital Transformation Programs, resulting in multimillion AED savings for customers

Revolutionized customer experience with the introduction of Native Mobile Applications

Boosted efficiency and agility through the implementation of Cloud Native Applications

Elevated productivity and accuracy of customer business processes with Robotics Process Automation

Efficiently delivered Rapid Deployment Programs to customers utilizing Lo/No code platform

Deployed advanced data and analytics solutions to drive business growth

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