[CNRG] Spring Workshops at NW Documentary

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Spring Workshops at NW Documentary

Spring Workshops at NW Documentary

NW Documentary is a non-profit located in the heart of Old Town in the historic New Market Theater Building on Ash Street. We make documentaries and teach others how to make documentaries. We wanted to let you all know about our exciting new spring workshops and invite you to join us in celebrating nonfiction storytelling. If you have any questions about the workshops or about NW Documentary, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Anna Farrell

email:educ...@nwdocumentary.org

DIY Documentary $350 Tuesdays, Feb. 3 – Apr. 14 (10 sessions) No Class Apr. 7 7 – 9 pm

Under the tutelage of our award-winning instructors, you’ll learn each stage of production first-hand: from story ideas and proposals to camera work, interviews, and then to writing and editing compelling stories. This workshop is intended for first-time and intermediate filmmakers and includes the Intro to Editing Workshop. Final projects will be screened at McMenamin’s Mission Theater & Pub on April 24.

Final Cut Pro: Intro to Editing $100 Monday, Mar. 16 and Tuesday, Mar. 17 6 – 8 pm

MacForce collaborates with NW Documentary for two nights of digital editing adventures. This seminar occurs during week seven of the 10-week workshop, but is also open to filmmakers looking to refresh their editing skills. We focus on Final Cut Pro, the industry standard in desktop editing.

Documentary: Past and Present $100 Thursdays, Feb. 19 – Apr. 2 (7 sessions) 7 – 9 pm

This screening and lecture series will explore the rich history of documentary film, from the earliest silent shorts, to today’s festival favorites. Come experience a diverse selection of films including experimental, personal narrative, broadcast doc, and cinéma vérité. Immerse yourself in the history and language of non-fiction filmmaking.

 Take 2: Making Your Next Documentary $250 Wednesdays, Feb. 4 – Apr. 15 (10 sessions) No Class Apr. 8 7 – 9 pm

Sharpen your directing, shooting, sound recording, and editing skills in our advanced production workshop. Guest speakers include industry professionals and local filmmakers. Final projects will be screened at McMenamin’s MissionTheater & Pub on April 24.

Your Story: Intro to Oral History $50/person or $75 for 2 All Equipment Included Saturday, Feb. 7 12 – 5 pm

Addicted to This American Life? Love Storycorps? A Studs Terkel fan? This new workshop focuses on oral storytelling traditions, audio recording, and the art of the interview. Enroll with friends and family, interview one another, and preserve your unique history. Solo participants are also welcome.

Experimental Techniques: The Personal Essay Film $150 Thursdays, Jan. 22 – Feb. 12 (4 sessions) 7 – 9 pm

With a focus on personal essay films, this workshop explores documentaries that push the interpretive boundaries of the genre. Students will gain first-hand experience as they create their own experimental short. Some filmmaking experience recommended.

Fearless Fundraising $30 Monday, Mar. 30 6:30 – 9:30 pm

Discuss the tools and strategies of independent documentary fundraising. Facing a risky financial market, it’s more important than ever to know all about fiscal sponsorship, grant writing, and budgeting. Get comfortable talking about money and gain the confidence you need to ask for it.

Distribute Your Doc $60 Mondays, Mar. 2 and 9 7 – 9 pm

Benefit from our experience in the current indie circuit. Everything an independent documentary filmmaker should know about festivals, getting press, booking your own screenings, DVD sales, and alternative release options. Save time and money learning these helpful tips for DIY distribution.

Family Scrapbook $200, All Equipment Included Saturdays, Feb. 21 and 28 12 – 4 pm

Use digital documentary tools and techniques to tell simple, short family stories. Bring photos, home movies, letters, and music to life as you combine them to create your own original and creative personal projects.

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