Editing the Character-Driven Documentary

I just returned from a big shoot in Haiti. In fact, my vacation in Alaska got interrupted by a call to help the crew conduct interviews in a way that will ensure a well-structured film. If you haven’t seen my recent two-part series about conducting documentary interviews, go to my blog at: https://newdocediting.com/2011/06/how-to-conduct-documentary-interviews-part-1/

It’s good to be back, and I’m excited to share two developments. First, if you need an editor or will be soon, please let me know. We have two very talented editors who will be finishing projects this month. When you hire a New Doc Editing editor, you also get free story consulting from me, so you’re getting two minds for the price of one.

Second, I’ll be teaching my popular course for the San Francisco Film Society next month on August 13 and 14th. “Directing the Character-Driven Documentary” is a live, two-day seminar that has helped hundreds of filmmakers gain clarity on their story arcs.

Are you wondering how to wed a three-act narrative structure with real-life events? Would you like to know how to start your film with an explosive inciting incident? Are you interested in watching specific examples of how to craft reversals, back stories and climax scenes?

If so, consider attending the San Francisco Film Society’s weekend seminar on August 13 and 14th. The fee is $220. This information-packed seminar reveals the essential narrative building blocks that attract funders, entire acquisition editors and engage viewers.

You can find out more information and register at:

http://www.sffs.org/classes-and-workshops/upcoming-classes-and-workshops.aspx

If you live outside the Bay Area, I highly recommend my online seminar, “Editing the Character-Driven Documentary” (we filmed the live seminar and turned it into an e-course).  The fee for the online seminar is $197. You’ll receive the same basic content as the live seminar, and you’ll be able to retain the video tutorial QuickTime files for future reference.  In addition, you’ll receive a complementary copy of my $27 e-book “Documentary Editing”. Learn more and purchase the course at:

https://newdocediting.com/land/character_driven_documentary_complete/

When you purchase the course, you’ll receive the video tutorials to get started immediately.