DOC 363 - Writing the Documentary

Prerequisites, DOC 116, FTV 130. Open to non-majors with consent of instructor. 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. Letter grade. (Offered spring semester.) 3 credits