The Ministry of Culture has issued a call for applications for its groundbreaking ‘Emerging New Media Artists’ Program, set to unfold at the upcoming Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) Center, as revealed in an official press release. Geared towards emerging creatives from the region and beyond, the program aims to provide unparalleled opportunities for growth. Successful applicants will gain access to state-of-the-art professional equipment, a dedicated production budget, and a diverse array of multidisciplinary learning experiences. The program goes beyond conventional support, offering personal mentorship from international digital artists to nurture and guide the participants. This initiative is part of a larger collaboration between the Ministry of Culture and Diriyah Company, heralding the launch of Diriyah Art Futures as the world’s pioneering center exclusively dedicated to New Media arts. DAF envisions a space that not only facilitates creativity across various visual art disciplines but also emphasizes education, empowerment, and the creation of an environment that fosters artistic imagination. Nestled in the historic surroundings of Diriyah, the center aspires to cultivate Saudi Arabia’s artistic landscape and solidify the site’s standing as a global cultural destination. The press release highlighted, “Designed in collaboration with Le Fresnoy — Studio National des Arts Contemporains in France, DAF’s Emerging New Media Artists Program is a one-year-long initiative focused on creative production training.” Applications for the program are now open, targeting individuals aged 35 years or younger, at the graduate or postgraduate completion stage, with a background in developing and creating digital and new media arts. Aspiring artists are encouraged to seize this opportunity to be part of a transformative program that promises to shape the future of New Media arts.