Rotterdam
Your First Movie Starts Here
Learn the A to Z of documentary filmmaking and make your first movie. Whether you are interested in documentary filmmaking, fiction film, or even social media and corporate content, the concepts you will learn are applicable to all areas.


Learn By Doing
While we can't avoid some theory and "classroom" lessons, our focus is on practice - learning by doing. Through in-class workshops and take home exercises, you will sharpen your moviemaking skills and build confidence in your creative voice.
Lighting
Dive into the art of lighting to create atmosphere and visual depth. You will learn how to professionally light interviews and scenes - even on a budget.
Course Overview
Storytelling
Find strong ideas, structure them well, and learn to pitch your story effectively. Understand what makes a story memorable and how to make your audience care.
Editing
Turn hours of footage into a cohesive, emotionally resonant documentary. You will learn the entire post-production process: selecting the best takes, editing, sound design, and colour correction using DaVinci Resolve.
Camera Techniques
Get hands-on with camera settings, framing, movement, and lens choices. You will learn how to shoot with intention and create sequences that support your story.
Project planning
Location Scouting
Archival Footage
Music and sound rights
and more!
Other Topics


Learn how to connect with your subjects and conduct interviews that are natural and authentic.
Interviews
Specifics
TBA
Teachers:
Language:
Location:
W70.Club
Weena 70, 3012 CM
Various
Starts:


Days & Times:
Cost:
English
March 2026
TBD, Various
€2000 / Free*
*Participants who are 18 to 29 years old who have not already taken 2 MDT programs can take our program for free thanks to Maatschappelijke Diensttijd


Sign Up!
Program Overview
Tuesday 22 July
During our induction session, we'll go through all the necessary paperwork as well as get to know each other and go through the details of the program and answer any questions that arise!



