Documentary film training in Mallorca – Practical and creative training
Do you want to learn how to create documentaries that transcend? In our documentary film courses in Mallorca you will discover how to transform an idea into a film, from the script to post-production, accompanied by professionals from the audiovisual sector.
Documentary film training in Mallorca – Practical and creative training
In El Obrador we know there’s a huge potential for stories that deserve to be told. That’s why our documentary film courses are not limited to technique: we teach you to observe, interpret and narrate reality with an artistic, critical and personal eye.
Unlike traditional schools, we work in an inclusive and participatory environment , where young people and groups with less access to culture find a space to express themselves and develop as audiovisual creators.
Why choose our documentary film courses in Mallorca?
PERSONALIZED MENTORING WITH PROFESSIONALS
Each student receives individual guidance from film and television professionals. Our mentors will guide you from the development of your idea to the final cut.
Creative residencies in nature
With programs like Calmadocs , you will live an immersive experience in the heart of nature, working on your documentary while disconnecting from the urban routine and connecting with the inspiration that Mallorca offers.
DOCUMENTARY FILM COURSES
Promoting cultural empowerment, collective self-esteem, and social cohesion are some of the objectives of these courses, in which we learn not only how to use the camera and video editing tools but, more specifically, how to think of ways to represent what matters to them or how to self-represent who they are.
We offer various courses in collaboration with various organizations to learn how to create short documentaries. Contact us for more information.
- Introduction to documentary film and project development
- Documentary film for university students and alumni of humanities courses
- Production and assembly
WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN
(6-15 years)
In a world dominated by moving images, discovering audiovisual media as a tool for artistic and cultural creation and self-representation is essential to the learning journey.
In these eminently practical workshops, we learn the value of cinematic images not only through watching films but also through the early creation of audiovisual pieces. Because it is in making that children discover how to think and make decisions in images, building emotion, storytelling, and community.
Through the Conselleria d’Educació and the CEP of Inca we have had the opportunity to put into practice several workshops where in a few hours,
TEACHER TRAINING
A socio-educational project developed in collaboration with the Conselleria d’Educació (Balearic Government) and the Palma Educa program of the City Council, aimed at teaching secondary school students about documentary filmmaking through viewing and analysis of films. The project involved a dozen secondary school and vocational training centers in Palma. The dynamic consisted of classroom sessions, followed by a screening of films in the cinema with the presence and discussion of filmmakers, followed by a discussion on the subject and narrative format.
Collaboration with cultural and educational institutions
We have the support of entities such as Universitat de les Illes Balears, Palma Educa, Conselleria d’Educació and the Ministry of Culture , which guarantees the quality and projection of your training.
El Obrador: your film school in Mallorca
At El Obrador we don’t just teach film: we create community. Our goal is to accompany each student in their creative process, providing them with technical tools, human support, and a space to grow as an artist.
Our identity is deeply connected to Balearic culture: from workshops in Palma schools to artistic residencies in nature , including collaborations with festivals and cultural events in Mallorca such as Majordocs where we will program the best works.