Documentary Training
Gain skills in making short documentaries for film: discover strong real stories, develop vivid characters, ensure ethical involvement, craft visual and audio styles, and structure an 8-12 minute piece that captivates viewers and impresses festival selectors. The course focuses on efficient methods for small teams to deliver professional results.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This practical course teaches how to spot timely real-life stories, form a solid main question, and create engaging short documentaries. You will cover ethical journalism, picking characters, visual approaches, sound mixing, music choices, legal basics, and pitching skills to produce an 8-12 minute film for festivals and online.
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Develop skills
- Documentary story design: craft sharp questions, angles, and cinematic stakes.
- Character-driven focus: select, secure, and protect compelling real-life subjects.
- Short-form structure: build 8–12 minute arcs with clear beats and strong endings.
- Lean production craft: plan visuals, sound, and schedules for micro-crew shoots.
- Ethical nonfiction practice: verify facts, manage consent, and reduce subject risk.
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