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What you need to know about using AI in the media
We wanted to know what storytellers need to pay attention to when using the technology in journalism or documentary filmmaking in the global south
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Changemakers on Film: Constructive Visual Storytelling
OWM Senior Programme Manager, Lisya Yafet, explains why we need more solutions oriented short docs, and OWM’s effort to bridge the gap
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Can I Hug You? – A film by GSDF alumni Elahe Esmaili
Our alumni Elahe Esmaili directs and presents Can I Hug You?
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When a personal story is bigger than you
We spoke to some of our alumni who have produced compelling films based on their personal experiences
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An Alumni spotlight from our 35th Awards
So many familiar names at our 35th Awards
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14 rising stars in documentary filmmaking
We are thrilled to announce the 14 filmmakers who have been selected to attend the Global Short Docs Forum and have the chance to pitch their stories to commissioners from some of the industry’s most established digital platforms.
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6 things commissioners look for in your short documentary pitch
There’s no secret sauce, but we’ve spoken to enough commissioners in our time to share some of their best tips!
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Apply now for the Global Short Docs Forum
After an exciting launch at the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival, applications are now open for the Global Short Docs Forum. If you’re working on a short documentary, we want to hear from you!
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7 ways to build connections as a freelance journalist
Building a professional network can often feel like a thankless task. Especially as a freelancer. But having a community of likeminded peers around you can be invaluable.
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Staff Pick: Living the Chinese Dream
For years the Chinese city of Yiwu has welcomed business-savvy Syrians, Yemenis, Libyans and Iraqis, but without laws recognising refugees many of the city’s migrants are worried about how long they will…
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Staff Pick: Love in the Factories
Pressured into conforming to heterosexual expectations, LGBT women seek refuge by going to work in Cambodia’s garment factories. Directed by Eve Watling Q+A with the filmmaker For the first of…
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One World Media Awards 2019: From the Intern’s Perspective
I’ve worked at One World Media this summer as a communications assistant through my university’s abroad work program. I’ve met and gotten to know One World Media’s six-member team. Every day,…
