The Art and Science of Interviewing

About the Workshop

Whether you are making a documentary, trying to get a job, or just trying to get to know someone better, interviewing is one of the most versatile and beneficial skills one can learn in today’s world. This class is a fascinating deep dive into the science of great conversation, and how to get the most and best information from whoever you’re talking to. This ranges from using research and planning to write the most insightful and relevant questions, to managing your body language and facial expressions while talking and listening, to improvising during the interview and building upon the interviewees’ answers to create an enlightening conversation. After finishing this class, you will be skilled in all the above. All experience levels are welcome!

September 2 and 9th, 5:30 to 7:30pm

About the Instructor

Rory Liddy is an award-winning filmmaker, educator, and entrepreneur. He is a native of Cambridge, MA, though he has spent a little bit of time everywhere else as well. With a passion for all things media, he has created his own projects, as well as producing for other artists, TV stations, studios, etc. He single-handedly directed, shot, and edited his most recent documentary, Auraganic (2025), which was nominated for Best Documentary at 6 film festivals, and is currently in distribution with major streaming platforms. He loves to share his knowledge with others, and strongly believes that media literacy is one of the major keys to success in today’s world. 
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