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Cost: $30

Instructors: Jodie Fleischer, Cox Media Group; A.J. Lagoe, KARE11; Cristin Severance, WRAL; Chris Vanderveen, KUSA

Do you have a series of investigative TV stories that would make the perfect longform show but you don’t know where to start?

Maybe your boss said, “Hey, you should try producing something for streaming,” and you’re worried about finding the time.

Or you may have always wanted to produce a full documentary, but that isn’t really part of your job.

In this workshop, seasoned investigative TV journalists and documentary producers guide you through the dynamic process of producing a long-form show, with best practices for finding the right idea, getting started, staying organized, and executing your script and video. We’ll explore a variety of workflows for adapting a series of TV stories into a cohesive show, or how to start with a full-fledged documentary or primetime show, while adding TV newscast coverage later.

Learn how to expand the scope of your reporting, deepen character arcs, and structure a long-form narrative that captivates and informs!

We’ll explore:

• How to identify a broader story arc
• Maintain viewer interest over an extended period
• Strategies for pitching the project
• Ways to add value for your station and your viewers
• Visual and narrative pacing for a longer format
• Key decisions to make before you get started

Pre-registration is required and seating is limited.