Discover: Documentary Producing
About this On Demand Course
Every documentary film has a team of makers, an audience of stakeholders, and a story begging to be told with vision, respect, and authenticity. Whether you’re interested in learning more about the landscape of contemporary nonfiction filmmaking or you’re ready to build your documentary feature, this collection offers a wealth of resources to help you develop your skills, gain valuable insights, and ignite your creative journey as you learn the steps for bringing your film to life.
The course provides conversations from a range of contemporary filmmakers discussing ways they are pushing the form and expanding audiences; resources to consider as you forge creative partnerships; options and strategies for budgeting and financing; and deep guidance on pitching your project.
Included in this course are five Sundance Collab Master Classes to provide you with an understanding of the key elements of Documentary Producing.
Whether you're just beginning your first project or are an experienced filmmaker, Discover: Documentary Producing offers an exhilarating journey into the world of the nonfiction producer.
All course videos are closed-captioned. For other accommodations and support services, please email us at accessibility@sundance.org.
On Demand CourseOutline
- Includes Master Class: Creating Branded Content with Stacy Fuller of Refinery 29
- Includes Master Class: Creating a Docuseries with Liz Garbus and Dan Cogan
Includes Master Class: Social Activism Through Storytelling with Joon Shenk and Bonni Cohen
Includes
- Master Class: Own Your Voice - Pitch and Present with Confidience with Jackie Miller
- Master Class: Creating a Compelling Pitch Package with Producers Nina Yang Bongiovi and Larissa Rhodes
FAQ
Sundance Collab’s On Demand courses provide flexibility to learn on your own time, whenever you’re ready. On Demand courses do not provide you with feedback on your work, but they do provide suggested activities and curated resources.
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for all of the On Demand courses and the certificate will include the name associated with your Collab account.
You can find any courses that you are enrolled in or have already completed in the profile section of your Collab account under “Courses.”
Sundance Collab provides accommodations and support services to participants with disabilities. Please contact us at (435) 776-7790 or email us at accessibility@sundance.org to ask any questions or to discuss your specific needs.