Moving Tales Foundation, MTF
Moving Tales Foundation, MTF
Empowering Saudi & Arab animators to tell stories that move hearts — from idea to screen. Based in Dammam & Jeddah, KSA.
About
A non-profit initiative connecting Saudi animation talent with Arab and international creators across story, design, animation, voice, and production—supporting full pipelines (including VFX) to deliver complete works.
Vision • Mission • Values
Vision: The primary supporter of animation in Saudi, backing local creators.
Mission: Workshops, film screenings, events, and collaborations that spotlight talent locally and globally.
Values: Collaboration, Quality, Creativity, Inclusion, Integrity, Identity, Continuous Development.
Programs
Screenings • Training/Workshops (storyboarding, character design, 2D/3D, voice) • Community meetups • Collaborations • Research & Resources.
Goals
Community building • Industry forums • Short-form production support • Local/intl partnerships • Global exposure • Clarify “animation” scope • Create livelihoods for animators.
Why it matters
Rapidly growing creative economy; real platforms for youth; animation as a universal language.
Future targets
Annual festival • Animator database • Micro-grants for shorts • International representation.
Support
Financial • In-kind (spaces, gear, software) • Knowledge (mentors, experts, consulting).
Activities
Talks • Exclusive screenings + Q&A • Themed showcases.
Share your voice and join the Moving Tales Foundation (MTF) community! 🌟
We invite you to fill out this survey by Moving Tales Foundation (MTF), designed to build a database of creatives, volunteers, consultants, and sponsors interested in the animation industry in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world.
Your input will help us identify challenges, create new opportunities for collaboration, and empower this growing industry.