Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

documentarist

noun

/ˌdɒkjʊˈmɛntərɪst/

Definition

A person who creates documentaries, focusing on real-life narratives and factual events.

Examples

The documentarist spent years interviewing subjects from different backgrounds for the film.
As a documentarist, she traveled to remote locations to capture authentic stories.
His work as a documentarist has received numerous awards for its impactful storytelling.

Meaning

A documentarist is involved in producing, directing, or researching documentaries that aim to inform or educate the audience about various topics, often through visual storytelling.