Film & Television Production
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George Lucas Instructional Building (LUC) 404
Originating and Developing Ideas for
Film
Exercises in observation, imaginative association,
visualization, etc., that deepen the creative process and
lead to ideas, stories, characters and images for narrative,
documentary and experimental films.
CTPR 288 / 2 units / Amanda Pope / 18469R / 6:30-9:30 pm / T
CTPR 288 / 2 units / Carroll Hodge / 18470R / 1-3:50 pm / W
Motion Picture Camera
(CNTV)*
The magic of creating images on film from using cameras,
lenses and filters to photographic processes and the role
of the cinematographer in interpreting story. Use of
motion picture camera equipment, principles of
black/white and color cinematography and hands-on
projects put theory into practice.
CTPR 327 / 3 units / Tristan Whitman / 18494R / 6:30-9:30 pm / T
CTPR 327 / 3 units / Chris Chomyn / 18495R / 6:30-9:30 pm / W
CTPR 327 / 3 units / Robert Ballo / 18496R / 6:30-9:30 pm / Th
Motion Picture Editing
(CNTV)*
Exploration of the aesthetics, theory, history and
procedures of motion picture editing for many styles of
film. Students view award-winning shorts and sections of
features to illustrate different editing styles and edit a series
of scenes using the latest Avid Express DV equipment.
CTPR 335 / 3 units / TBA / 18497R / 7-10:00 pm / M
CTPR 335 / 3 units / TBA / 18498R / 7-10:00 pm / T
CTPR 335 / 3 units / TBA / 18500R / 7-10:00 pm / W
CTPR 335 / 3 units / TBA / 18499R / 7-10:00 pm / Th
Advanced Multi-Camera Television Pilot
A hands-on course that allows students to experience all
aspects of multi-camera television production by creating
a pilot episode of a situation comedy.
CTPR 382 / 4 units / TBA / 18510R / 7-11:00 pm / Th
Colloquium: Motion Picture Production
Techniques
(CTAN, CTHP, CNTV)*
Motion picture production from writing of the script to
planning, shooting and completion of a movie. The class
will write, direct and shoot a digital video.
CTPR 385 / 4 units / TBA / 18514R / 10-12:50 pm / T
CTPR 385 / 4 units / TBA / 18515R / 4-6:50 pm / T
Art and Industry of the Theatrical Film
(CNTV)*
Anatomy of a film. Explore aspects of filmmaking with
in-depth study of all facets—screenplay to completion.
A major current film is examined in detail and guest
speakers involved in the making of the film describe
each phase of production. Films previously studied
include: MI:3 and Stranger Than Fiction.
CTPR 386 / 4 units / Jason E. Squire / 18518R / 7-10:00 pm / T
Practicum in Television Production
Get hands-on experience at Trojan Vision, USC’s TV
channel that produces local and network programming.
Work in the state-of-the-art Robert Zemeckis Center for
Digital Arts to learn all aspects of television production
and create your own shows with professionals from the
Hollywood television industry.
CTPR 409 / 2 units / Joel Parker / 18522R / TBA / TBA
CTPR 409 / 4 units / Joel Parker / 18523R / TBA / TBA
The Movie Business: From Story Concept
to Exhibition
(CNTV)*
Covers the gamut of the movie business, from story
concept to film exhibition. Guest speakers and lectures
will cover the role of the writer, agent, studio executive,
producer, director, marketing and distribution.
CTPR 410 / 2 units / Peter Exline / 18525R / 6-9:00 pm / M
Makeup for Motion Pictures
(CNTV)*
Introduction to makeup for film, TV and theater,
exploring glamour, old age, gore, fantasy and prosthetic
techniques. Students learn through lectures, demos and
hands-on workshops.
CTPR 422 / 2 units / Ian Goodwin / 18535R / 10-11:50 am / F
Introduction to Special Effects in Cinema
(CNTV)*
Intro to special effects techniques, cost and operational
characteristics. Hands-on workshop environment where
students experience the time and complexities involved
with effects/techniques now in popular use industry-wide.
Great for aspiring production managers, directors and
camera and effects specialists.
CTPR 423 / 2 units / Tom Anderson / 18538R / 7-11:00 pm / M
Production Planning
(CNTV)*
From script to screen: practical application of methods and
tools for the scheduling, budgeting and planning of a film.
CTPR 425 / 2 units / Robert Brown / 18544R / 7-9:00 pm / W
The Production Experience
Learn the fundamentals of episodic TV drama and
participate in the shooting of an episode written and
directed by students. Positions available in producing,
camera, sound, production design or editorial.
CTPR 426 / 2 units / Helaine Head / 18547R / 9-12:50 pm / Th
Acting for Film and Television
Learn and apply prominent theories of performance and
how they relate to film and television. Students gain
understanding of the tools of performance, as derived from
the stage, and how they translate to film and television.
CTPR 454 / 4 units / Laurie Burton / 18555R / 6:30-9:30 pm / M
Introduction to Production Design
(CNTV)*
Introductory course in the principles of production design.
Course includes: structure of the art department,
fundamentals of design and various other design elements.
Lectures, screenings, guest speakers and student projects.
CTPR 455 / 2 units / Mark Stratton / 18558R / 7-9:00 pm / M
Introduction to Art Direction
(CNTV)*
Students learn the current tools and techniques of the
art director: written language (drafting), three-dimensional
language (model making) and the language of ideas
(quick sketching). Learn how to present ideas and execute
them in a professional manner.
CTPR 456 / 2 units / Joe Hoffman / 18561R / 7:30-9:30 pm / M
Film Business Procedures and Distribution
(CNTV)*
An introduction to the global entertainment industry
from the point-of-view of the motion picture industry,
taught by the editor of The Movie Business Book.
The entire movie industrial system is covered, both indie
and studio, explaining financing, exhibition, distribution,
marketing, DVD, studio accounting, territorial sales, new
technologies and more.
CTPR 460 / 2 units / Jason E. Squire / 18564R / 1-2:50 pm / T
Note: Sections 19139D and 19141D are not available to
non-majors.
TV Station Management
(CNTV)*
Executives from all areas of the TV industry address class
each week to provide first-hand information about a
wide range of areas, including news production, sales,
marketing, syndication and networks.
CTPR 461 / 2 units / TBA / 18569R / 6:30-9:30 pm / W
Practicum in On-Screen Direction of Actors
(CNTV)*
Students learn to experiment and discuss the many
choices in directing actors, including laboratory and
scene analysis. Also covered: breaking down a script
from the emotional point-of-view of the actor.
CTPR 470 / 4 units / Laurie Burton / 18572R / 1-3:50 pm / M
Television Documentary Production
Pairs produce, direct, shoot and edit a documentary on a
subject of their choice. Students are encouraged to form
pairs before class; individual students form partnerships
at the beginning of the term. Students must come
prepared with two to three documentary ideas. Finished
films will be approximately 15 minutes and suitable for
broadcast/festivals.
CTPR 474 / 4 units / Bill Yahraus / 18578R / 1-4:50 pm / T
Internship in Cinema/Television
On-the-job film and television experience in the areas of
interest of the respective student. This course is open only
to juniors, seniors, and graduate students.
CTPR 495 / 1, 2 or 4 units / Jason E. Squire / 18601D / 2-3:50 pm / M
CTPR 495 / 1, 2 or 4 units / Jason E. Squire / 18605D / 2-3:50 pm / Th
The Film Industry:
Career Challenges and Choices for Women
This class discusses women's roles in the entertainment
industry and career opportunities available for women in
the business, corporate and creative sectors.
CTPR 496 / 4 units / TBA / 18611R / 7-10:00 pm / M
