A Traveling Workshop Inspiring Diverse Documentary Filmmakers
We are a pop-up-style workshop that offers apprenticeships, mentorship, and skills-building opportunities for aspiring, underrepresented non-fiction visual storytellers.
WHAT WE DO
Skills-Based Workshops
Pop Up Docs™ partners with community-based organizations, community colleges, and universities to introduce students (14-25) to documentary filmmaking techniques. Our innovative “bookmobile meets Masterclass” approach provides custom learning solutions that will leave your community inspired by the stories in their backyard!
A Learning Community
At Pop Up Docs™, students will join a FREE community of talented, diverse storytellers that fosters empowerment and encouragement throughout their documentary filmmaking journey. Members and partners can also subscribe to unlock even more value through our curated and exclusive educational content library.
Explore Career Pathways
From day one, students will engage in hands-on experiences supplemented by authentic assessment. Upon completion of our workshop, our students will have two to four exemplary visual products that can be used to launch their portfolios, preparing them for college or jobs in visual media.
Pop Up Docs™ aims to democratize storytelling by leveraging technology and person-to-person interactions to deliver highly individualized educational experiences that meet the unique needs of every learner, ultimately preparing them for opportunities in higher education and careers in visual media.
Coming Soon, Near You
Recent Events
January 19, 20, 26, 27th
LIFTxVoices' inaugural workshop highlighted Detroit's trusted messenger and beloved columnist Darren Nichols (Detroit Free Press). The LIFT x Voices programming is a public-facing data-driven storytelling project that allows researchers from the LIFT project to collaborate with media makers to visualize the data we collect for the general public. During our first workshop, ten Michigan high school students learned how to research, light, prepare external audio capture, compose a camera, and manipulate LED lighting to produce a short documentary-style interview about the named trusted messenger and Detroit Free Press columnist Darren Nichols. Video edited by Pop Up Docs.
East Lansing Public Library
East Lansing, MI
What we did
FAQs
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If you are interested in partnering with Pop Up Docs™, simply contact us at info@popupdocs.org and tell us more about your organization or institution.
We will work closely with you to identify your goals and develop a customized program that meets the unique needs of your community.
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Pop Up Docs™ offers a variety of workshops designed to introduce individuals to the world of documentary filmmaking and mobile filmmaking. Our current workshops include:
• Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking - We cover the basics of storytelling, cinematography, and editing.
• Mobile Filmmaking - We focus on the skills and practices for creating short films using smartphones and other mobile devices.
• Customized Workshops - These sessions are tailored to our participants' needs and interests.
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Pop Up Docs™ workshops are offered free of charge to participants, there is no cost to attend. Our workshops are designed to provide accessible media education opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Please check our website or contact us directly to learn more about upcoming workshops in your area.
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The cost of hosting a Pop Up Docs™ workshop varies depending on a number of factors, including the length of the program, the number of participants, and the location of the workshop.
We offer competitive pricing and will work with you to create a program that fits your budget. Please contact us through our website for more information and to receive a personalized quote.
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Pop Up Docs™ is a registered Michigan non-profit corporation (ID# 803028025) and will apply for 501(C)3 non-profit status to better serve our community and expand our reach in 2024.
We are also open to fiscal sponsorships. If your organization is interested in supporting Pop Up Docs™, please contact us at info@popupdocs.org Thank you for your support!
“What an amazing opportunity for young storytellers to begin or continue their filmmaking journey. “
Khary Mason, Co-Founder of Capturing Belief ( Pop Up Docs™ X Capturing Belief Workshop Article )
