In 2025, documentary and unscripted production teams face tighter schedules, smaller crews, and rising expectations. Here’s how smarter workflows — and practical AI — can help creative teams adapt.

The best productions run on systems you never see. Process design has become a creative skill — one that shapes how teams think, collaborate, and tell stories with clarity and intent.

Text-based editing tools like Descript offer speed and accessibility in documentary post-production — but they’re not a replacement for traditional systems. Here’s how to use them where they shine.

AI integration isn’t about replacing post-production — it’s about designing smarter systems. The most effective teams use it to streamline workflows, reduce friction, and keep their focus where it belongs: on the story.