Technical Resources for Documentary Creators
Behind every creative decision are the technical considerations that make it possible—Make sure you’re ready for production and post-production with IDA’s resources on the documentary trade.
Gear
- 2019 Documentary Equipment Survey results: "Tools of the Trade: Documentary Makers Talk Gear" which provides a robust narrative about the optimal tools of the trade for making your best work
- Gearing Up: Podcasting for Filmmakers Read More
- How to Set up a Wireless System Read More
- Minimal Audio Kits Read More
- Documentary magazine's Inside Out column where filmmakers share the tools and accessories inside their bag
- Drone Cameras are a Boon to Cinematographers, But Rife with Risks Read More
- Documentary magazine's Shooting Scenarios column takes a single scene and breaks it down cinematographically, looking at the shooting logistics, creative challenges, and camera gear deployed.
Editing
- Watch IDA seminar "Editors on the Art of Storytelling"
- Watch IDA panel "Women Make The Cut"
- Book: Documentary Editing: Principles & Practice Read More
- Topping an Editor's Decision List: Choice of Platform Is the Main Ingredient Read More
- Four Editors in Search of a Thread: A Documentary Roundtable Read More
- Building an Inclusive Doc Edit Room: Associate Editor Initiative Read More
Sound
- Watch IDA seminar on "Creating Sound and Music for Docs" Part 1 focusing on Acquiring Sound - Production Essentials for Good Audio
- Watch IDA "Sound Design Master Class with James LeBrecht"
- Tips on Getting Successful Sound and Mixing for Your Film Read More
- The Secret of Sound Design Part 1 & Part 2
- How to Ensure Your Audio Playback Comes Through Loud and Clear Read More
Workflow
- Streamlining Your Post-Production Process Read More
- Editing Workflow: Proper Handling of Your Digital Media Read More
- A Practical Guide to Navigating the Post-Production Audio Process Read More
Preservation
- Allison Berg on Why We Should All Budget for Preservation Read More
