XR Filmmaking Mentor Session: Vanessa Lawand Pfeiffer (Agog)

Event ID: PP1150628

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Venue: Executive Room (Omni Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Development, Doc Filmmakers, Funding/Artist Support, Narrative Filmmakers, Producers/Production, Publicity & Marketing, VR/XR Filmmaking.

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