To experience the DOC NYC PRO lineup, purchase an individual PRO Day Pass (via the Buy Ticket button on individual pages) to hone in on a specific subject, or benefit from discounted pricing when you purchase Multi-Day Packs to an assortment of topic strands
Join us from November 9 – 16 for DOC NYC PRO 2023 and step into an empowering event designed to support filmmakers in advancing their careers. Embrace a sense of community as we foster learning, sharing, discussion and growth. No matter your career stage or filmmaking needs, we have a thematic day tailored just for you!
Each PRO Day Pass grants access to a single DOC NYC PRO day comprised of several panel discussions and all day access to the Festival Lounge where you can enjoy complimentary breakfast and happy hour.
Live Pitch
Industry Roundtables Live Pitch presents an opportunity for 8 filmmaking teams with works-in-progress to present live pitches to industry figures from the fields of distribution, financing, publicity, marketing, social impact, and more. The program aims to curate the most promising documentaries of the future for industry feedback. The 8 projects will be selected from an online submissions process. The general public is welcome to attend.
Producing and Directing
Cinematography
Editing
Journalism
Hear from experts on two panels as we explore the intersection of journalism and documentary filmmaking. Then join us for a special NBC Original Voices live pitch event hosted by NBCU Academy, NBC News Studios and IF/Then Shorts as six teams pitch their archival and journalistically-driven short documentary works-in-progress.
Music and Sound
Business of Documentary
Creative Distribution
Live Pitch (Thu, November 9)
Industry Roundtables Live Pitch presents an opportunity for 8 filmmaking teams with works-in-progress to present live pitches to industry figures from the fields of distribution, financing, publicity, marketing, social impact, and more. The program aims to curate the most promising documentaries of the future for industry feedback, and select projects from a competitive pool of online submissions. Watch live pitches and discover how to make your best case to funders and other gatekeepers. Co-presented by Kickstarter
Producing and Directing (Fri, November 10)
Join us for an enlightening day of panels featuring renowned producers and directors as they share their experiences, insights, and best practices in crafting compelling documentary films including a panel about mental health in the documentary industry. Co-presented by Hulu
Cinematography (Sat, November 11)
Accomplished cinematographers will illuminate their techniques for capturing breathtaking visuals, crafting scenes, enhancing storytelling through imagery, and navigating the unique challenges of filming real-life narratives. Co-presented by National Geographic
Editing (Sun, November 12)
Case studies from prominent editors will elucidate the craft and help build your editor’s toolkit. Insider tips on how to craft scenes for maximum storytelling impact will also be highlighted. Co-presented by Participant
Journalism and Documentary (Mon, November 13)
Hear from experts on two panels as we explore the intersection of journalism and documentary filmmaking. Then join us for a special NBC Original Voices live pitch event hosted by NBCU Academy, NBC News Studios and IF/Then Shorts as six teams pitch their archival and journalistically-driven short documentary works-in-progress. Co-presented by NBC News Studios
Music and Sound (Tue, November 14)
Let’s go in depth into the world of music and sound for feature docs. Hear about collaboration and behind the scenes tips from music teams on some of this year’s leading documentaries.
The Business of Documentary (Wed, November 15)
Explore how to navigate the intricate business landscape of documentary filmmaking including inspirational examples of creative funding sources.
Creative Distribution (Thu, November 16)
Gain valuable insights on educational distribution, retaining film rights, and exploring innovative distribution ideas to reach wider audiences and make a lasting impact with your storytelling.
Additional details, including daily panel schedules and confirmed speakers, to be announced.
DOC NYC PRO is co-presented by:
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