Get on Set: Make a Documentary

Our December course offers a unique opportunity to be part of a powerful, real-world production.

Starting 2nd December, our newest learners will be working on a powerful real-life story set right here in North Shields — creating a documentary that shines a light on resilience, mental health, and community strength.

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This is hands-on, story-led production training that gives you real credits, real experience, and real impact.

This course is ideal for anyone interested in:

🎥 Documentary filmmaking

🎙 Interview and contributor work

✅ Work alongside an experienced local filmmaker/Director of Photography (Amazon Prime, BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 credits)

📹 On-location shooting

📋 Production planning & logistics

🛠 Real crew roles on a real shoot

You’ll gain hands-on experience, build confidence in your production skills, and walk away with real credits on a meaningful project.

🎓 Plus:

• 6 weeks of in-person training
• A Level 3 qualification in Screen Production
• Fully funded & no experience needed
• Led by industry professionals
• and an IMDb credit for your work

Ready to help tell a story that matters?

More About the Course:

• Fully funded (yep, 100% FREE) by New College Durham/Skills Bootcamps
• 6 weeks, in-person, creative & practical
• Session timetable usually Tuesday - Thursday during the day, exact session times TBC
• Based at Crew Gal HQ in North Shields

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Below are two of our most recent productions, produced entirely by our Crew Gal Learners.