Documentary Filmmaking Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Documentary

Explore documentary film's impact on society, analyzing aesthetics, ethics, and digital technology in nonfiction storytelling.

• California Community Colleges System
• 15 weeks, 3 hours a week
• 3rd Sep, 2024
• Paid Course

Shooting a Character Documentary

Learn to create compelling character documentaries, from finding subjects to mastering camera and sound techniques. Develop a captivating narrative and capture impactful footage to tell unique personal stories.

• Skillshare
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Introduction to Documentary Video Storytelling

125 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn about the history and importance of documentary filmmaking. Explore the narrative building blocks of documentaries, with examples of nonfiction filmmaking over 120 years.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Change the World: Make a Social Issue Documentary

Develop a concept for a social issue documentary, focusing on choosing a compelling topic, finding a strong character, and crafting an impactful logline. No filming equipment needed.

• Skillshare
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learning Documentary Video: 1 Planning and Pre-production

86 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

This course—the first in a three-course series—shows how to develop your documentary idea into a story, pitch your idea, and plan for production.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Learning Documentary Video: 2 Production

39 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

This course—the second in a three-course series—shows how to produce and direct your documentary including how to interview subjects, capture observational scenes, and more.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 1 hour 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Film Your First Mini Documentary

Learn essential techniques for filming a short documentary, from equipment and storytelling to camera work and editing, suitable for beginners using any camera.

• Skillshare
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Solving for Zero

20 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore groundbreaking technologies and innovators tackling climate change, from low-carbon cement to fusion energy, inspired by Bill Gates' vision for a sustainable future.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Microcredential

Become a Documentary Filmmaker

Craft compelling stories as a documentary filmmaker. Whether you've had little experience working with videos, or you're in the middle of production looking for quick camera and editing techniques, this path is the perfect companion to your filmmaking ad…

• LinkedIn Learning
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available
• 11 courses

Making a Short Documentary

Making a Short Documentary with Ed Kashi, Julie Winokur

• CreativeLive
• 10 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• $99.00

การทำสารคดีในแบบสื่อสาธารณะ | Making Documentary for Public Media

ศึกษาความหมายของสารคดี หลักสำคัญของงานสารคดี ประเภทของสารคดี หน้าที่และความรับผิดชอบของบุคลากร ขั้นตอนการปฏิบัติ มาตรฐานการปฏิบัติ ระบบติดตามประเมินผล และการปฏิบัติงานในภาวะฉุกเฉิน

• ThaiMOOC
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Numberphile

The Making of a Mile of Pi - Numberphile

Behind-the-scenes look at creating a mile-long printout of pi digits. Explores the challenges, technology, and teamwork involved in this unique mathematical endeavor.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Film Courage

Breaking Into Documentary Filmmaking - Tips and Insights

Renowned documentarian Patrick Creadon shares invaluable insights on breaking into the industry, from on-set techniques to financial realities, offering aspiring filmmakers a comprehensive guide to success in documentary filmmaking.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Film Courage

Documentary Filmmaking Masterclass - Tips and Techniques

Acclaimed documentarian Kevin Knoblock shares insights on funding, subject selection, interviewing techniques, and evolving trends in documentary filmmaking, offering valuable tips for aspiring filmmakers.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

From Documentary Film to Social Engagement

Kako dokumentarni film može potaknuti društvenu promjenu: iskustvo redatelja Đure Gavrana u stvaranju filma o seksualnom nasilju nad djecom i pokretanju edukativne kampanje.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video