Structured Training

Australian wildlife cinematographer Shannon Benson on location in South Africa. © Russell MacLaughlin

structured training

Working within the nature and environment space, Nature Through Her Eyes offers structured education to women in filmmaking in the natural world. Our Nature Through Her Eyes tuition-free programs equip storytellers with the tools to define their contribution and create stories that resonate. We provide technical guidance, equipment, in-the-field training, and opportunities for professional collaboration.

Nature Through Her Eyes training programs are held in-person and online and are based on a 3-level structure.

Level 1

Level 1 is a 12-week program held online for 10-12 women filmmakers. We hold two Level 1 courses annually on documentary filmmaking and production, including classes on structure, writing, research, budgeting, and production.

Level 2

Level 2 is a 12-week online program that takes the 10 best students from Level 1 and equips them with additional skills, extending the concepts from Level 1 and adding business skills, copywriting techniques, and networking advice. We hold two Level 2 courses annually.

Level 3

Level 3 is an all-inclusive 10-12 week in-person program comprising the most accomplished students from Level 2.