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Join us for an exclusive online masterclass with Jess Gormley, Executive Producer for The Guardian Documentaries. In this session, she’ll share her expertise on producing for The Guardian and how to craft compelling stories. Jess will also offer feedback on short live pitches to selected projects.

What You’ll Gain:

• Producing for The Guardian Documentaries: Learn about the production process at Guardian Documentaries, how to craft impactful stories, and what makes a documentary stand out for their platform.
• Selection Criteria & Storytelling Focus: Discover the types of films Guardian seeks and how to align your project with their editorial vision and audience.
• Real-World Impact & Distribution: Gain insights into how Guardian documentaries influence global conversations, with examples of films played in Parliament and Congress, and understand the distribution process for maximum impact.
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About Jess Gormley:
Jess has worked for Guardian Documentaries for five years, exec producing on the strand’s OSCAR, BAFTA and EMMY-winning short films for the Guardian’s online platforms. Jess specialises in news adjacent, character-driven documentaries that go on to have real-world impact, with examples of projects playing in the Houses of Parliament in the UK and Congress in the US. Prior to the Guardian, Jess spent ten years working as a film producer, in both scripted and non-scripted roles for cinema and broadcast.

About The Guardian Documentaries:
The Guardian Documentaries are an expression of The Guardian’s core editorial purpose and ethos. We curate and commission films from around the world for our global audience and are committed to telling contemporary stories with a unique artistic vision that have the power to provoke, surprise, and engage audiences with the changing world we live in. Our films provide a window into the lives of the people behind the headlines.

Event Details:

• Date: May 30th
• Time: 10:00 AM BST / 11:00 AM CET / 5:00 PM PHT
• Format: Online Workshop
• Registration Fee: €34

How to Register:

Secure your spot by signing up below. Upon successful payment, you will receive an email with further information. Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged.