Explore the world through nonfiction filmmaking.
MFA Social Documentary Film at SVA gives you the skills you need
to tell compelling stories and build a career in a thriving industry.
MFA Social Documentary Film at SVA gives you the skills you need
to tell compelling stories and build a career in a thriving industry.
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July 26, 2019
IDA Spotlight: SocDoc Faculty Tips for New Projects
One of our best jobs here at SVA's MFA in Social Documentary Program is advising our graduate students on their film ideas, helping them make their concepts strong. The idea stage can be invigorating, but successful films happen with thoughtful planning. We surveyed our esteemed faculty for suggestions on what filmmakers should consider as they embark on a new project.
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May 29, 2019
Now Streaming: SocDoc Alumni
A great many SocDoc alumni films are recently streaming into the comfort of your home these days - so we compiled a list to make a TV party easy for you! Check out the work our alumni are making, and tell a friend.
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April 04, 2019
Spring Festivals!
Festival season is ramping up and our prolific SocDoc alum are screening at major festivals across North America. Here’s a rundown of where SocDocers and their films are at over the next few months:
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March 29, 2019
2019 Alumni Editing Fellowship
Graduates of SVA’s MFA Documentary program (Groups 1 through 8) are invited to apply for the second annual SocDoc Summer Editing Fellowship with their documentary features in post-production.
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