Free Workshop: Jun Lana Blockbuster Writing Workshop (Philippines)

09 June 2011
Free Workshop: Jun Lana Blockbuster Writing Workshop (Philippines)
Deadline: 15 June 2011

As his first batch of students graduate this May, award-winning writer and youngest Palanca Hall of Famer Jun Lana is again oferring a FREE writing mentorship program for aspiring screenwriters. Three applicants will be chosen to participate in an intensive 3-month, individualized mentorship aimed to refine their craft and expose them to career opportunities within the mainstream entertainment field.

The success of the first group lends a new dimension to what the upcoming class will experience – now writing for TV and soon for film, the first batch will actively take part as “buddies” who would help guide the next batch of mentees.

Interested applicants must submit their CV and a one-page essay (in Filipino) on why they want to pursue a career in screenwriting to junlana@rocketmail.com.

Contact Information:

For inquiries: junlana@rocketmail.com

For submissions: junlana@rocketmail.com

Website: http://junlana.blogspot.com
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