Title: STORY EDITING FOR AUDIO: ROBERT SMITH
Date & Time: June 25, 2:00pm – July 1, 9:00am
Location: Monson Maine
Registration link: monsonarts.org/workshops

Description:
This workshop will demystify the role of the story editor in creating audio narratives. Distinct from producing, reporting or mixing work, a story editor helps to shape, refine, support and guide reporters and producers in making narrative audio pieces by editing scripts, thinking through story structure, listening to tape, and guiding the decision-making process.  Whether you are a producer or an aspiring editor, this workshop will be a valuable addition to your toolkit. This will be a hands-on class and students will have a chance to edit actual work in progress. We’ll cover the editor’s essential toolbox, strategies for structure, project management, working with collaborators, navigating power and relationship dynamics in the creative process, and how to give great feedback. Sessions will be a mix of lecture, discussion, listening, and hands-on practice. This workshop is aimed at mid-career audio producers who want to make the leap to editing but are looking for some concrete skills and guidance to do so. This workshop is offered in collaboration with the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies.

TUITION, ROOM & BOARD
Single: $1465
Double: $1240

Contact: director@monsonarts.org

Directions: Monson is located in the north-central Highlands of Maine, close to mountainous regions great for outdoor recreation. It is approximately 250 miles north of Boston (4hrs), 140 miles from Portland (2.5 hrs), and 60 miles from Bangor (1.15hrs).