RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture on Wednesday called for applications for its Emerging New Media Artists program, set to take place at the soon-to-open Diriyah Art Futures center. The program will provide local and regional artists with access to cutting-edge professional equipment, production financing, and a wide range of multidisciplinary learning opportunities, including personal mentorship from prominent international digital artists.  The program is a part of a wider partnership between the Ministry of Culture and Diriyah Co. which will be launching the Diriyah Art Futures center, the world’s first facility dedicated to new media creatives. New Media Arts is a term that encompasses a wide range of interdisciplinary artistic practices that integrate technology, computer-generated elements and interactive experiences. Successful applicants will be able to study digital art, interactive installations, AI, video, net art, generative art, virtual reality, augmented reality, sound art, data visualization, 3D printing and fabrication, cinema and animation. Applicants should be under 35 and have a degree with some experience in developing and creating digital art. Applications can be submitted at http://daf.moc.gov.sa/en .