# Event Details - **Event Name**: Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Documentary filmmaking for passion projects and paid corporate workAbout this EventAt a glanceLearn the fundamentals of documentary filmmakingLearn how to make the skills transferrable between passion projects and paid corporate workFive 2 hour evening classesWeek 4 of this course, Post Production, will take place online onlyThe zoom information will be sent before the classAbout the courseIn this five 2.5hr course Tom Webb takes you through the fundamentals of documentary filmmaking, drawing on his extensive knowledge gained creating entertainment, corporate, short form and feature length documentaries. You will learn not only about the technical aspects for documentary making but also interviewing techniques, stylistic approaches, as well how to translate your knowledge from passion projects to paid corporate work. The course will start of looking at documentary as a genre and its relationship to an audience, from there you will learn about the shooting process, interview techniques, post production workflows and finding translatable skills that allow you to leverage your knowledge between passion projects and paid corporate work. Each class on the course will be taught via lectures, disscussion and QandA sessions.Who should attendThis course is for anyone interested in making documentary style films. Whether you are a complete novice who is interested in getting started or whether you are an experienced videographer who wants to take the next step.What you will LearnWeek 1: What is Documentary filmmaking?The term Documentary filmmaking covers a wide variety of subjects, subgenres, styles, format, techniques and unique voices. In this class we will look at:The main styles and sub genresThe building blocks of documentary filmmakingHow to create a vision for your documentaryHow does style communicate your storyThis class is also available as an individual evening, book Week 2: Production: Cameras, Lights and SoundYou have a subject, how do you turn that into a documentary? What choices do you need to make and which ones are important? In this class we will look at:Is equipment really important?Camera basicsComposition and it’s effect on audienceB-roll is actually A-rollLighting an interview – live demonstrationSound and why it’s more important than the visualsThis class is also available as an individual evening, book Week 3: Empathy or AntagonismInterviewing subjects can be a daunting task and technique and style changes from film to film. Understanding your subject, style and intention is key to how you approach an interview. In this class we will look at:Research and interview preparationEarning your interviewee’s trustRepresentation of intervieweesOpen and closed questionsAsking difficult questionsThe Sucker PunchCommunicating with your crew in difficult situationsSoundbites and how to get themThis class is also available as an individual evening, book Week 4: Post-Production – the most daunting of tasksThis is where your documentary is made/discovered/fixed but where do you start? How do you wrestle hours and hours of footage into the perfect film? In this class we will look at:Planning workflowNarrative structureMaking tough decisionsProject walkthroughNarrators – the voice of GodAnimation and motion graphics and how they can facilitate storyGuiding the audience with sound and musicFresh eyes and feedbackThis class is also available as an individual evening, book Week 5: passion and/or/vs profitMost people aren’t lucky enough to earn good money on projects they love all the time so how do you balance passion projects vs earning a living. How do you find the fun and excitement in the dullest of corporate jobs? In this lesson we will look at:One for the heart one for the condoYou don’t have to understand the contentWorking with clients not for themPitch what they want AND something unexpectedApplying existing skillsPassion projects and doing it for the love of itGeneral course Q and AThis class is also available as an individual evening, book Recommended viewing:Senna13Bowling for ColumbineTiger KingThis is Spinal TapFrost/NixonAbout your instructorTom Webb started making short films in his early teens and his love of filmmaking continued in his career. After starting his filmmaking life re-editing American TV shows for broadcast on the Discovery Channel in the UK and filming Martial Arts and Professional Wrestling he then went on to be Head of Creative at Upbeat, a digital agency that covers video production and web development. Whilst there Tom filmed and edited everything from press junkets to film premieres, medical videos to corporate events, A-list movie stars to random people in the street. Alongside this Tom has also co hosted the Have You Seen..? Podcast, made award winning short films, short form documentaries and a feature length documentary about the male perspective of fertility treatment called The Easy Bit which premiered at Raindance in 2019.Tom’s Social Media:Personal Twitter: @TomWebbDirectorPersonal Instagram: @tomwebbdirectorThe Easy Bit Twitter: @theeasybitdoc | Instagram: @theeasybit | Facebook: facebook.com/theeasybit https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ede80110-1957-11f1-8747-1187d79d3166-rimg-w694-h740-dc020202-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/documentary-filmmaking-foundation-certificate/10000163568167793 - **Event Categories**: workshops, entertainment, sports, art, fine-arts, photography - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Raindance Film Training Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 299.95, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Raindance Film Training Centre - **lat**: 51.5076305 - **long**: -0.12539479999998093 - **full address**: Raindance Film Training Centre, 10a Craven Street, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/3cc2da72006214e53295f7f008eb01533cccb7dd5b94161958320957f8920110-rimg-w984-h970-dc091416-gmir.jpg?v=1772800101 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate being held? - **A:** Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate takes place on Thu, 09 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 06 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Raindance Film Training Centre, 10a Craven Street, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate? - **A:** Tickets for Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate are priced at GBP 300 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityComplimentary placeFreeLimitedEarly birdGBP 270AvailableGeneral AdmissionGBP 300Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate? - **A:** Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate is organized by Raindance. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Documentary Filmmaking Foundation Certificate is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Based in the heart of London, Raindance combines Raindance Film Festival, training courses, which are offered throughout the year through its 10 international hubs, and the British Independent Film Awards.Operating for more than 25 years, we offer a wide range of evening and weekend film training courses in London and online - all taught by experienced film professionals. Our courses, classes and workshops include some of the most popular in the UK, spanning disciplines and crafts such as screenwriting, directing, producing, cinematography, VR, special effects, editing, lighting, sound and short film making to name just a few.Whether you are a complete beginner or a practising filmmaker, we are sure we have something to entice you into choosing one of our many filmmaking classes.Any questions? Contact us on020 7930 3412Monday - Friday between 10 am - 6 pm, or email us oncourses@raindance.co.uk." } ] } ] ```