Oregon Media Lab

04/11/2026

Doc Camp begins! Let's go!

02/18/2026

Registration for Doc Camp 2026 is now open! We'd love for you to join us! Register at www.oregonmedialab.com

02/06/2026

A must read for all independent documentary filmmakers.

https://documentary.org/online-feature/being-2-documentary-america-2026?fbclid=Iwb21leAPy2ipjbGNrA_LZ_GV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHqH8jCUbL_4MnXu1PsDZ61hnb3YuhED7rDUXIaLYuWnkaqRa2Nb2rcuXDraZ_aem_9HAKRaOBV9lUhVqvHANiEA

12/29/2025

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

11/14/2025

Come celebrate the wonderful Courtney Hermann and the latest edition of Directing the Documentary (my documentary bible and hopefully, yours) at this upcoming free event! Reserve your tickets today!

https://tomorrowtheater.org/movies/directing-the-documentary-w-g-chesler-and-courtney-hermann/

On December 14, 2025, filmmaker and educator Courtney Hermann joins G. Chesler at Portland’s Tomorrow Theater for Directing the Documentary, an evening of conversation, clips, and reflection on documentary filmmaking. Hermann, co-author of Michael Rabiger’s seminal text Directing the Documentary, will discuss her award-winning films and the evolving art of documentary as both craft and human connector. Co-presented with NW Documentary, Catalyst Film Collective, Women in Film Portland, and Oregon Media Lab this will be a unique gathering of media artists across our independent film communities in Portland. Presented by G6 Pictures, this event was made possible by RACC.

Tickets FREE. Join documentary filmmaker and educator Courtney Hermann for an evening of conversation, film clips, and reflection on the evolving practice of directing the documentary.

07/07/2025

Don't miss this fantastic FREE post-production workshop, everybody!!!!!

Have you ever wondered how you should talk to a colorist? Or what a colorist even does? Have you struggled to put together a post production budget? Have you spent hours trying to decipher the process of prepping your film for post?
Come hang out with the folks from Aesthetica Post for a 2 hour workshop on all things post production and picture finishing. We will cover some tips on shooting for post, prepping and moving into the online process, what questions you should be asking of your colorist, and some language you can use in the color process. We will also talk post production budgeting, equipment needs and how to plan for the final phases of finishing your film. Followed by a Q&A and late happy hour. Drinks and snacks provided.

Date: Wednesday, June 9th
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Location: NW Documentary at Sunnyside Community Center

Check out our website to take a look at some recent work we have finished and get to know us!

Aesthetica is a q***r- and women-led, post production team. We are collaborators on television and film projects with stories focused on historically underrepresented communities. Color Grading for documentary, feature film, commercial and other film and tv projects. Specialized post production team

06/26/2025

Does everybody know about the Lloyd District Lending Library? Nonprofits can borrow things like screens, tables, coolers, cables and more for FREE! Imagine an organization that makes it easier for nonprofits to pursue their missions!?!? FOR FREE!!!!!!!!

PROJECTS Lending Library Your destination for borrowing free event supplies in Portland that reduce costs, support a circular economy, and reduce barriers for inclusive events. As a dedicated community resource, we offer an array of supplies designed to support neighborhood groups, community-based o...

05/12/2025

Fierce soccer. Strong women. Bold Portland. All this in one film! What more could you ask for!? Be part of our team!!! www.unmatchedfilm.com

05/04/2025

Be a champion of women's soccer! Your pledge means we can finish post-production and share this amazing film with the world!!! www.unmatchedfilm.com

05/01/2025

Hey doc filmmakers! Here's an INCREDIBLE in-depth resource full of tips and advice to guide you through the Non-Fiction Core Application! Share it with your pals!!

The Non-Fiction Core Application Project is a collaborative effort by a group of documentary funders, with the goal of alleviating some of the burden of proposal writing through the standardization of application requirements. The application aims to provide you with the opportunity to share your ...