Please fill out the form below. It helps us understand how we can best support you and where you’re headed. If it’s a good fit, we’ll set up a short Zoom conversation to talk through next steps and answer any questions you have.

We’re thoughtful about who we bring in, not to create barriers, but because the community matters to us. The work we’re doing asks a lot, and it works best when there’s trust and shared direction.

Apply when you’re ready

Please film out the form below.

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

State *

Country *

Which role best describes how you see yourself right now? *DFS is built around collaboration. People show up here ready to learn, contribute, and work alongside others.

Which best describes your current situation? *

I am actively developing or producing a documentary

I have a clear idea and am preparing to move it forward

I do not have a project yet, but I know my current way of working is no longer sustainable

I'm considering funding a project and getting educated

I work in the non-profit space, hire filmmakers and need a more efficient and collaborative system

I am exploring possibilities without urgency

If you are working on a documentary or preparing to start one, briefly describe where you are in the process. *

Which best describes your current access to the story? *

I already have access to my main subject(s)

I am in active conversations with my subject(s)

I am still working on access

Not applicable (I don't have a project idea yet)

What stage best describes where you are? *

Which statement best reflects how you work? *

I personally handle most aspects of production

I collaborate closely but don’t do everything myself

I lead projects by assembling the right people and systems

Beginning marketing, distribution, and impact

Stalled / stuck

Not applicable (I don't have a project yet)

N/A

What feels like it's not working or risky about moving forward? *

I don't have a clear efficient system that's repeatable for my commercial or documentary work

My commercial or client-based system doesn’t translate to impact documentary

I don’t have a clear roadmap from idea to impact

I’m unsure what I should do myself vs. what I should delegate

Assembling the right team feels unclear or overwhelming

I’m missing accountability and momentum

I feel isolated in this work

Why are you considering Doc Film School at this point *

What feels risky or intimidating about joining DFS? *

Examples might include time commitment, cost, fear of not following through, past experiences with courses, uncertainty about your role, or something else.There is no correct answer. We value honesty more than confidence.

How did you hear about DFS? *

Which statement best reflects your readiness? *

I’m ready to follow a system, even if it’s challenging

I’m nervous, but staying stuck feels worse

I’m mostly exploring options

DFS is a participation-based environment.Applicants who select the third option are unlikely to be a fit at this time.

What are the 1–2 biggest obstacles preventing you from finishing this film (select up to two) *

How many years have you been involved in documentary filmmaking? *

0-1 year

1-2 years

2-3 years

4 or more

If you share work publicly, please include links below

Website
Instagram
Youtube
Facebook

What kind of work do you primarily share on these platforms? *

If your work moved forward in a healthy, sustainable way, what would “success” look like 12 months from now? *

FINAL NOTE

Doc Film School is built for the long term.
We’re intentionally growing a trusted community of people who take responsibility for their projects, for each other, and for the impact their work has in the world.

This works best when people show up, use a shared framework, and take the work seriously. We’re not here to help everyone make a film.

Our goal is not to help everyone make a film.
Our goal is to help the right people get to where they want to go.

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