How Animation Deals Get Made
Roundtable · Day 3 · Sat 24 October 2026, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm · Aljada, Sharjah
How Animation Deals Get Made is a roundtable exploring the real process behind turning animation ideas into global projects. Featuring Ammar Sabban (SEVEN - Saudi Entertainment Ventures), Olfa Sakakibara (Toei Animation Europe), and Abdullah Moatasem (Sinai.ai / Sinai Studios), the session brings together producers from Japan, the Middle East, and beyond to share firsthand insights on how animated series and films are developed and launched internationally.
Key points include pitching and packaging projects for international markets, building partnerships and managing creative teams, and navigating co-productions and global platforms. By the end of this session, attendees will understand the practical steps and challenges involved in making animation deals happen in a competitive industry.
- Olfa Sakakibara — Producer — Toei Animation Europe
- Abdullah Moatasem — Chief Creative Officer / Co-Founder — Sinai.ai / Sinai Studios
- Ammar Sabban — Director of Attractions Creation — SEVEN, Saudi Entertainment Ventures
- Nisrine Zawahra