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Fall 2018 Newsletter from Docs In Progress
As the programming year winds down and Docs In Progress gets ready to relocate to a new, bigger space, we recount some of the highlights of this fall, preview what's coming up in the new year, and share news from alums, upcoming funding deadlines, hot reads, and more...
Read moreBehind the Scenes at Full Frame With Its Festival Director
As part of our Fellowship Program, selected Fellows attend the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. 2018 Fellow Khiné Bonner was so inspired by the experience that he did a follow up interview with the festival's director, Deirdre Haj.
Summer 2018 News From Docs In Progress
Relive a busy summer at Docs In Progress. Learn where we will be moving next year. Discover projects selected for our upcoming industry pitch. Get a sneak peek at fall programs from Docs In Progress and other organizations. Plus news from alums, upcoming funding deadlines, hot reads, and more...
Read moreNine Peer Pitch alumni projects selected for Industry Pitch
Nine projects originally presented at Peer Pitch programs around the country have been selected to return to Washington DC for an industry pitch. The pitch will take place Friday October 12 as part of the Double Exposure Investigative Film Festival.
Read moreA New Space and a New Era for Docs In Progress
In early 2019, Docs In Progress will move to new permanent space in downtown Silver Spring. It may seem like deja vu. While our 2017 move happened after the "Documentary House" was sold by a landlord, our upcoming move has been in the works for more than two years.
Read moreRoundtable Roundup: Making an Impact at the Local Level
While many social issue filmmakers want their documentaries to make an impact at the national level, because of the decentralized nature of the United States, sometimes films can have the most impact at the state and local level. A recent WIFV/Docs In Progress Documentary Roundtable focused on this topic.
Read moreKeeping the Creative Juices Juicy: A Fellow's Perspective
Tien Pasco is one of ten 2018 Docs In Progress Fellows. Like many folks trying to balance independent documentary work with client work, she knows how challenging it can be to find time to focus on being creative. She has found a way which works for her and may for you.
Read moreDocs In Progress Named "One of the Best" Nonprofits
As it celebrates its 16th anniversary serving the Greater Washington Region, the Catalogue for Philanthropy is proud to honor Docs In Progress.
Read moreSpring 2018 Newsletter
Meet our 2018 Filmmaker in Residence. Get a sneak peek at our next Docs In The City screening. Get a Fellows' perspective on the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. Commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Catonsville Nine. Plus news from alums, upcoming funding deadlines, hot reads, and more...
Read moreFatigued at Full Frame? A Fellow's Perspective
Ray Whitehouse was one of ten 2018 Docs In Progress Fellows to attend the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival. He arrived early on Thursday morning and left late on Sunday night. He reflects on all the time he spent in the middle.
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