Home›Film School›Filmmaking›Documentary Filmmaking Documentary Filmmaking BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors Our Documentary Filmmaking course is a practical introduction to creating compelling factual films, designed for beginners and developing filmmakers who want to explore real stories on screen. Working with an experienced filmmaker, you will learn how to research, plan, shoot and shape a documentary project, developing both the creative and technical skills needed to bring real-life subjects to life. What you will learn 🔍 Finding and developing documentary ideas 📁 Researching real stories, people and themes 📜 Planning your approach and visual style 👥 Interview techniques and working with contributors 🎥 Camera, lighting and sound for documentary shoots 📁 Capturing actuality, atmosphere and supporting footage ✓ Structuring a documentary narrative 💻 Editing techniques for factual storytelling Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026 Thu 18:30-21:30 5 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy, Farringdon £430.00 Book Now 30 Sep 2026 - 28 Oct 2026 Wed 18:30-21:30 5 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy, Farringdon £430.00 Book Now 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 Sat 13:30-16:30 5 weeks Lyndon Ives City Academy, Farringdon £430.00 Book Now 16 Jul 16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026 £430.00 Day:Thu Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Lyndon Ives Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 30 Sep 30 Sep 2026 - 28 Oct 2026 £430.00 Day:Wed Time:18:30-21:30 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Lyndon Ives Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 21 Nov 21 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026 £430.00 Day:Sat Time:13:30-16:30 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Lyndon Ives Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close USEFUL INFORMATION 1 Do I need any filmmaking experience to join? No, this course is designed for beginners and those with limited experience. You’ll be supported every step of the way. 2 Will I need to bring my own equipment? All professional filming and sound equipment will be provided. You’re welcome to bring your own if you’re familiar with it. 3 Will I have a finished film at the end? Yes. You and your team will produce a short documentary, which you’ll be able to take away after the course. 4 Can I use my film for my portfolio? Absolutely! Your documentary can be used to showcase your skills to potential collaborators, film schools, or festivals. 5 Is the course collaborative? Yes. You’ll rotate through key production roles so you can experience every part of the process, working as a connected and supportive team. Want to learn more? Many of our filmmaking students go on to explore related courses. 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If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance. CANCELLATIONS POLICY We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking. We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend. (For more information please see our terms and conditions) PHOTOGRAPHY SUMMER SCHOOLS Take your pictures to the next level with our five-day Photography Summer School. Gaining a further understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. FIND OUT MORE FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions PHOTOGRAPHY SUMMER SCHOOLS Take your pictures to the next level with our five-day Photography Summer School. Gaining a further understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. FIND OUT MORE FILMMAKING SUMMER SCHOOLS Use state of the art filmmaking and post-production equipment to write, direct and edit a short film in the Adult Filmmaking Summer School FIND OUT MORE All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. 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