DOC NYC PRO Fall 2022

To experience the DOC NYC PRO lineup, purchase an individual PRO Day Pass (via the Buy Ticket button on individual pages) to hone in on a specific subject, or benefit from discounted pricing when you purchase Multi-Day Pass Packs to an assortment of topic strands.

Join us this Fall from November 10-17 at Cinépolis Chelsea as we welcome you to an event aimed to empower filmmakers as they take the next steps in their careers. We will provide opportunities to be in community listening, sharing, discussing, learning, and being challenged. No matter what stage you’re at in your career or the needs you have as a filmmaker, we have a thematic day programmed for you!

Each PRO Day Pass grants access to a single DOC NYC PRO day comprised of four panel discussions and all day access to the NBC News Studios Lounge where you can enjoy complimentary breakfast and happy hour.

Thu, November 10

Funding Day

Join us for conversations from noted funders tracking new trends and offering insights into funding your films.


Fri, November 11

Producing Day

Leading producers and executives share expertise about current trends in producing for features.


Sat, November 12

Cinematography Day

A deep dive into various aspects of cinematography including case studies from noted DP’s.


Sun, November 13

Editing Day

Case studies from prominent editors will elucidate the craft and help build your editor’s toolkit.


Mon, November 14

Journalism Day

Hear from experts as we deep dive into the nexus of journalism and doc filmmaking exploring contemporary themes and trends between these two worlds.


Let’s go in depth into the world of music for feature docs and docuseries. Learn how to source and collaborate with a composer, set them up for success while also avoiding any music licensing pitfalls.


Wed, November 16

Documentary Series Day

Unpacking the nuts and bolts of creating, selling, and distributing a doc series. Hear from both leading executives and filmmakers.


Thu, November 17

Distribution Day

The distribution landscape can be opaque and convoluted. Gain clarity and inspiration from filmmakers and distribution experts.


Funding Day (Nov. 10) Join us for conversations from noted funders tracking new trends and offering insights into funding your films. 

Producing Day (Nov. 11) Leading producers and executives share expertise about current trends in producing for features.

Co-presented by Participant

Cinematography Day (Nov. 12) 

A deep dive into various aspects of cinematography including case studies from noted DP’s.

Co-presented by National Geographic

Editing Day (Nov. 13)

Case studies from prominent editors will elucidate the craft and help build your editor’s toolkit. 

Journalism and Documentary Day  (Nov. 14)

Hear from experts as we deep dive into the nexus of journalism and doc filmmaking exploring contemporary themes and trends between these two worlds. 

Co-presented by NBC News Studios

Music for Documentaries Day (Nov. 15) 

Let’s go in depth into the world of music for feature docs and docuseries. Learn how to source and collaborate with a composer, set them up for success while also avoiding any music licensing pitfalls.

Co-presented by Amazon Studios

Documentary Series Day (Nov. 16)

Unpacking the nuts and bolts of creating, selling, and distributing a doc series. Hear from both leading executives and filmmakers. 

Co-presented by Hulu

Distribution Day (Nov. 17)

The distribution landscape can be opaque and convoluted. Gain clarity and inspiration from filmmakers and distribution experts.

Additional details, including daily panel schedules and confirmed speakers, to be announced.

DOC NYC PRO is co-presented by:

Health & safety protocols for attending DOC NYC 2022 will be announced in mid-September. 

For questions about accommodations and accessibility, including requests for live ASL interpretation, please email accessibility@docnyc.net. If you have any additional questions, please email us at ticketing@docnyc.net.