Date: Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd November 2025
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Location: Sandstorm Studio, Yas Creative Hub, Abu Dhabi
The Creative Media Authority in partnership with Legendary Entertainement, the studio behind the Oscar Award-winning Dune franchise, Interstellar, Godzilla, Jurrasic World and other international blockbusters major hits, offer you a unique opportunity.
Join us for two days of exclusive six masterclasses led by Oscar award-winning experts, filled with practical tips and priceless insights.
Meet the Mentors:
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Herb Gains
Executive Vice President, Physical Production
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Patrice Vermette
Production Designer Dune (Part 1& 2)
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Sam Kozhaya
Executive Vice President, Operations and Corporate Development
Masterclasses Details:
The expert led masterclasses will be held over two days and will cover a diverse range of film production topics. Each session is standalone, allowing you to attend either day without committing to the other. Should you wish to participate in both sessions, please register for each day individually.
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Day 1
Date: Saturday 1st November 2025
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Time |
Location |
Topic |
Mentor |
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10AM – 12PM |
Sandstorm Studio |
The Filmmaking Process — From Concept to Screen |
Herb Gains Sam Kozhaya |
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1PM
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Sandstorm Studio |
Financing Films Through the Independent Model |
Sam Kozhaya |
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Townhall Yas Creative Hub |
Inside Film Production & Budgeting |
Herb Gains |
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Day 2
Date: Sunday 2nd November 2025
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Time |
Location |
Topic |
Mentor |
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10AM – 12PM |
Sandstorm Studio |
Set Design and Physical Production Partner Together |
Herb Gains Patrice Vermette |
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1PM – 3PM
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Sandstorm Studio |
Production Design: The Creative process |
Patrice Vermette |
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Townhall Yas Creative Hub |
Physical Production: Oversight During Production |
Herb Gains |
