CRPR 377 - Creative Producing for the Non-Major

Prerequisite, not available to Creative Producing majors. This course is an overview of the roles and responsibilities of the producer in film and television, and the process of producing for various entertainment companies and audiences. The course focuses on the producer as the “driving force” - from the conception of the project, packaging, development, pre-production, distribution, and marketing - as well as the producer’s relationships with personnel above the line, below the line, and executives. In supervising a film or television show, producers wear many hats and are ultimately responsible for everyone delivering on time and on budget. Homework and practical exercises are structured to educate students on basic essentials - sourcing material, pitching, analyzing markets, and breaking down scripts - which are required in any discipline in film and television. Letter grade. (Offered as needed.) 3 credits