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Documentary Directing Training

Documentary Directing Training
flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country

What will I learn?

Documentary Directing Training provides a clear, practical guide to plan and direct a compelling 30–40 minute film. Learn to select strong characters, structure three-act narratives, design scenes revealing conflict and change, create shoot plans, refine visuals and sound, manage ethics and consent confidently, and develop a unique viewpoint based on thorough research and community involvement.

Elevify advantages

Develop skills

  • Story design: build tight, character-driven three-act documentary narratives.
  • Directing on set: run a lean crew, plan 10–12 day shoots, and stay on budget.
  • Visual and sound style: choose camera, music, and soundscapes that elevate impact.
  • Ethics and access: secure consent, protect subjects, and engage communities safely.
  • Authorial voice: craft a clear, ethical point of view grounded in verified facts.

Suggested summary

Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload. Choose which chapter to start with. Add or remove chapters. Increase or decrease the course workload
Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

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