Writing The Documentary Proposal

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Transform your documentary idea into a reality by learning how to craft a compelling proposal.

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 7:00 - 8:30pm on ZoomCOURSE DESCRIPTION:Your written proposal is likely your first shot at impressing a commissioning editor or funder so it's important to craft a proposal that demands attention. Using real-world examples, students will learn about the various elements of a documentary proposal, how to craft a proposal that stands out amongst the crowd, and practice creating these elements as it relates to a project of their own. TEACHING ARTIST: Adele SchmidtAdele Schmidt is a co-founder and Artistic Director at Docs In Progress, an ward winning documentary filmmaker known for her music documentary series on progressive rock, which includes the Krautrock trilogy. With over 20 years of experience in production and direction, she is also a professorial lecturer at American University, teaching Film and Video Production and Developing Non-Fiction Productions. Adele was recently included into the Maryland State Arts Council Teaching Artist Roster. What's the refund policy? If your circumstances change and you must withdraw from a class after registering, please be aware of our refund policy:Withdrawal 20 or more calendar days before the first day of a program: 75% refundWithdrawal 11-19 calendar days before the first day of a program: 50% refundWithdrawal 10 or fewer calendar days before a program: No refundIn case of refund requests, the registrant will incur all Eventbrite fees.

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