Documentary Filmmaking

3 Credits · Level: Graduate

This course will give students the knowledge and skill they need to research, develop and shoot a short documentary film that tells compelling real-world stories with a clear vision and style. The course will cover all stages of documentary filmmaking, from developing an idea to identifying sources and writing a script to shooting, editing and distribution, emphasizing strong journalistic ethical standards and storytelling skills. Throughout the semester we will screen short documentaries of note and hear from industry guests about their professional experience and what inspires them.