Documentary Directing Training
Gain expertise in documentary directing for cinema. Learn to craft compelling character-driven stories, organise efficient shoots, design striking visuals and sound, manage ethics and access, and refine your unique directorial voice to produce festival-ready films that resonate deeply with audiences.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical guide to directing a 30-40 minute documentary, covering character selection, three-act structure, scene design for conflict and change, shoot planning, visual and audio strategies, ethical practices, consent management, and developing a unique viewpoint through research and community involvement.
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Develop skills
- Craft engaging character-focused three-act documentary stories.
- Direct on location with small crews, schedule 10-12 day shoots, and control budgets effectively.
- Select cameras, music, and sound elements to maximise storytelling impact.
- Navigate ethics by gaining consent, safeguarding participants, and building safe community ties.
- Develop a strong, ethical directing perspective based on thorough research.
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