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90 Entertainment Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 MGMT X 403.01 Legal Primer for the Film & TV Entertainment Business ENTERTAINMENT For more information call (310) 825-9064, email 4.0 units [email protected], or visit This unique course explores key legal principles and entertainment.uclaextension.edu. contractual relationships within the film and television industry through a dynamic assortment of lectures and hands-on workshops. You develop a core understanding Business & Management of subjects including idea protection, copyright, defa- mation, privacy, and the right of publicity. In addition, of Entertainment you are exposed to key issues in manager agreements and in standard film and television agreements, includ- MGMT X 403.31 ing literary option/purchase agreements, life rights The Business of Entertainment agreements, collaboration agreements, and talent 4.0 units employment agreements. The course concludes with With the entertainment industry converging into a exploring independent film finance and distribution worldwide mass media, both business and operation deals. Through learning some essential “countermea- models continue to rapidly evolve. This introductory sures” to use when reviewing such contracts, you are course for producers, directors, writers, development empowered in a way usually only reserved for elite personnel, and aspiring media executives examines the talent lawyers—and have a lot of fun in the process. changing business issues associated with the entertain- ment industry. Through lectures, discussions with Reg# 369362 industry guests, and case studies, instruction focuses Fee: $699 No refund after 27 Sept. on current business and production issues and intro- m Online duces new business models to navigate content onto Sept. 23-Dec. 8 new distribution platforms. Some history is highlighted Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. to provide a context for current practices and potential. c & The course also features opportunities to meet senior David Wienir, talent lawyer at United Talent Agency. entertainment industry executives in various sectors. Before UTA, Mr. Wienir practiced law at two top talent Topics include financing, contracts, intellectual property boutiques where he represented Steven Spielberg and issues, licensing, worldwide theatrical marketing and Madonna. He was named to Variety’ s 2014 Legal FILM & TELEVISION MUSIC distribution, worldwide home entertainment marketing Impact Report and is the author of several acclaimed and distribution, worldwide television production and books, including Making It on Broadway. 90 Business & Management 98 Film Scoring distribution, multi-channel network distribution and of Entertainment opportunities, the impact of piracy, and leveraging new MGMT X 476.99 100 Music Business distribution platforms. By the end of the course, stu- Marketing Entertainment: 92 Entertainment Project dents should have an understanding of the opportuni- Strategies for the Global Marketplace 101 Music Production ties available in the business of entertainment. 4.0 units Management Reg# 369363 Today, marketing entertainment is a global enterprise, Fee: $699 and motion pictures are the assets that drive expanding 92 Acting No refund after 9 Oct. ancillary markets. How a movie is marketed determines 93 Cinematography ❖ Classroom its financial success and future. The instructor and a 11 mtgs select number of the industry’s top marketing profes- 94 Directing Thursday, 7-10pm, Sept. 26-Dec. 12 sionals address myriad issues on how feature films get UCLA: Physics & Astronomy Bldg. & marketed in today’s increasingly competitive market. c Topics include creating brand-centric franchise-driven Randy Greenberg, executive producer of The MEG and 95 Entertainment Development strategies; positioning an entertainment property as a Cowboys & Aliens; founder of The Greenberg Group, a brand in popular culture; marketing and distribution 96 global entertainment investment and content strategy Post-Production strategies in a converging marketplace; secrets to consultancy. He was previously the SVP/head of creating compelling film, video, web, and print advertis- 96 Producing international theatrical marketing and distribution for ing; the power of social media; the influence and use Universal Pictures. of research; and leveraging international strategies and MGMT X 403.34 new media promotional and licensing strategies to Entertainment Financing: create valuable partnerships and revenue streams. From First $ to Distribution of Profits Reg# 369365 For more information call (310) 825-9064. 4.0 units Fee: $699 No refund after 7 Oct. This course covers the financial aspects of each step of ❖ Classroom the motion picture value chain (from development 11 mtgs through profit participation) and considers the implica- Tuesday, 6:30-9:30pm, Sept. 24-Dec. 3 tions of financial choices. Designed to give you a general UCLA: Dodd Hall understanding of how financial deals are structured, c topics include how film financing is secured, connecting Debbie Brunner, owner of 3 Dog Production with over Entertainment Studies the production budget to the financing, when a comple- 20 years of marketing experience in creative and print. tion guarantor is required, and the various types of TV heavyweights Paramount, NBC-Universal, Warner domestic and international distribution arrangements. You Bros. and Sony entrust Ms. Brunner to oversee the also learn about third-party profit participation agree- marketing launches of their shows, including TMZ, Two ments and the practical aspects and procedures that and a Half Men, Ellen, The Flash, and Jane the Virgin. Networking Opportunities underlie them; terms and definitions that impact bottom line considerations, including contingent compensation; distribution fees and expenses; the producer’s share of Exclusively for Certificate Students profit; distinctions between production, distribution, and marketing costs; and how these costs may significantly Does your project need a director? An actor? A producer? A composer? impact recoupment and profits. Reg# 369600 Register for FILM TV UL 700 Free Network- Fall Networking Event Fee: $699 ing Opportunities for Entertainment No refund after 8 Oct. Friday, September 20, 5–7pm ❖ Classroom Studies Certificate Students to attend UCLA Extension Gayley Center 11 mtgs our free events and collaborate online! Wednesday, 7-10pm, Sept. 25-Dec. 11 This is the perfect opportunity to meet Page 98. UCLA: School of Public Affairs Bldg. your fellow Certificate Students and make No meeting Nov. 27. c important connections. Richard Kiratsoulis, entertainment executive providing consulting services for a group of independent film companies in the areas of film financing, production, For More Information and distribution. Previously, Mr. Kiratsoulis was the (310) 825-9064 president and COO of Media 8 (Monster, The Upside entertainment.uclaextension.edu/entertainment-studies-networking-events of Anger). Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 Entertainment 91 Sneak Preview Film & Television See the most highly anticipated new films prior to public release, specially selected for our Sneak Preview audience. Certificates and Our seasoned moderators lead engaging Q&As with actors, directors, writers, and producers, giving you an inside look at the making of each film. Sneak Preview starts October 2 and presents 10 new films. Specializations Page 98. Gain the Skills to Take Your Career to the Next Level Past films and guests have included Interested in becoming a director? Want a career as a movie producer A United Kingdom with actor Loving with actors Ruth Negga David Oyelowo and Joel Edgerton or executive? Interested in behind-the-scenes positions such as director La La Land with director Damien Chazelle Wilson with actor Laura Dern of photography? If Beale Street Could Talk with director Molly’s Game with writer-director Enroll in one of our 8 Film & Television Certificates. Barry Jenkins Aaron Sorkin All of the Film & Television Certificates offer a broad overview of the industry, Above: Q&A with (left to right) moderator Anne Thompson, actor/producer Kevin Costner, and director Mike Binder at Sneak Preview. as well as targeted skills, training, and the contacts you need for success. For weekly updates, visit entertainment.uclaextension.edu/sneak-preview. Film & Television Certificates Directing Cinematography MGMT X 403.33 MGMT X 402.32 Acting Entertainment Studies Independent Film Financing Starting Your Own Entertainment 4.0 units Production Company Film & TV Development Business & Management In today’s ever-changing market, filmmakers need to 4.0 units of Entertainment have a working understanding of a wide variety of A practical primer on starting a business, staying in Producing financial models in order to successfully fund the dif- business, and thriving, whether in motion pictures, Independent Producing ferent phases of their entertainment projects. This television, or another entertainment industry venture. Offered entirely online! course explores film finance methods, discusses the This course addresses essential issues regarding the advantages and disadvantages of each, and provides legal and business affairs basics, planning, implemen- sources for additional information. The goal is to tation, and management. Guest speakers include Are you looking for a shorter program? become familiar with numerous ways to finance a industry experts in entertainment financing, intellectual feature