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IMDA aims to develop a vibrant media ecosystem in Singapore that comprises globally competitive talent and content companies in television broadcast, film, animation, games, and online video. This ecosystem will enable Singapore to position itself as a leading player in the global media industry, attracting investments and generating economic growth while also providing opportunities for local talent and businesses to thrive.

From award-winning talent to internationally well-regarded content companies, Singapore talent and content companies have produced some of the most amazing content in the world. A lynchpin of IMDA's industry development strategy is to position Singapore as the gateway to Southeast Asia, creating more opportunities for international collaborations and 'Made-with-Singapore' productions. One notable example is Crazy Rich Asians, a project helmed by Warner Bros Studios (US) and supported by Singapore company, Infinite Studios, where there were 12 Singaporean/Singapore-based cast and close to 300 Singaporean and permanent resident crew members on the production.

As a leading media hub in Asia, Singapore has attracted big international companies to establish their regional headquarters in the country, bringing globally-renowned expertise to the local media industry. To support the development of digital content development capabilities in Singapore, IMDA has collaborated with international partners like Facebook and Disney to involve and support Singapore content talent and companies in the creation of multi-platform digital content for distribution on Facebook's and Disney's platforms. 

IMDA is committed to supporting and catalysing innovative content creation in the media industry in Singapore, uplifting the capabilities of local talent and companies to ensure a vibrant and thriving media ecosystem in the country.

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Read about how IMDA is helping local media companies and talents make waves on the global stage:

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Film Sector
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Film Sector

Singapore’s potential for developing exportable media content is supported by its rich cultural backdrop, inspiring creative output with international appeal.

International Co-Production Fund
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International Co-Production Fund

The International Co-Production Fund supports co-productions between Singapore media companies and international partners. This funding is awarded to local media companies to co-produce high quality drama series that are infused with a Singapore flavour and made for a global audience.

Media Talent Progression Programme – Content Grants
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Media Talent Progression Programme – Content Grants

The Content Grants under the Media Talent Progression Programme (MTPP) support the production of content projects that provide quality roles for local media professionals, in order to build up their portfolio and experience.

Media Talent Progression Programme – Overseas Development Grant
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Media Talent Progression Programme – Overseas Development Grant

The Overseas Development Grant supports media professionals who have been selected for international programmes and platforms that are designed to develop their skills and projects, and build up their international connections and perspectives.

Media Enterprise Programme - Development Grant
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Media Enterprise Programme - Development Grant

The Development Grant under the Media Enterprise Programme aims to build media enterprises’ core competencies in the development of quality content for international audiences. This is done by providing funding to support structured development process of commercially-ready projects for greenlighting by international networks or digital platforms. Projects with potential may be considered for further production funding.

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LAST UPDATED: 15 FEB 2024