Depalma House Documentary Project

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Depalma House
Downey, California, United States
TS
CEO
2
Preferred learners
  • Anywhere
  • Academic experience or paid work
Categories
Design & creative Videography
Skills
writing editing
Project scope
What is the main goal for this project?

The main goal for the project is to create a compelling and visually distinctive 10-20 minute documentary using the footage provided. The documentary should showcase the creative and authentic experience of artists at the writing camps and retreats hosted by Depalma House.



This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:


- Reviewing and analyzing the footage provided to understand the content and themes.


- Identifying key moments and stories that capture the essence of the writing camps and retreats.


- Developing a creative through line and narrative structure for the documentary.


- Editing and curating the footage to create a visually distinctive and compelling documentary.


- Incorporating music, sound, and other elements to enhance the storytelling.


What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?

By the end of the project, learners should complete the following tasks:


- A first draft of a 10-20 minute documentary that effectively captures the creative and authentic experience of artists at the writing camps and retreats.


- A written explanation of the creative through line and narrative structure developed for the documentary.


- An analysis of the editing and curation choices made to create a visually distinctive and compelling documentary.



Final deliverables should include:


- The first draft of the documentary in a suitable format for review and feedback.


- A written report detailing the creative process, editing decisions, and the overall impact of the documentary.


How will you support learners in completing the project?

Our projects are very media heavy so we will be sure to prepare and facilitate the file transfers necessary. You will have access to our private server with all the data needed, and where any additional files can be swapped easily. Our CEO and our Creative Director will belong be available for technical and creative meetings and feedback sessions throughout the process.

About the company

Production Company, Artist Retreat and Recording Studio