Get on Set: Make a Documentary
Overview
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.
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Highlights
- ages 19+
- In person
- Free parking
Location
Crew Gal HQ @ RED
Synergy House
Lawson Street North Shields NE29 6TG United Kingdom
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