Day 1

09:00 – 10:00
Registration and welcome coffee
Welcome! Get your badge and conference materials, meet other participants over a cup of morning coffee.

10:00 – 11:00
Conference opening and introductory session
Main Stage
Lead conference organizers open the event. Brief overview of the program and conference objectives.

11:15 – 12:30
Keynote Lecture: The Future of Film Production and Technology
How are new technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality changing filmmaking? We will talk about trends and future opportunities for producers.

12:30 – 14:00
Lunch and Networking
The perfect time to network with colleagues, discuss the morning’s performances and share ideas over lunch.

14:00 – 15:30
Panel Discussion: Independent Producing – Challenges and Prospects
The panel will discuss how independent producers cope with limited budgets, how they find funding, and how they maintain creative freedom.

15:45 – 17:00
Master Class: The Art of Pitching – How to Sell Your Project in 5 Minutes
Step-by-step instruction for producers on how to prepare a successful pitch to studios and investors. Practical work with examples.

17:00 – 18:30
Evening cocktail and informal socializing
Finish the day in a relaxed atmosphere, meet new people and discuss the prospects of cooperation.