Documentary Filmmaking Courses and Certifications

Film Courage

First Steps to Making a Documentary Film

Insights from DP Ray Roman on documentary filmmaking, focusing on his project about CTE in football players. Explores the process, challenges, and impact of creating impactful documentaries.

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

Film Courage

How to Make Documentaries with Little Money - Insights from a Prolific Filmmaker

Prolific filmmaker J. Horton reveals his strategies for creating multiple low-budget documentaries annually, discussing equipment choices and his focus on Bigfoot-related subjects.

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

Create a Short Documentary Video Portrait

Aprende a estructurar, grabar y compartir historias auténticas con Elaine McMillion Sheldon. Descubre técnicas de filmación, edición y pitching para crear retratos en video que destaquen en festivales y plataformas.

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

El arte de la realización y edición de documentales

Aprende el proceso para realizar una pieza documental con presupuesto mínimo, desde la idea inicial al montaje final

• Domestika
• 4 hours 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Story pitch: presenta un documentario in modo professionale

Impara a redigere un pitch chiaro ed efficace per presentare il tuo documentario e raccontare una storia da un punto di vista originale

• Domestika
• 2 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Scandinavian Film and Television

7 reviews

Explore Scandinavian film and TV's global impact, from classic directors to modern Nordic Noir, examining cultural values, artistic trends, and the industry's evolution in a digital, international context.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Caregiver: A Love Story - Discussion with Producer and Director Dr. Jessica Zitter

Explore the physical, emotional, and financial challenges faced by family caregivers through an award-winning documentary and insightful discussion with its director, Dr. Jessica Zitter.

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

Digital Case Method

Explore visual storytelling through digital case studies. Learn to create, design, and manage educational programs using smartphones and editing software. Ideal for educators and media professionals.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

DOCUMENTAL! Nuevas tendencias, nuevos formatos / DOCUMENTARY! New Trends, New Formats

3 reviews

Explora las nuevas tendencias del documental contemporáneo, desde el ciberactivismo hasta el brand-documental, con énfasis en formatos interactivos y multiplataforma. Incluye perspectivas de profesionales y académicos.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Young people and religion: creative learning with history

2 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Young people and religion: creative learning with history, will train teachers and others working with young people on how to engage them in learning about religious diversity ...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Documentary Filmmaking with Soul

1070 ratings at Udemy

How to Create a Modern, Cinematic, Story-Driven Documentary from Start to Finish- An Emmy Award-winning approach!

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Documentary Filmmaking Step by Step - How to get it made

756 ratings at Udemy

From a 3-time Sundance alum, learn to make documentary films and videos from production to distribution on any budget

• Udemy
• 4 hours 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Skillshare Shorts | "Designer in a Van: On Tour with Aaron Draplin"

Embark on a road trip with iconic designer Aaron Draplin, exploring his unique approach to design, entrepreneurship, and life as he tours the country in his signature orange van.

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

Creating a Modern, Cinematic Documentary Film with Soul

Learn to create engaging, cinematic documentaries with modern techniques. Master planning, shooting, and editing to craft visually stunning and emotionally compelling character-driven stories that captivate audiences.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Premiere Pro Masterclass Module 1 - Start Video Editing

Learn to start video editing with Adobe Premiere Pro. Import and organize footage, stabilize shaky videos, and begin your journey to professional-level editing in this introductory module.

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