Film, Video, and Broadcasting

CERTIFICATE IN PRODUCING

In the television and film industries, the producer's role is a combination of entrepreneurship, managerial skills, and creativity. Learn the responsibilities of a producer and gain an understanding of the underlying business management principles of television and other entertainment media. This certificate comprises three levels of classes that cover the creative, executive, and administrative responsibilities of an independent producer, and teaches the skill set needed to become an effective member of a producer's unit.

Upon completion of the program, students know how to:

• Vet a script to determine budget.
• Develop a budget, identify typical expenditure areas, and track expenses during production.
• Strengthen scripts.
• Put together an investment prospectus and identify likely investors.
• Create a pitch for networks, cable channels, or studios.
• Read, understand, and utilize basic contracts and legal business agreements between the different components of a production company, the crew, and the investors.

To earn the certificate, an average grade of B or higher is required, indicating successful completion of five courses--four required and one elective.

NOTE: Students may choose between Producing Fundamentals/PENT1-CE9509 or Producing Intensive/PENT1-CE9149, since they cover similar material.

This certificate has been revised. Students who began this certificate prior to fall 2011 have four years to complete the certificate according to the requirements in the NYU-SCPS bulletin in the semester they began.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (4 of these courses are required)
	Producing Fundamentals This course covers the creative, executive, and technical (line producing and production management) responsibilities in all phases of production and distribution to provide an overview... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9509	$915
	Producing Intensive Beginning and prospective producers chart paths toward their goals in this intensive course. Understand producers' core responsibilities through an overview of the creative, executive, and... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9149	$1,150
	Finance Management for Film and TV Once a film or television show is given the go-ahead for production, cost management becomes essential. This course is designed for producers, film and television... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9125	$725
	Law for Producers Established or aspiring film and television producers develop familiarity with entertainment law's contracts and legal principles, and learn how to find and effectively work with... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9136	$825
	Creative Development Process Have you ever wondered where film ideas come from? For major studios, the development department is a key component to which they devote a large... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9123	$615
Electives (1 of these courses are required)
	Documentary Development, Research, and Financing This lecture-based course is designed for individuals interested in developing and producing documentaries. Students focus on honing their ideas into viable projects by addressing all... (click on course name to read more)		DFLM1-CE9425	$970
	Producing for TV and New Media How does someone with a great idea for a new program develop it into a successful project? This intermediate-level course is for those serious about... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9167	$970
	Production Company Management Acquire a working knowledge of how to form a company that develops and produces products for film and television. Understand the business structure for developing,... (click on course name to read more)		PENT1-CE9138	$1,125
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