VM 475 - Creative Producing for Film

Credits: 4
Emphasizes the role of the producer as a key creative force behind a film. Students explore the fundamental cornerstones of that role: identifying and nurturing material, acquiring business skills, developing the ability to form creative collaborations, and understanding financial and distribution opportunities. The course examines the ways in which a creative producer engages with a project from conception through completion with a focus on the development process. Students discuss original ideas; source material (books, stories); pitching; creating log lines; script coverage; the notes process; and assembling the creative team. Customary business affairs are covered, including chain-of-title and talent and option/purchase agreements as well as key concepts for financing, marketing, and distribution.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): VM 332 or VM 370
Course Restrictions: Junior standing
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