How the Pros Make Killer Documentaries

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Emmy-nominated filmmaker and documentary editor Roger Nygard, ACE, (known for "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Trekkies") reveals 9 essential secrets to making a great documentary. From finding the right idea to conducting interviews, proper framing, and bold storytelling, Roger shares insider tips from his extensive career in the film industry. Learn how to craft compelling stories, focus on key characters, and use editing to shape the final narrative.

If you're an aspiring documentarian, this video is packed with valuable insights on topics like character-driven storytelling, how to ask the right interview questions, framing techniques (eyeline, negative space, camera angles), and the importance of pacing during editing. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this masterclass will help you elevate your documentary filmmaking.

*Keywords:* documentary filmmaking, documentary editing, how to make a documentary, storytelling tips, camera framing techniques, Roger Nygard, filmmaking secrets, documentary structure, conducting interviews, pacing in editing, character-driven storytelling.

00:00 What Makes a Great Documentary
02:16 Secret 1
03:14 Secret 2
04:04 Secret 3
06:36 Secret 4
10:03 Free Webinar with Roger
10:34 Secret 5
12:32 Secret 6
15:14 Secret 7
16:22 Secret 8
17:47 Secret 9
20:05 Roger's Book

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THIS GUY EDITS (TGE) is a YouTube channel by film editor Sven Pape, an A.C.E. award nominee whose credits include work for directors James Cameron, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Sundance filmmaker Mark Webber.

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