Nov 05 - 12 2017
Backpack Filmmaker Bootcamp

Backpack Filmmaker Bootcamp

Presented by Docs In Progress at Docs In Progress

This hands-on workshop will encompass an overview of the tools used in solo documentary shooting: cinematography technique, existing light shooting and audio recording. Over the course of two consecutive Sunday afternoons, participants will learn how to prepare for a shoot, the essential equipment needed for the field, safety best practices, how to adapt to difficult conditions, and how to "shoot for the editor." Time will also include a field practice exercise and group discussion of collected footage.

Participants may choose to use their own cameras and equipment, but must know how to operate them prior to starting class. Docs In Progress also has HD cameras which can be used in the workshop.

Admission Info

$250 Earlybird (register/pay through October 21)
$275 Regular (register/pay October 22-November 1)
$300 Late (register/pay November 2 until full)

Phone: 301-789-2797

Email: contact@docsinprogress.org

Dates & Times

2017/11/05 - 2017/11/12

Additional time info:

This is a two-day workshop, but the second day builds on the first, so please only sign up if you can attend both days.

Location Info

Docs In Progress

8560 Second Avenue, Suite 113, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Parking Info

Our entrance is on Apple Ave. around the corner from Alexander House.

The Cameron Street garage is open 24/7 and requires payment between 7 am - 7 pm on weekdays ($1 per hour for the first four hours and 65 cents per hour for each additional hour). Parking in the garage is free on weekends, federal holidays, and after 7 pm on weekdays. You must remember your space number and pay at one of the pay stations with cash, credit card, or the ParkMobile or MobileNow apps.

You can also sometimes find nearby metered street parking as well. While street spaces are usually free after 6 pm, they do require payment during the daytime Mondays-Saturdays and most are limited to one or two hours. Meters accept coins or the Parkmobile and MobileNow apps.

Do NOT park (or even stand) in any spots marked for police only.