Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the complete list of public sessions and masterclasses?
IFIC website provides a calendar for the entire 3 days of IFIC public sessions and masterclasses through this link: https://fdcp.ph/ific/calendar.
Is the IFIC back onsite?
Yes! This year’s IFIC features a hybrid format where participants can join either online or onsite. The onsite conference will be held at the Novotel Manila Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City.
How do register for IFIC public sessions?
You may register through the IFIC website https://fdcp.ph/ific/programs.
Keep in mind that registration for online and onsite attendance is different. The online registration is through Zoom while the onsite registration is through a Google Form.
How do I register for IFIC masterclasses?
You may register through the IFIC website https://fdcp.ph/ific/programs.
Keep in mind that registration for online and onsite attendance is different. The online registration is through Zoom while the onsite registration is through a Google Form.
Each masterclass costs PHP 1000 / 17 USD. A package for all three masterclasses costs PHP 2,500 / 42 USD. Once done with the registration, you may proceed to pay through FDCP’s official payment methods. After you’ve done your payment, send the receipt or payment confirmation to [email protected] with the subject “Masterclass Payment - [SURNAME]” for verification purposes and issuance of access to the Masterclass.
What are the payment methods for registering for the masterclasses?
You may send your payment through the following payment methods:
Bank Transfer
Bank: Landbank
Bank account name: Film Development Council of the Philippines
Bank account number: 1782103578
PAYPAL
Paypal account: [email protected]
What if I want to pay for a group, how do I do bulk payments?
Each person must first register at our website https://fdcp.ph/ific/programs. A member of the group shall send the receipt or payment confirmation to [email protected] with the subject “Masterclass Payment - GROUP PAYMENT”. In the email body, list down the full names and email addresses of the members of the group payment for verification purposes and issuance of access to the Masterclass.
Can I attend the IFIC public sessions and masterclasses even though I'm a beginner filmmaker?
Yes, the IFIC public sessions and masterclasses are open for film students, experts, enthusiasts, and the like. The IFIC is also open to international participants.
Will I be able to ask questions to the speakers?
At the end of each session and masterclass, there will be a Q&A portion. For online participants, the Zoom Q&A box will be available while onsite participants will be free to ask their questions in person.
Will I get a certificate for attending events?
E-certificates will be issued upon completion of attendance at the sessions and masterclasses.