Film, Video, and Broadcasting

CERTIFICATE IN DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING

In this intermediate-level program, students have the opportunity to study various structural approaches to the contemporary documentary and apply them to an individual project. Understand the practical aspects of conceptualizing a story, budget, law, marketing, and distribution. Acquire knowledge under the guidance of a faculty of industry professionals who emphasize the skills needed to attain work or produce independently in the industry today.

Upon completion of the program, students have the following:

• Skills in planning, budgeting, fundraising, and marketing.
• Understanding of markets in theatrical, television, international, educational, and DVD formats.
• The opportunity to produce a short documentary project.

To earn the certificate, an average grade of B or higher is required, indicating successful completion of five required courses. Students who do not have a technical foundation in production are advised to take the Certificate in Digital Video Production.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (5 of these courses are required)
	Contemporary Documentary Explore the roots of contemporary documentary, including cinema verité masters such as Barbara Kopple; first-person essayists, such Ross McElwee; interrogators, such as Errol Morris; and... (click on course name to read more)		DFLM1-CE9424	$975
	Documentary Development, Research, and Financing This lecture-based course is designed for individuals interested in developing and producing documentaries. Students focus on honing their ideas into viable projects by addressing all... (click on course name to read more)		DFLM1-CE9425	$970
	Documentary Distribution and Marketing		DFLM1-CE9427	*
	Documentary Post Workflow		DFLM1-CE9429	*
	Documentary: Short Project In this intermediate-level course, students have the opportunity to produce, direct, shoot, and edit their own short documentary project. Our faculty of industry professionals guide... (click on course name to read more)		DFLM1-CE9213	$1,260
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