DGPI Masterclass with Emmy-nominated producer Nicholas Weinstock
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The Directors’ Guild of the Philippines, Inc. (DGPI)—in partnership with the Film Academy of the Philippines and De La Salle College of Saint Benilde—is proud to bring in prolific film and television producer Nicholas Weinstock, to share his knowledge on film and series development and producLon. The workshop is scheduled on Monday, February 16, 2026 at De La Salle College of Saint Benilde’s 12th Floor Screening Room.
Through the Masterclass, Weinstock will share real-world demands, requirements, expectaLons, and best pracLces of Hollywood-scale producLons working in a range of countries. The informaLon comprises crucial preparaLon and reminders for film pracLLoners and leaders— directors, producers, writers, cinematographers, designers, editors, film industry suppliers— especially for those who plan to branch out to internaLonal projects or co-producLons.
Students who wish to acquire more insights toward realizing and sharing their visions with the world (or those who are simply curious about the filmmaking business) are encouraged to aYend.
Strictly no walk-ins as seats are limited. The form is now closed.
This is a free event, but your kind donaLons will help fund the DGPI’s upcoming programs including the educaLonal Future Filmmakers Forum and the annual DGPI Film Pitch. Any quesLons, please e-mail infodesk.dgpi@gmail.com.
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