"A work, such as a film or television program, presenting political, social, or historical subject matter in a factual and informative manner and often consisting of actual news films or interviews accompanied by narration."
Watch the videos below to get tips from a working video journalist on making a successful and engaging documentary. Do you recognize any of her techniques?
Tips from the Frontlines: Part I
Tips from the Frontlines: Part II
Tips from the Frontlines: Part III
And take a look at the final product! Can you can recognize the places where she filmed her shots? How did she weave the clips together?
South Central Farm Revisited
Read the Museum of Broadcast Communications article to learn about documentary television through the years.
Museum of Broadcast Communications Article on Documentary Television
Read here to learn more about the "Direct Cinema" style of documentary!
Making Documentary Videos: The Interview
Visit this site and learn about the Journalist Code of Ethics. The Society of Professional Journalists believe the duty of the journalist is to seek truth and provide a fair and comprehensive account of events and issues, and strive to serve the public with thoroughness and honesty. Professional integrity is the cornerstone of a journalist's credibility. So always view your work with a critical eye and honest intention!
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