Production Planning

Tips on pre-production tasks like storyboarding, location scouting, and scheduling.

Pre-Interview Research

Production Planning

Pre-Interview Research

Research your interviewee’s background to ask insightful, engaging questions and guide the conversation.

For best results, use research tools like Milanote for notes and Otter.ai for transcription.

B-Roll Planning

Production Planning

B-Roll Planning

Plan B-roll shots that support your narrative and add visual context to your documentary.

For best results, create a shot list to capture the most relevant supplemental footage.

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Lower Thirds for Key Information

Graphics & Text

Lower Thirds for Key Information

Add lower thirds to introduce key speakers and display important information such as donation details.

For best results, use simple, readable fonts and include donation links or QR codes in the lower thirds.

Frame Within a Frame

Frame Within a Frame

Create a frame within a frame by using natural or architectural elements to draw attention to your subject.

For best results, use a telephoto lens to compress the scene and emphasize the framing.

Behind-the-Scenes Footage

Behind-the-Scenes Footage

Show behind-the-scenes footage of your organization in action to build transparency and trust with potential donors.

For best results, use handheld or gimbal shots to capture authentic, real-time interactions.