3MW: Proposal

1. Mind-map ideas (concept, themes, content etc) for a new 3 Minute Wonder. You may produce a mind-map using any method you see fit, such as a Prezi, blog, PowerPoint, sugar paper etc. Be sure to upload / embed the finished mind-map.


2. Select you favorite / most viable idea and argue why it would be the most suitable one to produce.

• Write a brief outline for the production (a concept overview)
• Identify the genre and format of the concept, i.e., how will it be presented? (Format; expository, interactive, observational, performative, reflexive. Genre; docudrama, docusoap, infotainment, ‘reality’ TV, educational, wildlife, special interest, makeover).
• Who would be your target audience? (remember primary and secondary divide and also to use terms such as demographics etc.)
• What would the aim of the documentary be? What do you hope to achieve by producing a documentary centered on your chosen idea?
• Where will you need to film? Will you need to travel to a location / various locations?
• Who will you need to be part of the production? Will you need other crew? Will you need experts / witnesses?
• Write some sample interview questions (only applicable if you intend to have interviews - this includes talking heads where the interviewer is not present on screen).
• What equipment, props and costumes will you need to produce your idea? Do you already have what is needed? What will you need to buy in?
• What is your proposed budget for this production?

3. Informally pitch your idea to Ellie.