Writing Commentary for Documentary in Training on DFGDocs

Writing Commentary for Documentary

When:
Saturday 31st May
10am - 6pm

Where:
DFG, London

This course focuses on giving you the necessary skills essential to write good and effective commentary for your documentary.

There is an art to writing commentary - to link visual sequences together with words - that tell people an interesting story that they remember. Many of us can 'write' as well as impart our knowledge in clear, concise terms. But few have the subtle ability and talent which matches pictures and words that have the maximum effect on our memories.

The afternoon is dedicated to practical exercises where participants will write to picture.

You'll explore different styles of commentary writing and how and when to use them.

The day will include:

Intro to Writing Commentary
Styles of Commentary
Using the passive voice
Condensing work
Reading to picture
Recording commentary
Finding a voice

This course is aimed at filmmakers, print journalists, directors, researchers, writers and producers who need to increase their writing skills to encompass commentaries for factual programmes and documentaries.

Need to work on your Proposal Writing and Pitching skills? Have a look at our aptly named Writing and Pitching Your Proposal Workshop

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How much:
Freelance DFG members £150 + VAT
Freelance non members £165 + VAT
Corporate rate: £300 + VAT

To book your place, call Laura or Jenny on +44 (0)20 7249 6600 or email training[at]dfgdocs[dot]com

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