CERTIFICATE IN PRODUCING

The producer's role is a combination of entrepreneurship, managerial skills, and creativity in the television and film industries. 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 a 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 six courses--four required and two electives.

This certificate has been restructured. Students who began this certificate prior to fall 2007 have four years to complete their certificate according to the requirements in the SCPS bulletin the semester they began. Call (212) 998-7171 for more information.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required Courses (4 of these courses are required)
	Finance Management for Film and TV Once a film or television show is given the go-ahead for production, the management of production costs becomes essential. This course is designed for producers,... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9125	$725
	Entertainment 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)		X34.9136	$995
	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)		X34.9138	$1,025
	Producing Intensive Beginning and prospective producers chart paths toward their goals in this intensive course. Understand producers' core functions and responsibilities through an overview of the creative,... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9149	$1,095
	Producing Fundamentals This course provides an overview of the core functions and responsibilities of film producers. Using one feature film script as a working project from week... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9509	$875
Electives (2 of these courses are required)
	Film Marketing and Distribution This course explores how marketing and distribution strategies have changed over the past two decades. Discussions include how distributors get films into theatres, and the... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9088	$565
	Story Analysis for Producers Every successful film begins with a good story and every experienced producer recognizes the importance of nurturing and developing the screenplay. Learn to identify story... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9131	$910
	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)		X34.9167	$925
	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)		X34.9425	$925

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