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How to Direct a Documentary: Pre-Production to Post
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About How to Direct a Documentary: Pre-Production to Post
Intro
How to Choose a Subject
AV Scripts
Treatments
Which Setup to Use
Camera Support
Cameras + Lenses
Natural and Available Light
Studio Light
Audio
Asking the Right Questions
Editing
Less is More - Cutting From Your Film
Re-shoots
Conclusion
What You Will Learn?
- My name is Zoë, I'm a cinematographer, occasional director, and professor of film. I've been shooting films for many years now, and the projects I've worked on have gone on to be shown at dozens of film festivals including Sundance and CaribbeanTales. Additionally, I've won several awards for the documentaries I've directed. You can check out my work here..
- This class is for anyone who has ever wanted to direct their own documentary. This course has lessons in it for everyone from the beginner to the advanced student. Your class project will be to film your first short doc..
- This class will include a step-by-step guide on how to plan, capture, and get ready to edit your documentary. A few things you'll learn include:.
- Finally, the course will conclude with a few tips on how to deal with common problems documentary directors typically face when working on the edit..