Description
Certification Name: Certified Documentary Filmmaker
Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/JPM/CDF/V1
Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).
Objective: The Certified Documentary Filmmaker course is designed to equip aspiring and emerging filmmakers with the creative, technical, and ethical skills required to conceptualize, produce, direct, and distribute compelling documentary films. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the documentary genre, including its history, styles, narrative structures, research techniques, visual storytelling, cinematography, sound design, and post-production.
Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.
Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional – International Certification and Assessment Body.
Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:
Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.
Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.
Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.
Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.
Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.
Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking: History and evolution of documentary cinema, Types and genres of documentaries, Ethics and responsibilities of documentary filmmakers, Key elements of documentary storytelling, Famous documentary filmmakers and their works, Introduction to international documentary film festivals.
Module 2: Research and Development: Topic selection and idea development, Conducting factual and credible research, Writing a documentary proposal, Preparing a treatment and synopsis, Budgeting and funding sources, Legal and copyright considerations.
Module 3: Pre-Production Planning: Scriptwriting for documentaries, Storyboarding and shot planning, Crew roles and responsibilities, Equipment selection and planning, Scheduling and location scouting, Interview techniques and preparation.
Module 4: Production Techniques: Camera techniques and framing for documentaries, Lighting for different environments, Recording high-quality sound, Conducting live interviews, B-roll and observational shooting, Managing on-location challenges.
Module 5: Post-Production Process: Editing styles and techniques in documentary, Using editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro), Sound design and audio mixing, Voice-over and narration recording, Color correction and grading, Creating subtitles and translations.
Module 6: Distribution and Career Development: Film festival strategies and submissions, Online platforms and digital distribution, Marketing and promotional tools, Pitching your documentary to broadcasters, Building a filmmaker portfolio and showreel, Career pathways and freelance opportunities in documentary filmmaking.
GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:
- Duration- 60 minutes.
- Number of Questions- 30.
- Number of Questions from each module: 5.
- Language: English.
- Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
- Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
- There is no negative marking in any module.
| Marking System: | |||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks |
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 30 | 100 | ||
| How Students will be Graded: | |||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | |
| 5 | 50-60 | P (Pass) | |
| 6 | 0-49 | F (Fail) | |
Benefits of Certification:
🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.
📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.
💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.
🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.
📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.
🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.
⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.
