DOC 463 - Writing the Documentary

An introduction to writing and developing the documentary film, from initial concept through distribution. This course will cover writing a proposal, pitching an idea, creating a team, budgeting and fundraising, outreach and distribution, and other key elements of bringing a documentary to life. Emphasis will be on writing and developing a specific idea, production of which can be expanded in subsequent documentary courses. Some sections of DOC 663 and DOC 463 may share their lectures. Letter grade. (Offered fall semester.) 3 credits