Past Workshop Descriptions

The Art of the Interview

Within the practice of documentary filmmaking the interview is central and often forms the core of your film. It’s also an exchange of respect and trust where something is revealed and both parties feel they’ve benefited from the experience. This six-hour workshop will look at examples and use in-class practical exercises to explore the building of trust and ethical considerations in addition to technical and stylistic applications for directing and shooting an interview. Discussion will include approaching interview subjects, and conducting preliminary as well as on-camera interviews. Participants will explore various approaches and investigate how to research and craft questions relevant to their projects. Hands on practice will include face-to-face mock interview sessions. Participants are encouraged to bring projects in development and/or production. Discussion and feedback are encouraged throughout.

The Introduction to Independent Filmmaking is recommended as a prerequisite. This workshop is recommended as a companion to the Documentary Film Writing, Producing Documentary Film, Directing Documentary Film and Documentary Film Editing workshops.​

Past Instructors: Annette Mangaard & Shayla Howell
Category: Directing
Maximum Capacity: 12
6 hours of instruction in 2 parts$125 /member$150 /nonmember

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