Doha: Doha Film Institute (DFI) today announced a new milestone in its commitment to nurturing regional creative talent with the launch of specialised vocational training programmes in partnership with two of the world's leading film and creative arts schools, La F©mis and Gobelins Paris. Developed with support from Institut Fran§ais du Qatar and Qatar Museums, the programmes form a core pillar of DFI's long-term strategy to expand access to industry-ready education and create alternative pathways for emerging filmmakers, animators, and creative professionals.
According to Qatar News Agency, the training is designed with a hands-on, project-based approach, offering participants theoretical and practical training in cinematography and animation while connecting them with internationally acclaimed faculty and industry professionals. By investing in vocational education and building strong global partnerships, the Institute reinforces its role as a regional leader in cultivating talent and shaping the future of cinema and animation in the region. With an emphasis on practice, mentorship, and real-world application, the initiative reflects DFI's mission to strengthen the region's creative industries by equipping young talent with the tools, discipline, and global exposure needed to excel.
Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, CEO of DFI, stated that vocational training represents the future of learning. She emphasized the importance of empowering young people with education that is practical, adaptable, and connected to real opportunities. The partnerships with La F©mis and Gobelins Paris complement DFI's year-round workshops and mentoring sessions, which have contributed to building a thriving creative ecosystem in Qatar and the wider region. The initiative is designed to support the advancement of the regional ecosystem while contributing to the growth of Qatar's creative economy through intensive labs and specialised workshops throughout 2026.
The La F©mis Cinematography Certificate Programme is an intensive four-month training session dedicated to young talent who wish to deepen their artistic and technical understanding of cinematography. Designed with La F©mis and delivered through a progression of theory, practical exercises, and online and in-person sessions, the programme guides participants toward a strong foundation in the craft of cinematography. The programme is planned for June 2026.
The Gobelins Paris Animation Certificate Programme introduces emerging artists to the fundamentals of animation, character animation, and visual storytelling with structured 9-month training workshops. Through three pedagogical modules combining lectures, practical workshops in Doha, and online follow-up sessions, participants advance step by step toward learning the essential principles of 2D animation. Each module concludes with a final project, and graduates receive a Gobelins Certificate of Achievement. The programme is planned for September 2026.
Through these partnerships, the institutions reaffirm their shared commitment to nurturing creative talent, expanding access to world-class training, and supporting the growth of a vibrant film and animation ecosystem in Qatar and the wider region. DFI empowers creativity through collaboration and continuous learning, supporting beginners and those aspiring to refine their craft by connecting them to a global community of mentors and peers. More details of the education programmes will be announced shortly.