LINGAYEN, Pangasinan—The Pangasinan Polytechnic College (PPC) recently hosted a two-day Storywriting Workshop: Screenwriting for Multimedia Platforms, on November 6-7 at the Sison Auditorium here.
In partnership with the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), the workshop aimed to enhance the skills of aspiring storytellers, multimedia arts students, creative professionals, and content creators in crafting compelling stories. Participants were treated to a special screening of films exploring themes of struggle, family, and discovery, including the coming-of-age comedy “Blooming” by Ronnie Ramos.
Renowned filmmaker and screenwriter Aloy Adlawan, who also serves as Creative Director of GMA Network, shared his expertise, providing crucial skills in pitching stories and nurturing the region’s creative talent. The workshop was part of the Film and Video Production for Multimedia Platform Series, a micro-credential course.
PPC President Dr. Raymundo D. Rovillos expressed his commitment to academic excellence and program quality, emphasizing the institution’s role in uplifting Pangasinan’s education system. The PPC, a brainchild project of Governor Ramon V. Guico III, has been providing free and quality education to Pangasinense youth, aligning its curricula with Commission on Higher Education (CHED) standards.
The workshop was a significant step towards fostering a community of storytellers and creatives in Pangasinan, aligning with Governor Guico III’s vision of providing quality education to the province’s younger generation.
The event highlighted the signing of Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the PPC and the FDCP, led by Dr. Rovillos and FDCP Technical Consultant for Academic Linkages Seymour Sanchez. They were joined by FDCP Project Development Officer Korina Dela Cruz, Community Affairs Officer IV Atty. Kandace Lorraine Palagud who represented the governor, and Assoc. Prof. Christopher Gozum, PPC Bachelor of Multimedia Arts Program chair and PPC Film Society adviser.
(Ruby F. Rayat/PIMRO, photos courtesy of PPC)
