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See the most highly anticipated new films prior to public release, specially selected for our Sneak Preview audience. Our seasoned moderators lead engaging Q&As with actors, directors, , and producers, giving you an inside look at the making of each film. Sneak Preview starts January 29 and presents 10 new films. Page 87. Past films and guests have included 87 FILM & TV MUSIC Marriage Story with director Ford v Ferrari with director 88 Business & Management 95 Film Scoring Noah Baumbach James Mangold of Entertainment 96 Music Business If Beale Street Could Talk with director Dolemite Is My Name with Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski 89 Entertainment Project 97 Music Production Management A Hidden Life with actor Valerie Pachner Diane with actor Mary Kay Place 90 Acting Above: Q&A with (left to right) moderator Pete Hammond and director Robert Kenner at Sneak Preview. 91 Cinematography For weekly updates, visit entertainment.uclaextension.edu/sneak-preview. 91 Directing 92 Film & TV Development FILM TV UL 700 Film & TV Free Networking Opportunities 93 Producing For more information call (310) 825-9064, email for Entertainment Studies [email protected], or visit Certificate Students 95 Post-Production entertainment.uclaextension.edu. Does your project need a director, cinematographer, , actor, producer, composer, or other crew FILM TV 804.2 member? Would you like to meet other like-minded Sneak Preview: students who have the same business or career goals Contemporary Films and Filmmakers as you? This is the perfect opportunity to meet your 2.0 CEUs fellow certificate students and make important connec- For more information call (310) 825-9064. Join us for an exclusive preview of new movies before tions. Attend our free networking events or collaborate their public release. Enjoy provocative commentary and with fellow students online! in-depth discussions with invited guests after each Prerequisite(s): Enrollment is restricted to certificate stu- screening. Guests include some of the most prestigious dents and alumni in the following programs: Entertainment actors, filmmakers, and executives in the industry. Our Studies, Acting, Cinematography, Directing, Film and TV moderators, who are international film festival corre- Development, Independent Producing, Producing, Business spondents and award season prognosticators, lead & Management of Entertainment, Film Scoring, Indepen- Entertainment Studies engaging Q&As that give you an insider’s perspective dent Music Production, Music Business, Screenwriting: of the making of each film. Film and TV Comprehensive, Feature Film Writing, ­Television­ Writing, and the Film Editing specialization. Reg# 371411 Fee: $299 Reg# 371492 No refund after 22 Jan. Fee: $0 Networking Opportunities ❖❖ Classroom No refund after 30 Dec. 10 mtgs mmInformation Session Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 29-Apr. 1 Friday, 5-7pm, Jan. 10 Exclusively for Certificate Students Beverly Hills: Writers Guild Theater, UCLA Extension Gayley Center: 135 S. Doheny Dr. 1145 Gayley Ave. Does your project need a director? An actor? A producer? A composer? The University is not responsible for lost or stolen Enroll to participate in any of the following FREE quarterly film passes; there is a $50 charge per Entertainment Studies Networking Opportunities for Register for FILM TV UL 700 Free Network- Winter Networking Event replacement pass. the Winter 2020 Quarter: Winter Networking Event—Friday, Jan. 10, ing Opportunities for Entertainment Friday, January 10, 5–7pm Due to film piracy concerns, no cameras or recording Studies Certificate students to attend devices are allowed inside the theater. Participants 5-7pm UCLA Extension Gayley Center are subject to a security check, promotional photog- Featuring Round Table Networking, a fun, face-to-face our free events and collaborate online! raphy, and audio and video recording. activity where you will have the opportunity to con- This is the perfect opportunity to meet Page 87. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors nect with students in various certificate programs. your fellow Certificate students and make not permitted. After the round table networking activity, students will important connections. Pete Hammond, producer, five-time Emmy-nominated be able to mingle and continue building on connec- , film commentator, film critic and awards columnist tions made during the round table networking activity. for Deadline, where he covers the Oscars and Emmys. Online Networking— Jan. 6-Mar. 22 For More Information Mr. Hammond’s writing has appeared in USA Today, The Connect with fellow students all quarter long via (310) 825-9064 New York Times, Times, and Variety. 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MGMT X 403.34 Business & Management Entertainment Financing: of Entertainment From First $ to Distribution of Profits 4.0 units MGMT X 403.31 This course covers the financial aspects of each step of The Business of Entertainment the motion picture value chain (from development 4.0 units through profit participation) and considers the implica- With the entertainment industry converging into a tions of financial choices. Designed to give you a general worldwide mass media, both business and operation understanding of how financial deals are structured, models continue to rapidly evolve. This introductory topics include how film financing is secured, connecting course for producers, directors, writers, development the production budget to the financing, when a comple- personnel, and aspiring media executives examines the tion guarantor is required, and the various types of changing business issues associated with the entertain- domestic and international distribution arrangements. You ment industry. Through lectures, discussions with also learn about third-party profit participation agree- industry guests, and case studies, instruction focuses ments and the practical aspects and procedures that Film & Television on current business and production issues and intro- underlie them; terms and definitions that impact bottom duces new business models to navigate content onto line considerations, including contingent compensation; new distribution platforms. Some history is highlighted distribution fees and expenses; the producer’s share of to provide a context for current practices and potential. profit; distinctions between production, distribution, and The course also features opportunities to meet senior marketing costs; and how these costs may significantly Certificates and entertainment industry executives in various sectors. impact recoupment and profits. Topics include financing, contracts, intellectual property Reg# 371677 issues, licensing, worldwide theatrical marketing and Fee: $699 distribution, worldwide home entertainment marketing No refund after 10 Jan. and distribution, worldwide television production and mmOnline Specializations distribution, multi-channel network distribution and Jan. 6-Mar. 22 opportunities, the impact of piracy, and leveraging new Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & distribution platforms. By the end of the course, stu- Jeanette B. Milio, feature film and Gain the Skills to Take Your Career to the Next Level dents should have an understanding of the opportuni- and financier who ran a media fund that invested in the ties available in the business of entertainment. production, acquisition, and worldwide distribution of Interested in becoming a director? Want a career as a movie producer­ Reg# 371670 over 40 television and theatrical projects for HBO, or executive? Interested in behind-the-scenes positions such as director Fee: $699 Showtime, ABC, USA Network, Disney, , Sony No refund after 10 Jan. Pictures, Warner Bros. and others. of photography? mmOnline MGMT X 403.01 Jan. 6-Mar. 22 c & Enroll in one of our 8 Film & Television Certificates. Gina Holland, entertainment executive with corporate Legal Primer for the management experience in technology and media who Entertainment Business All of the Film & Television Certificates offer a broad overview of the industry, is currently president of 4&4 Enterprises Inc. Her previ- 4.0 units as well as targeted skills, training, and the contacts you need for success. ous positions include production executive and execu- This unique course explores key legal principles and tive producer at Ruby Red Inc. senior vice president at contractual relationships within the film and television Film & Television Certificates BET, and manager of production at NBC. industry through a dynamic assortment of lectures and Reg# 371674 hands-on workshops. You develop a core understanding Directing Cinematography Fee: $699 of subjects including idea protection, copyright, defa- No refund after 10 Jan. mation, privacy, and the right of publicity. In addition, Acting Entertainment Studies mmOnline you are exposed to key issues in manager agreements and in standard film and television agreements, includ- Jan. 6-Mar. 22 c & Film & TV Development Business & Management Jim Milio, award-winning producer and director who ing literary option/purchase agreements, life rights of Entertainment has created more than 400 hours of TV for such net- agreements, collaboration agreements, and talent Producing works as National Geographic (Dog Whisperer), Discov- employment agreements. The course concludes with ery Channel, and CBS (Rescue 911). Mr. Milio has exploring independent film finance and distribution Independent Producing deals. Through learning some essential “countermea- Offered entirely online! received three People’s Choice Awards and multiple Emmy and WGA nominations. sures” to use when reviewing such contracts, you are empowered in a way usually only reserved for elite Reg# 371701 talent lawyers—and have a lot of fun in the process. Are you looking for a shorter program? Fee: $699 No refund after 22 Jan. Reg# 371678 Our specializations can be completed in as little as 2-3 quarters! ❖❖ Classroom Fee: $699 No refund after 10 Jan. 11 mtgs m Film & Television Specializations Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 mOnline UCLA Extension Gayley Center: Jan. 6-Mar. 22 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. & Fundamentals of the Entertainment Industry 1145 Gayley Ave. c & c Chris Donahue, an Oscar- and Emmy-award winner. David Wienir, talent lawyer at United Talent Agency. Offered entirely online! He works as a producer, media executive. and consul- Before UTA, Mr. Wienir practiced law at two top talent tant involved in financing, development, production, and boutiques, where he represented and This 4-course specialization is ideal for students who are passionate about entertain- Madonna. He was named to Variety’s 2014 Legal ment and are looking for a short program to prepare them with the basic skill sets distribution. He serves as a consultant on media invest- ments for individuals and institutional investors, as well Impact Report and is the author of several acclaimed needed to break into the entertainment industry. as for filmmakers at all levels of their careers. books, including Making It on Broadway. Reg# 371321 Film Editing Fee: $699 Offered entirely online! No refund after 21 Jan. ❖❖ Classroom This 3-course specialization provides students with the fundamentals of editing theory 11 mtgs and practice in the leading digital editing software. Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 UCLA: Dodd Hall c Entertainment Project Management Daniel Lifschitz, associate counsel at Johnson & Johnson, LLP, focusing on entertainment, intellectual This 3-course specialization provides opportunities to understand project management property, and business litigation in music, film, and concepts and tools in the entertainment space, covering a wide range of industries, from television. Mr. Lifschitz has represented industry figures Film and TV to Theme Parks and Gaming/Interactive. ranging from to World Hip Hop and writes frequently in trade publications on major enter- Plus, enjoy maximum flexibility—start anytime, with no admissions­ requirements. tainment law issues. Take the next step toward the career you’ve always wanted!

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MGMT X 448.84 FILM TV X 439 Copyright Law in the Inside the World of Film Acquisitions: Entertainment Industry How to Sell Your Project to 4.0 units 4.0 units What is intellectual property and how does it apply to So your script or film is ready. What’s next? In this the entertainment industry? As the ownership of intel- course, learn the art of selling your project to studios, lectual property continues to be the life blood of the production and sales companies, indie distributors, and industry and the source of income for many, this the like. But first, you must learn how buyers, known as course answers these questions while providing a acquisitions execs, evaluate the “worth” of your project. general overview of intellectual property rights with a You gain the skills necessary to develop an in-depth focus on copyright law and its role in the film, music, knowledge of buyers, agents, producer’s reps, festival and digital online industries, including such related programmers, and their respective tastes. You learn areas as celebrity endorsements and branding. Spe- how to pitch buyers effectively; how to analyze box cific topics covered include authorship and copyright office numbers and which genres and ratings are the ownership, fair use, how copyrights are licensed and most profitable; how to determine if your project is controlled in the entertainment industry, copyright budgeted for profitability through comp analysis; how “mechanics,” (such as registration and notice), copy- to present your project to maximize profile and salability right legislation and Congress, and duration of copy- at festivals and markets; what it takes to attract domes- right. Also examined is the role of copyright in the tic distributors, including ways to position and package entertainment industry and its interaction with other for greatest interest; how to sell your project into business and legal principles, key court cases, and international territories and how to understand the international copyright protection. major deal points so as to negotiate the best terms. You UCLAxFilmFest Reg# 371320 also learn how digital players are changing the para- Fee: $699 digm and how to gain access to the gatekeepers with No refund after 15 Jan. insider tips and strategies for developing relationships mmOnline with key industry players. Are you working on a short film? Enter UCLAxFilmFest, the 5th annual Jan. 11-Mar. 21 Reg# 371622 UCLA Extension Entertainment Studies film festival! Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & Fee: $699 Jaia Thomas, entertainment and sports attorney. In No refund after 22 Jan. Besides the chance to see your film on the big screen, participating filmmakers will have addition to her practice, Ms. Thomas is a contributor ❖❖ Classroom to Uptown Magazine and Entrepreneur Magazine, 11 mtgs the opportunity to attend a filmmaking panel and network with peers and industry where she regularly authors articles pertaining to the Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 professionals. Awards will be presented for Best Film, Audience Choice, and more! intersection of sports, entertainment, entrepreneurship, UCLA: School of Public Affairs Bldg. c and the law. Quinn Coleman, who previously served as vice presi- Application Deadline for Film Submissions: Sunday, March 1 dent of Acquisitions at Regent Entertainment and Film Festival Date: May, 2020 MGMT X 404.2 director of Worldwide Co-Productions and Acquisitions Production Accounting for Film at Warner Bros. where he was instrumental in acquiring This event is free and open to the public. and Television distribution rights to more than 125 feature films, 4.0 units including box office hits A Cinderella Story, My Dog Responsible for maintaining financial controls and Skip, and My Big Fat Greek Wedding. financial reporting of all production funds, the produc- For More Information tion accountant must provide timely and accurate (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu/uclaxfilmfest reporting of the financial information that will enable Entertainment Project the producers to maximize production values. This comprehensive course covers duties, including set up Management and oversight of all accounting functions (i.e. budgeting, MGMT X 452.2 cost reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, Sold! Project Management petty cash, purchase orders, BTL payroll, ATL payroll, Get Credit for per diem, and banking) and knowledge of signatory Principles and Tools in the guilds and unions. Other topics include related soft- Entertainment Industry ware; insurance; labor laws; and production tax credits, 4.0 units rebates, and refunds. Guest speakers are included. This course will explore the tools and processes as Prerequisite(s): Familiarity with basic production termi- the major function of organization for entertainment an Internship nology and some accounting knowledge is helpful. project management. Take a deeper look into concepts that include life cycles, creative development, scope, Reg# 371383 budget, schedule, managing conflict, and communica- Fee: $699 The Entertainment Studies Internship Internships are restricted to candidates No refund after 19 Jan. tion. Learn about the tools that help manage the Program allows certificate students to in certificate programs, and only to ❖❖ Classroom budgets and schedules, and further your understand- ing about how to communicate progress and resolve receive elective credit for work performed those students who have completed a 11 mtgs with companies in the film, television, substantive portion of their course work Monday, 6:30-9:30pm, Jan. 6-Mar. 16 conflicts. This intensive second step in the Entertain- UCLA: Dodd Hall ment Project Management suite of courses provides and entertainment media communities. (at least 12 units). If you are planning on Saturday, 10am-5pm, Mar. 7 a meaningful foundation of these tools to connect Internships are an excellent way to obtain doing an internship for academic credit, UCLA: Dodd Hall project requirements with the teams that are needed real-life work experience and make the visit our website and take a moment to No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. to complete them. c Reg# 371323 vital connections necessary to a successful familiarize yourself with our policies. Aved Savoulian, audit manager and production career in the entertainment industry. accountant, NBC Universal Feature Pictures, who has Fee: $699 You must be enrolled in a certificate to No refund after 22 Jan. has held previous positions at CBS Television and Fox receive internship credit. Sports Networks ❖❖ Classroom 11 mtgs Greg Hemstreet, senior director, Production Finance, Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 UCLA: Dodd Hall For More Information The three courses in this specialization (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu/student-information/internships (MGMT X 452.1, 452.2, and 452.3) count toward elective credit in the Business and ­Management of Entertainment and the Entertainment Studies certificates. & c Mark Jocson, a senior executive with 18 years of Course Icons Provide Information At-a-Glance experience working at Sony, Disney, and Viki. Mr. Joc- son is known for leading the teams that launched the first streaming service, the Emmy m ONLINE COURSE & TEXTBOOK REQUIRED Award winning interactive Disney Channel Games, and Technical requirements, page 5. Visit our website for textbook information. the Sony Mobile Games team for Wheel of Fortune. g HYBRID COURSE, page 5. C UC CREDIT WEB-ENHANCED COURSE, page 5. 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techniques through scene-study guidelines and sensory THEATER X 422.12 and moment-to-moment exercises, as well as mono- Voice and Movement for the logue work. Some exercises are performed on camera Screen Actor with emphasis on close-ups, simple scenes, and basic 4.0 units camera moves. The instructor critiques individual This holistic approach to movement, voice, and speech ­students’ work during playback. aims at liberating and enhancing the performer’s natu- Reg# 371177 ral capacity for moving, sounding, and speaking as Fee: $699 applied to performance on camera. Using techniques No refund after 11 Jan. developed by Alexander, Spolin, and Sills, learn to feel ❖❖ Classroom the way the human body naturally functions when it is 11 mtgs free of adverse conditioning. Exercises in posture and Tuesday, 3:30-6:30pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 breathing, tonal quality, pitch range, projection, and UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: body characterization lead to enhanced character 1010 Westwood Blvd. portrayal, emotional truth, and increased energy and Students are recorded on camera during several mental alertness. You experiment with vocal and body sessions; those wishing to keep a copy of their work energies, discover numerous choices in communicating Entertainment must bring a flash drive to each session. text, and find new ways of tapping into the imagination Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c and soul of a character. Ernesto Gonzalez, actor whose credits include roles Reg# 371188 in TV shows such as No Tomorrow, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Fee: $699 Top 10 Criminals, Animal Witness, and series regular No refund after 20 Jan. Project Management on Yet 2B Named. He has also performed in national ❖❖ Classroom commercials and is an alumnus of the Improvisation 11 mtgs Conservatory at The Second City Chicago. Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 16-Mar. 19 Reg# 371178 UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: Fee: $699 10920 Lindbrook Dr. Specialization No refund after 11 Jan. Saturday, 2-5pm, Feb. 8 ❖❖ Classroom UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: 11 mtgs 10920 Lindbrook Dr. c This 3-course specialization provides opportunities to understand project Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 Crystal Robbins, actress whose work includes film UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: roles (Time Changer, The Long Walk Home, Great Balls management concepts and tools in the entertainment space, covering a wide 1010 Westwood Blvd. of Fire), theater acting, and directing. She completed range of industries, from Film and TV to Theme Parks and Gaming/Interactive. Students are recorded on camera during several studies in voice, speech, and body work with teaching sessions; those wishing to keep a copy of their work legend Arthur Lessac and is a certified Lessac Trainer. This program is suitable for the curious Required Courses must bring a flash drive to each session. student, professionals interested in Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c FILM TV X 407.45 Offered This Quarter Ray Ford, television, film, and theater actor. Mr. Ford Acting Workshop: exploring a different field, and project was a series regular in Don’t Trust the B in Apt. 23 and The Meisner Technique management professionals. MGMT X 452.2 Sold! Project FATRICK. He also held recurring roles on Fresh off the Management Principles and Tools 4.0 units Learn key entertainment project manage- Boat, The Real O’Neals, and Grey’s Anatomy. Through improvisation and scene work, explore basic • in the Entertainment Industry ment roles, responsibilities, and functions concepts of the Meisner approach to acting with a Page 89. THEATER X 407.78 focus on creating and living in imaginary circum- • Explore the tools needed to successfully Improvisation Techniques for the stances. Learn to work more independently, improve understand how projects are pitched as MGMT X 452.3 It’s a Wrap! Deliver Your Actor: A Course in Spontaneity rehearsal and research skills, and strengthen vocal and an idea and executed to completion Project Successfully 4.0 units movement skills. Provide practical application of the mate- Gain experiential understanding of improvisational acting Reg# 371190 • Offered in Spring and develop a strong improvisational perspective essential rial with multiple case studies, learning Fee: $699 MGMT X 452.1 Welcome to Hollywood! to scripted work. Through theater games and improvising No refund after 12 Jan. from real-life examples, and managing scenes, develop tools to make you more trusting of your ❖❖ Classroom issues that arise every day Understanding Entertainment own impulses and more generous with your fellow actors. 11 mtgs Industries’ Project Driven Culture Learn to go for active choices to play at the top of your Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 intelligence and at the service of the scene. Actors also UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: Offered in Fall experience that the best comedy comes out of listening 10920 Lindbrook Dr. and responding honestly, not “going for jokes.” Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Reg# 371189 Eric Scott Gould, actor, director, screenwriter, and For More Information, Contact Fee: $699 producer. Mr. Gould has performed in more than 50 [email protected] | (310) 825-9064 No refund after 13 Jan. productions and has appeared in TV shows such ❖❖ Classroom as Curb Your Enthusiasm, Numb3rs, The District, 11 mtgs Another World, and recurred on for the Acting and has guest-starred on television shows such as The Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 first four seasons. Practice, Family Law, and The Division. UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: Reg# 371195 THEATER X 407.5 Reg# 371395 1010 Westwood Blvd. Fee: $699 Acting Techniques: The Fundamentals Fee: $699 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c No refund after 12 Jan. 4.0 units No refund after 12 Jan. Toni Attell, for credits see page 90. ❖❖ Classroom In this introduction to acting, learn fundamental perfor- ❖❖ Classroom Reg# 371406 11 mtgs mance techniques and exercises, including relaxation, 11 mtgs Fee: $695 Wednesday, 3:30-6:30pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 concentration, sense memory, emotional recall, impro- Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 No refund after 15 Jan. UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: visation, character tasks, and text analysis. You then UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: ❖❖ Classroom 10920 Lindbrook Dr. 10920 Lindbrook Dr. apply these techniques by rehearsing and performing 11 mtgs Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c monologues and two-character scenes. In-class partner Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Saturday, 10am-1pm, Jan. 11-Mar. 21 Jeffrey Stubblefield, television, film and theater actor work and weekly assignments are required. Toni Attell, Emmy-nominated actor, comedian, and mime UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: with supporting roles in the features Ted 2, Nesting, and Reg# 371400 whose background includes a variety of work in theater, 10920 Lindbrook Dr. Pedestrian. He also held recurring roles in Good Trouble, Fee: $699 film, and television. Ms. Attell has opened for Jay Leno, No meetings Jan. 18; Feb. 15. , Robert Townsend’s Diary of a Steve Martin, and Robin Williams and has guest-starred No refund after 10 Jan. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Single Mom, Women’s Murder Club, Without a Trace, ❖❖ Classroom on numerous television dramas and sitcoms. Felix Pire, actor, producer, writer, and director, with and The Practice, among others. 11 mtgs featured roles in 12 Monkeys, Phat Girlz, Dear God, and Monday, 7-10pm, Jan. 6-Mar. 16 THEATER X 410.3 It’s My Party. On TV, he has been a series regular on THEATER X 407.42 UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: Acting for the Camera I Matt Waters and performed guest-starring roles on Inside Stanislavski: 10920 Lindbrook Dr. 4.0 units Gideon’s Crossing, NYPD Blue, The Rerun Show, and Applications for the Screen Actor Saturday, 2-5pm, Jan. 25-Feb. 1 Learn to get comfortable in front of the lens. Exercises Prison Break. 4.0 units UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: begin with on-camera interviews, so that students can The great Russian actor, director, and teacher Konstan- 10920 Lindbrook Dr. view their screen images in playback. Instruction tin Stanislavski had a method that combined physicality No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. focuses on understanding technical and emotional and spirituality when building a character as the shorter adjustments required for working in front of the camera Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c route to finding its inner life. Learn these practical Lisa Chess, actor whose film credits include Frankie and in a relaxed and truthful way and developing intimacy techniques of Stanislavski to perform with confidence Johnny Are Married, The Hollow, and Separate Lives. Ms. with the camera. Topics include the difference between and depth. Exercises are supplemented with discussion Chess was a semi-regular on the TV series Picket Fences frame sizes and learning to hit marks. Hone your acting of Stanislavski’s concepts, philosophy, and ethics. Most Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 Entertainment 91 modern acting methods are grounded in the Stanislav- Reg# 371419 FILM TV X 478.27C ski system, and understanding the basics of this system Fee: $1,299 Advanced Lighting Workshop Directing helps the actor understand and study other acting No refund after 10 Jan. 4.0 units techniques. Topics include action vs. emotion, using ❖❖ Classroom A practical workshop in creating a look and executing FILM TV X 476.581 imagination to create real emotions, relaxation and 7 mtgs a vision through cinematography by using the key tools The Language of Filmmaking concentration, emotional memory, and building a char- Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-22 that are available to the director of photography. You 4.0 units acter through physicality and voice. At the end of the UCLA: School of Public Affairs Bldg. use professional-level lighting instruments (conventional Designed for filmmakers who need to develop the course, you will have acquired techniques to learn how Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm, Jan. 11 & 12; and unconventional), filters, and gels to create your own necessary skills to make better films and viewers who to deal with stage fright, how to approach a role and Jan. 18 & 19 images on motion picture film stock or digital video. You want to better understand and appreciate the complex- inhabit it from the initial research to the physical Pacoima: Mole-Richardson Co., work in groups during the workshop sessions, and the ity of the cinematic text, this course outlines the many embodiment of the character, and how to avoid bad 12154 Montague Street film images are reviewed and critiqued in class. The components of film language used by great directors acting habits, such as faking emotion or overacting. Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for course covers a variety of lighting situations (including to tell their stories in the most effective way. Through a Reg# 371198 this course. exterior and interior lighting) through lectures, lighting wide selection of multimedia material—including film Fee: $699 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c demonstrations, and specific assignments, including and sound clips, pictures, articles, and interviews—you No refund after 11 Jan. Lesley Elizondo, cinematographer, writer, and director problems often encountered in film and television analyze shooting and editing techniques employed by ❖❖ Classroom for films, TV series, documentaries and music videos. production. Instruction also includes a review of color the greatest filmmakers of all time. Topics range from 11 mtgs Ms. Elizondo served on the lighting crew of Francis Ford theory as it applies to lighting sessions. functional usage of image composition and lighting to Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 Coppola’s “Live Cinema” production, Distant Vision. She Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of FILM TV camera movements, editing, and sound. The purpose UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: is currently the director of photography on the shows X 478.283 Lighting for Emotional Impact or FILM TV of this course is to give clarity to the filmmaking pro- Salem High, Fight Forward, andYa Basta. cess and to enhance the enjoyment of film viewing. 10920 Lindbrook Dr. c X 478.27B Visualization and Exposure. Rebecca Klingler, actor with supporting roles in Reg# 371504 Reg# 371317 Titanic, The Green Mile, and LA Confidential. She has FILM TV X 478.283 Fee: $1,299 Fee: $699 appeared in countless TV shows, including Hot in Lighting for Emotional Impact No refund after 13 Mar. No refund after 11 Jan. Cleveland, Parks and Recreation, How I Met Your 4.0 units ❖❖ Classroom mmOnline Mother, and The Odd Couple. Ms. Klingler also writes, This course is designed to help you develop a stronger 4 mtgs Jan. 7-Mar. 17 produces, and stars in the web series The Calamities understanding of lighting for motion pictures. Through Saturday, Sunday, 7:30am-5pm, Mar. 14-22 A high-speed Internet connection is suggested and of Jane. lectures, workshops, assignments, and in-class exer- Pacoima: Mole-Richardson Co., QuickTime is required. c cises, you learn about different lighting styles and 12154 Montague Street Michael Green, has taught film studies and screenwrit- THEATER X 438 techniques. Special emphasis is placed on lighting Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for ing for a decade. His film writing has appeared in Film Performing in TV Commercials: tailored specifically for the story and the emotional this course. International, Senses of Cinema, Bright Lights Film impact that lighting can have on the audience. The Practices and Opportunities in Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Journal, and The Journal of Film and Video, among the Field class focuses both on theory and practical application Leigh Lisbao Underwood, award-winning director of others. He is also the co-editor of Race in American of the concepts presented. Throughout the course, 4.0 units photography whose films have screened at Cannes, Film: Voices and Visions that Shaped a Nation. visual references are discussed, and completed assign- Considering the lucrative field of TV commercials or Tribeca, and Palm Springs, and on television for Life- Reg# 371163 ments and supervised exercises are screened and seeking to improve your confidence in personal or time. His credits include 1915, Brasil Meu Amor, and Fee: $699 critiqued in class. business communications? Take part in simulated audi- Sugar Baby. He received the best cinematography No refund after 22 Jan. tions, recorded, for both “slice of life” dialogue and Reg# 371539 award at the 2013 Palm Springs International Shortfest ❖❖ Classroom “spokesperson” narrative in this course. To help you Fee: $999 for The Boy Scout. 11 mtgs attain relaxation, taped performances are sensitively No refund after 20 Jan. Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 ❖❖ Classroom FILM TV X 478.282 directed and critiqued in class. This workshop also UCLA: Haines Hall c provides a comprehensive analysis of a commercial’s 9 mtgs The Craft of the Cinematographer Peter Hanson, screenwriter, director, producer, and production from the actor’s point of view and gives such Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Feb. 18 4.0 units educator. Among his credits are hundreds of print and professional practices as successful audition tech- UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: Learn to apply your knowledge of the principles and online articles, three books on cinema, and films includ- niques, proper photography portfolio, agency represen- 10920 Lindbrook Dr. elements of cinematography through the making of ing the feature-length documentary Tales from tation, and union membership. Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm, Jan. 25-26 several short filmmaking assignments. Lectures and the Script, which features interviews with dozens of Pacoima: Mole-Richardson Co., Reg# 371408 discussion cover various lighting and shooting tech- Hollywood screenwriters. 12154 Montague Street Fee: $699 niques, such as panoramic/widescreen, the use of color Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for No refund after 12 Jan. or black and white, the use of composition and depth FILM TV X 476.39 this course. ❖❖ Classroom of field as artistic tools, the different shot types and Making Your First Short Film Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. 11 mtgs c concept of screen direction, how to best frame a shot, 4.0 units Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Instructor to be announced and the best ways to execute these techniques. Simul- Always wanted to make your own short film and UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: taneously, various film genres are examined. You are thought you had no experience and no money? In this 1010 Westwood Blvd. FILM TV X 478.27B asked to test your creativity and understanding of the class for aspiring directors, writers, and producers, you Students are recorded on camera during several Visualization and Exposure different cinematography concepts, techniques, and use your own camera to learn how to write, produce, sessions; those who wish to keep a copy of their 4.0 units genres presented by completing shooting exercises direct, and edit a three-to-five-minute short film. This advanced course is designed to deepen the cinema- using your own camera outside of class. Student work work must bring a flash drive to each session. c Emphasis is placed on maximizing the on-screen value Gabrielle Schary, commercial casting director and tographer’s understanding of the principles and methods is screened and critiqued in class. You must provide of the project using available resources. The first part president of Gabrielle Schary Casting for over three of visualization on-set and in pre-production with particular your own video camera, have access to editing equip- of the class is devoted to the pre-production process, decades. Ms. Schary is hired to cast commercials for emphasis on digital exposure and pre-visualizing lighting ment and software, and be able to output your assign- highlighting the role of the story, and provides an top brands, including Kay Jewelers, McDonald’s, Nis- design and execution. Instruction covers pre-production ments to various media sources. overview of affordable shooting equipment and editing san, BMW, Verizon, Amazon, Coke, Nike, Chevy, and tools and techniques for cinematographers with emphasis Prerequisite(s): Students must have access to a digital technologies. You then develop and write your project, Honda, as well as Super Bowl spots for Diet Coke, on lighting, lenses, cameras, camera movement, and color. video camera and editing equipment and software. which is filmed outside of class. Instruction includes a Budweiser, Dannon, and Pistachio Growers. Each week, you participate in exercises and workshops Reg# 371575 primer on the fundamentals of shooting and directing designed to help you master the skills used for visualizing Fee: $999 actors, as well as the basics of editing and outputting the lighting, camera, and exposure of the scene. No refund after 2 Feb. assignments. The completed films are screened and Cinematography Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of FILM TV ❖❖ Classroom discussed during the last class. X 478.27A Introduction to Cinematography. 9 mtgs Prerequisite(s): Students must have access to a digital FILM TV X 478.436 Reg# 371425 Monday, 7-10pm, Jan. 13-Mar. 9 video camera and editing equipment and software. Composition and Framing for the Fee: $1,299 UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: Reg# 371038 Motion Picture Camera No refund after 21 Feb. 1010 Westwood Blvd. Fee: $699 ❖❖ Classroom Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm, Mar. 7-8 4.0 units No refund after 21 Jan. 7 mtgs Pacoima: Mole-Richardson Co., This intensive hands-on workshop focuses on composi- ❖❖ Classroom Wednesday, 7-10pm, Feb. 19-Mar. 4 12154 Montague Street tion and framing—the principal creative job of the 11 mtgs UCLA: Dodd Hall No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. camera . The course is designed for aspiring Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm, Feb. 22-23 Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for cinematographers and other students seeking instruc- UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: UCLA: Dodd Hall this course. tion in the basic theory, concepts, principles, and 1010 Westwood Blvd. Saturday, Sunday, 10am-5pm, Feb. 29-Mar. 1 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. techniques of motion picture camera composition and c Students must have access to a camera and editing Pacoima: Mole-Richardson Co., framing. You operate high definition cameras and lenses Roman Zenz, award-winning cinematographer. Mr. equipment. 12154 Montague Street c equipped with video playback for later review and dis- Zenz has served as a director of photography on several Jerell Rosales, award-winning writer/director whose Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for cussion. You work through a series of skill-enhancing TV documentaries and lifestyle shows, including the films have been officially selected at 100+ film festivals this course. operational problems that increase in difficulty. Close History Channel’s Million Dollar Genius and worldwide. His most recent work is the feature film High Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. attention is given to designing shots, compositional c & ARTE’sTracks. He recently wrote, produced, and School Lover for Lifetime/A&E, starring Lana Condor, balance, working with actors, tracking, gear-heads, fluid Deland Nuse, cinematographer and director of indepen- directed the documentary, Urban Fruit, airing on François Arnaud, and James Franco. heads, eye-lines, two-shots, selecting lenses, and dent films whose credits include the indie feature The ­Amazon Prime. interior and exterior framing. Chilling and the documentary The Other Bridge. Mr. Nuse won the Triple Play Award for Cinematography at the 2006 kkk Long Island Film/Video Expo for the film The Showdown. 92 Entertainment Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971

Reg# 370677 Fee: $699 Film & TV Development No refund after 21 Jan. ❖❖ Classroom FILM TV X 476.22 11 mtgs Story Analysis for Film and Television Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 4.0 units UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: Designed for aspiring readers, development executives, 1010 Westwood Blvd. producers, and storytellers, this course offers a pragmatic, Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c comprehensive overview of story analysis and the tools Dallas King, president of Red Rabbit Pictures; director, used by the professional reader. Throughout the course, producer, and writer. He is the winner of the MPAA you learn and practice coverage skills while gaining an Making Your Award, three-time award recipient of the National His- understanding of the elements of story. Topics include panic Foundation of the Arts, and first place winner for various types of coverage, how to compose story notes, the 2012 DGA Award for Outstanding Directing of his comparative coverage, character breakdowns, treatments, film, Most Wanted. and outlines. Through weekly assignments, you are Reg# 371206 required to practice reading and writing for several for- First Short Film Fee: $699 mats and to deadline. In addition, the current job market No refund after 21 Jan. and the various expectations of studios and independent ❖❖ Classroom producers are discussed. Upon completion of the course, Always wanted to make your own short film and thought you had no experience 11 mtgs you will have written at least two pieces of full coverage Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 that can be used as part of a professional portfolio or for and no money? In this class for aspiring directors, writers, and producers, you use UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: auditioning for a job as a reader or an assistant. your own camera to learn how to write, produce, direct, and edit a three-to-five-minute 1010 Westwood Blvd. Prerequisite(s): Strong English composition skills. short film. Emphasis is placed on maximizing the on-screen value of the project using Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Reg# 371363 available resources. Bijon Imtiaz, award-winning narrative and documen- Fee: $699 tary writer, director, and producer. After the international No refund after 10 Jan. Page 91. success of his features Kingdom of Clay Subjects mmOnline (writer/director) and Live from Dhaka (producer), his Jan. 6-Mar. 16 current project Paradise has been an official selection Enrollment limited. c at Berlinale’s co-production market. Joanne Moore, producer, film and TV executive. For- FILM TV X 475.44 FILM TV X 476.95 mer president of Dustin Hoffman’s production company, Directing Actors for the Screen Directing Workshop I: FILM TV X 476.12B Ms. Moore has developed projects for Warner Bros, 4.0 units Composition and Movement Advanced Filmmaking Workshop: Universal, Disney, and more. She also produced the If directors are the architects of film, then actors are 4.0 units Production and Post-Production award-winning film Swimming with Sharks and the the artisans of a collaborative team working together to As the first hands-on course in the directing series, you 8.0 units shorts Rockboy and Big Al. realize a singular vision. Through discussions, exercises, complete four short films using your own video camera. In this capstone course of the Directing Certificate Reg# 371370 casting sessions, and the presentation of scenes, you Instruction focuses on the basic building blocks of nar- program, you maximize your learning experience and Fee: $699 analyze and apply the directorial skills required for a rative filmmaking: the shot, mise-en-scene, concept, improve your filmmaking skills through the creation of No refund after 20 Jan. successful artistic collaboration with performers. You the actor, environment, sound, and montage. Assign- a short film that is screened for an invited audience ❖❖ Classroom select one dramatic and one comic scene, then cast, ments explore aspects of visual expression through the after the end of the course. Having first developed your 11 mtgs rehearse, and present the scenes in class. Topics use of composition, rhythm, and point-of-view; moving projects in the course X 476.23 Developing Your Short Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 include analyzing the script, the Method approach to from black and white/silent compositions to the use of Film, you enter the workshop ready to begin pre-pro- UCLA: School of Public Affairs Bldg. acting, defining objectives, creating dramatic conflict, c color; non-sync sound; and editing. Your work is duction. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands- France-Luce Benson, award-winning playwright and and the elements of characterization. Actors for class screened and critiqued by the instructor and class. on exercises, you learn the techniques for translating screenwriter. Ms. Benson’s feature screenplay, Heal- scenes are selected during in-class auditions, and final Prerequisite(s): Students must provide their own digital your script into moving images, as well as the creative ing Roots, won the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation award, scenes are performed on camera. video camera and have access to editing equipment and physical requirements for directing a film. Topics and Caroline’s Wedding won the Zoetrope Grand Reg# 370652 and software. include budgeting and production scheduling, casting Prize. Her award-winning plays have premiered in Fee: $699 Reg# 370676 actors and eliciting the best performance, collaborating prestigious New York theaters and were published in No refund after 24 Jan. Fee: $699 with the crew, camera blocking, creating the shot list, multiple anthologies. ❖❖ Classroom No refund after 21 Jan. visual composition, sound, and editing. By mid-class, Reg# 371201 11 mtgs ❖❖ Classroom you have the opportunity to put in practice all the pro- Saturday, 10am-1pm, Jan. 11-Mar. 21 Fee: $699 11 mtgs ducing and directorial basics you have learned through- No refund after 21 Jan. UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 out the program, as you shoot and edit your film with ❖❖ Classroom 1010 Westwood Blvd. UCLA Extension Gayley Center: guidance from the instructor. Dailies are reviewed and 11 mtgs Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & 1145 Gayley Ave. critiqued in class. Running time with credits must not Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 David Martin-Porras, director and writer whose credits Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & exceed 15 minutes. UCLA Extension Woodland Hills: include the shorts Inside the Box, which was nominated Tim Arvin, screenwriter and director who has worked Prerequisite(s): Enrollment is restricted to Directing 21650 Oxnard Street for a Goya Award, La Viuda (The Widow), for which c in both feature films and new media. He has written Certificate students who have successfully completed Brooks Elms, writer and director who has written 20 he won the DGA Student Film Award, and Ida y films for major studios, including , as FILM TV X 476.23 Developing Your Short Film. Students scripts for companies such as Base FX and Broken Vuelta (Round Trip), which was a finalist for a Student well as independent production companies. He is with prior short film experience can enroll by consent Road. He recently sold a thriller entitled Snowfall to Gold Academy Award. currently developing a television series and multiple of instructor, space permitting, and must submit a Circle, Benderspink, and Evan Astrowski. Reg# 370783 film projects. proposed script for the class. All students must com- Fee: $699 plete an application for approval to enroll. FILM TV X 476.244 No refund after 24 Jan. FILM TV X 476.95B Reg# 370650 Story Development Workshop: ❖❖ Classroom Directing Workshop II: Storytelling Fee: $999 11 mtgs 4.0 units Crafting Your Original Story No refund after 20 Jan. 4.0 units Saturday, 10am-1pm, Jan. 11-Mar. 21 In the second part of the Directing Workshop series, FF Hybrid Producers, development executives, directors, and UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: participants complete short narrative films using their 11 mtgs writers gain practical experience adapting and develop- 10920 Lindbrook Dr. own digital video camera. Focusing on storytelling, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 ing their own stories for motion pictures, movies-of-the- Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. instruction teaches participants how to apply the prin- c & Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 week, and miniseries. Emphasis is placed on studying ciples and essential elements of dramatic structure and Peter Lauer, veteran television director. Mr. Lauer has UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: dramatic structure, learning techniques that strengthen character development to the filmmaking principles directed episodes of Arrested Development, At Home 10920 Lindbrook Dr. character development, and understanding the impor- explored in X 476.95 Directing Workshop I: Composition with Amy Sedaris, Pushing Daisies, Awkward, Brooklyn Students must have access to a video camera and tance of collaboration with writers. You are called upon and Movement. Through increasingly complex filmmak- Nine-Nine, Scrubs, Gilmore Girls, and many more. His editing equipment. to write development notes; compile directors/writers ing assignments, participants discover how to combine executive producing and directing credits also include This course includes both online sessions and class- lists; and learn the difference between beat sheets, step key elements, such as casting, working with actors, Level Up, Reaper, and Malcolm in the Middle. room meetings. Refer to course syllabus for online outlines, and story outlines. You also learn how to shot selection, sync-sound, and music, to communicate session details. assess the marketplace by determining what network the themes, conflict, and story arcs that create compel- Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for and studio executives are looking for, as well as the ling narrative for a visual medium. Student work is this course. best way to quickly and effectively pitch an idea. You screened and critiqued by the instructor and class. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. are welcome to submit written works in progress for Prerequisite(s): FILM TV X 476.95 Directing Workshop c Fernando Scarpa, award-winning director. He has in-class critiques. At the end of the course, you have I: Composition and Movement, or previous directing directed for the national Italian Television RaiUno and honed your storytelling craft by writing original treat- experience. Students must provide their own digital the German ZDF and SAT1. Alongside work in docu- ments based on your story outline developed in class. video camera and have access to editing equipment mentaries and film, he is developing projects based on Prerequisite(s): Good written communication skills. and software. his award-winning short Doradus, his play Galileo 1610, Previous training in story analysis is recommended but kkk and a feature The Book of Ronnie. not required. kkk Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 Entertainment 93

Reg# 371204 FILM TV X 476.242 Mr. Zakai has worked on such projects as Tsotsi (Oscar Reg# 371314 Fee: $699 Understanding Genre: winner, 2006), Water (Oscar nominated, 2007), Away Fee: $699 No refund after 20 Jan. How to Develop a Hollywood Classic from Her, and Thirteen Conversations About One Thing. No refund after 21 Jan. ❖❖ Classroom 4.0 units Reg# 371689 ❖❖ Classroom 11 mtgs Producers, executives, writers, and filmmakers focus on Fee: $699 11 mtgs Tuesday, 6:30-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 10 story components that make for a good movie. Learn to No refund after 21 Jan. Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: identify the specific characteristics that define various ❖❖ Classroom UCLA: Dodd Hall c 10920 Lindbrook Dr. film genres and how style, form, content, mood, camera 11 mtgs Lydia Cedrone, who has over 20 years of experience Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c work, lighting, and pacing work together to fulfill expec- Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 in the entertainment industry. Ms. Cedrone has man- Scott Agostoni, SVP of Development & Production and tations and deliver a satisfying cinematic experience. UCLA Extension Woodland Hills: aged feature film financing at the Company, in-house consultant at Dick Cook Studios. Scott also oversaw production at ’s Forward Pass Each week, through lecture, discussion, and film clips 21650 Oxnard Street c & runs his own management and consulting practice. examining its visual language and its evolution over time, Devorah Cutler-Rubenstein, president of House Inc., and produced her own films independently. Previously, Mr. Agostoni was a Motion Picture & TV liter- you break down and analyze one of the genres on which Entertainment, Inc. where she serves as producer, ary/graphic novel agent with WME and Non-scripted & Hollywood thrives: action, drama, comedy and romantic writer, and director for development. She produced and FILM TV X 479.088 Alternative TV agent with WMA. comedy, fantasy and science fiction, the mystery-thriller, co-wrote the short documentary Not Afraid to Laugh, Movie Magic Budgeting Reg# 371319 and horror. Instruction also covers an examination of which was nominated for a Peabody Award, and has 2.0 units Fee: $699 each genre’s target audience and provides you with a written five books on screenwriting. For production managers, producers, corporate finance No refund after 12 Jan. common language with which to articulate and sell your Reg# 371691 personnel, and production accounting professionals, mmOnline ideas in the development process. Fee: $699 this course provides you with a practical understanding Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Reg# 371218 No refund after 22 Jan. of the budgeting process, including how to use Movie Magic Budgeting, a budgeting software application. You Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Fee: $699 ❖❖ Classroom Peter Russell, story analyst, Imagine Films Entertain- No refund after 21 Jan. 11 mtgs prepare a movie-of-the-week budget based on informa- ment, CBS, Anschutz Film Group (AFG and Walden ❖❖ Classroom Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 tion that typically would be available during pre-produc- Films), and Participant Productions; theater director 11 mtgs UCLA: Dodd Hall & tion, including a script, day-out-of-days, one line c schedule, shooting schedule, departmental budgets, whose credits include New York’s Public Theater Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Bridget Terry, award-winning producer and writer and other hypothetical parameters. This is not an (Shakespeare in the Park). Mr. Russell is a recipient of UCLA: Royce Hall & whose credits include Showtime film They, PBS docu- c introduction to production course. the Nick Adams Short Story Award. Dr. Beverly Graf, vice president of Development, mentary The Kennedys: America’s Emerald Kings, and Prerequisite(s): Students must purchase Movie Magic Abilene Pictures (Primal Fear, Fallen, Frequency, Hart’s projects for and NBC-Universal. Ms. Terry for- Budgeting 7. A discount code will be provided to FILM TV X 476.243 War, Fracture) merly served as a at Showtime and is enrolled students after the start of class. Developing Your Short Film currently the owner of Chaise Lounge Productions. 4.0 units FILM TV X 479.482 Reg# 371381 Learn the development process as it relates to short Television Development: FILM TV X 476.6 Fee: $499 films with the focus on developing a short film treat- No refund after 13 Jan. From Idea to Small Screen Low-Budget Filmmaking m ment, first draft, and second draft. You gain an under- 4.0 units 4.0 units mOnline standing of the basics of story structure and how the In today’s ever-evolving TV business and market, figur- In this detailed exploration of low-budget filmmaking, Jan. 9-Feb. 13 specific storytelling elements: theme, plot, characters, ing out how and where to sell your “product” can be learn techniques and theories examining all phases of Students enrolled in this section are eligible to pur- and dialogue work in synergy toward the goal of an confusing. Once you’ve settled on an idea, then what the process, from development to production to post- chase Movie Magic Budgeting 7 at a discount. effective short story. Topics include character develop- are the next steps? How do TV shows get “on the air?” production. The focus is on translating a minimum Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & ment, creating realistic dialogue, discovering what you Producers, development executives, directors, and budget into maximum quality on screen. Topics include Elia Urquiza, who has written, shot, and edited many are driven to say through your story’s theme, and writers will benefit from learning all about the develop- the script, financing the production, evaluating the films, often at the crossroads of documentary and fic- planning the scenes with a limited budget in mind. ment process for TV series, limited series, and movies- marketplace, analyzing and breaking down the screen- tion. As a producer, Ms. Urquiza has worked on a Lectures and exercises illustrated with film clips and of-the-week. Course topics include how to give notes; play, learning to apply creativity to a budgetary plan to number of commercial, fiction, and nonfiction projects. readings emphasize the role of story, creating original how to create writer lists; how attachments such as maximize on-screen value, casting, selecting key pro- Her recent documentary, Next, has been screened at characters and developing plot points for different , producers, talent, and directors affect duction personnel, production design, music, editing, festivals around the world. genres of films. You submit your work-in-progress your project; how to assess the TV marketplace by sound design, marketing, and distribution. Throughout throughout the quarter for evaluation and feedback by determining which networks/outlets are right for which the class, you are able to apply concepts learned to MGMT X 403.61 the instructor and the class. At the end of the course, projects; what you should include in your sizzle reel; your own projects. Marketing and Distributing you will have honed your idea and will have a final short and finally, how to effectively pitch your idea. The Reg# 371374 Independent Films Across script or treatment ready for shooting. course goal is to equip you with the knowledge neces- Fee: $699 All Platforms Reg# 371680 sary to successfully go from an idea for a TV series to No refund after 19 Jan. 4.0 units Fee: $699 getting it sold. At the end of the course, you have the FF Hybrid What are the considerations involved in financing, No refund after 20 Jan. opportunity to pitch your shows to industry guests. 11 mtgs packaging, selling, or acquiring a financially viable ❖❖ Classroom Reg# 371169 Jan. 6-Mar. 16 film? Producers, filmmakers, and screenwriters learn 11 mtgs Fee: $699 Monday, 7-10pm, Jan. 6-Mar. 16 what makes a project attractive to potential buyers, Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 No refund after 22 Jan. UCLA Extension Gayley Center: study a variety of deal structures, and learn how to find UCLA Extension Woodland Hills: ❖❖ Classroom 1145 Gayley Ave. domestic and overseas distribution for theatrical, 21650 Oxnard Street c & 11 mtgs No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. television, DVD, and alternative markets. You gain Cynthia Riddle, MFA, award-winning writer/producer, Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 This course includes both online sessions and class- knowledge on how to craft a distribution strategy from a former development exec at MGM, and WGA member UCLA: School of Public Affairs Bldg. & room meetings. Refer to course syllabus for online the earliest stages of project development. Topics who wrote the films Crossroads, Puppy Love, and The c include choosing materials, budget, and casting; sell- Stephanie Varella, independent producer and former session details. c &. Brittany Murphy Story. She has also written projects for VP of Jerry Bruckheimer TV, who has worked on shows Kim Adelman, filmmaker who co-produced the inde- ing the film through festivals and markets; key buyers; Netflix, Showtime, PBS, Nickelodeon, Disney, , and such as CSI, Without a Trace, , Charmed, and pendent feature Just Friends and has produced 19 evolving distribution outlets, such as Internet and cell MarVista, among others. Seventh Heaven. She has developed shows with all the shorts that have played in more than 150 festivals, phones; the roles of producer, marketing and sales Reg# 371684 major studios and broadcast and cable networks, as winning more than 30 awards. She has authored two executives, and executive producers; and an overview Fee: $699 well as the newer-streaming outlets. film books, Making It Big in Shorts and The Ultimate of film financing models. No refund after 20 Jan. Guide to Chick Flicks, and currently writes for Indiewire. Reg# 371662 ❖❖ Classroom Fee: $699 11 mtgs Producing FILM TV X 478.13A No refund after 12 Jan. Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 The Art of Line Producing mmOnline UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: FILM TV X 404 4.0 units Jan. 8-Mar. 24 c & 10920 Lindbrook Dr. c & Pre-Production and Production for This comprehensive, step-by-step overview of physical Kevin Mardesich, former head of the story department Monique Sorgen, writer and director who has been Film and Television production processes covers the tangible and intangible at Oliver Stone’s development company, Ixtlan. He cur- hired to write both scripted and unscripted television 4.0 units aspects of line producing, including budget; breakdown rently runs KevinMardesich.com, a communications and film for independent productions, as well as major This survey course presents an overview of the real- and scheduling; hiring and working with cast, director, practice specializing in written communications for film, studios and networks, local and foreign. Ms. Sorgen has world aspects of producing as practiced in the various staff, crew, and outside vendors; choosing locations; television, and industry leaders. also directed short films and music videos that have sectors of filmed entertainment, from script develop- equipment and music; how to deal with divergent been picked up for distribution. ment through pre-production and production. Topics personalities and specific problem solving during pro- include the producer’s interface with the writer, director, duction; and the differences between producing a and other key personnel; pitching and selling ideas; movie independently versus with a studio. This is not script breakdown and scheduling; budgeting; and all an introduction to production course. the critical on-the-set issues facing the producer. Prerequisite(s): A basic knowledge of film production and Movie Magic Budgeting and Scheduling software Reg# 371661 are highly recommended. Fee: $699 No refund after 10 Jan. kkk mmOnline Jan. 6-Mar. 22 c & Amotz Zakai, vice president, Echo Lake Productions. 94 Entertainment Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971

FILM TV X 478.733 promote your body of work. Instruction emphasizes Producing Documentaries group discussion and interaction, as you are encour- 4.0 units aged to use each other’s sites and platforms in various Learn about the opportunities available to the indepen- assignments. Topics include identifying different audi- dent documentary producer in this overview of the ences; basic video and audio production; mastering entire documentary production process, from idea available video and audio; review of social media through distribution. Emphasis is placed on today’s branding sites; creating an individual brand and brand market—for both television and theatrical one-to-two- messages; understanding design as it relates to pre- hour programs—through screening and discussing sentation; audience building tools, such as fan pages, examples of documentary genres. Lectures emphasize tweet marketing, cross-commenting strategies and story, structure, and style and address related budget, “response-to” uploading; responding to audience; and financial, and technical aspects of television documen- professional interaction. The course goal is to create an taries. Each participant conceives and drafts a written individual presentation plan across chosen platforms synopsis for a one-hour television documentary with the that is critiqued by your peers. option to independently produce a presentation video. Reg# 371697 Specialists with expertise in archival footage, interview Fee: $699 Producing Certificate techniques, location shooting, editing, and other areas No refund after 15 Jan. are invited as guest lecturers, subject to availability. FF Hybrid Reg# 371322 2 mtgs Looking to pursue a certificate in producing? Taught by Hollywood professionals, Fee: $699 Classroom meetings No refund after 21 Jan. Saturday, 10am-5pm, Jan. 11; Mar. 21 the Producing Certificate gives participants an insider view of the “real world” ❖❖ Classroom UCLA Extension DTLA: 261 S. Figueroa St. aspects of producing, providing the essential skills and knowledge needed for 11 mtgs Online sessions Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Jan. 12-Mar. 20 both creative and physical producing. The curriculum emphasizes the role of UCLA Extension DTLA: This course includes both online sessions and ­classroom meetings. Refer to course syllabus for story, as well as principles of financing, marketing, and distribution. 261 S. Figueroa St. c & Priscilla Gonzalez Sainz, an experienced director, online session details. Attendance at the first Get started this winter with these recommended courses. producer, and editor. Ms. Gonzalez has worked as an meeting is mandatory. independent film producer, primarily in documentaries Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c FILM TV X 404 Pre-Production and FILM TV X 476.6 Low-Budget and in television distribution. She has also been a film Robert Scheid, Apple-certified Final Cut Pro, Motion, Production for Film and Television Filmmaking curator and strategist for independent film financing and DVD Studio Pro instructor; television producer; film and distribution. and television editor and colorist. This survey course presents an overview Learn techniques and theories examining of the real-world aspects of producing as all phases of the low-budget filmmaking FILM TV X 431 FILM TV X 480.2 practiced in the various sectors of filmed process, from development to production A World of International Filmmaking Working with Immersive Media: 4.0 units New Trends in XR (VR/AR/MR) entertainment, from script development to post-production, and how to translate As the business of film has become more reliant on the 4.0 units through pre-production and production. a minimum budget into maximum quality international market, so has the production of film. Both Learn how Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), on screen. studio and independent producers alike must under- and Mixed Reality (MR) content is created from incep- Page 93. stand the ever-evolving rules and principles to produc- tion to delivery and how the 360 environment, immer- FILM TV X 478.13A The Art of Line Page 93. ing in countries around the world. This course provides sive and interactive content are integrated with narrative thorough and practical instruction on all the elements story development and design. Throughout the course, Producing You do not need to be enrolled in a and stages to producing films outside of the United leading hardware and software technology companies Gain an understanding of the boots-on- certificate to take a course. States. Every week, case studies explore specific, real- cover all stages of the process of content creation, from the-ground work of physical production life films, which follow the processes involved in pro- live action and CG capture to production and post- ducing films internationally, and compare the production by exploring and pushing the limitations of through the various tasks of a line pro- differences among the territories. The following topics traditional and digital formats. Content creators discuss ducer, such as creating a budget, location are discussed each week for specific countries: film how they integrate those technologies in their projects scouting, hiring crew, and everything commissions, available financing, the approval process, and how technologies can benefit and support their in between. locations and climate, facilities, budgets, unions and ideas to define a unique language which may yet to be working practices, co-production treaties, and local known. Students have the opportunity to test and try Page 93. partners and distributors. At the end of each session, out these innovations in class, get familiar with game students have the tools to produce a film in the region engines (Unity), learn more about platforms and operat- discussed that week. The course also examines the ing systems (Oculus), and understand hardware use broader concepts of international co-productions, avail- and support in live action and CG production (Nokia). For More Information able international film treaties, and their practical Concurrently, prominent creators and producers demo applications. Beyond the local tax credits available in the different types of AR/VR experiences, 360 videos, (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu/certificates/producing territories, instruction also covers “soft equity” and tax immersive media formats, and game-driven interactive shelters where available, and how to apply them to a content. At the end of the course, you have an under- financing plan. Some sessions include a visit from a standing of the AR/VR landscape and how to incorpo- territory’s local film office and/or local producers to rate interactive elements in your creative projects. Course Icons provide additional insight to the country. Reg# 371694 Screenwriting Reg# 371571 Fee: $699 Provide Fee: $699 No refund after 20 Jan. Courses No refund after 21 Jan. ❖❖ Classroom ❖❖ Classroom 11 mtgs Information The UCLA Extension Writers’ Program 11 mtgs Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 offers more than 200 screenwriting Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: At-a-Glance 1010 Westwood Blvd. courses annually—onsite and online— UCLA: Haines Hall c c Kinga Smith, founder of Reverse Engineering Studios, as well as certificates in Feature Film Gregoire Gensollen, chief operating officer of Tucker m ONLINE COURSE Tooley Entertainment, where he oversees film and a new wave management, production, and technology Technical requirements, page 5. Writing, Television Writing, and Film/ television financing and operations. Previously, as senior company. She has produced numerous VR and 360 TV Comprehensive; specializations vice president of International Distribution and Strategy video projects that have been showcased internation- g HYBRID COURSE, page 5. in Television Writers Fellowship at FilmNation, he oversaw worldwide releases for over ally, including Cockatoo Spritz, an immersive VR experi- sixty films, including The King’s Speech, Looper, Mud, ence that premiered at Cannes. WEB-ENHANCED COURSE, page 5. Prep; Pro-Series in Feature Film and Room. Mario Kenyon, head of production at Furious M, an c and Television Pilot Writing; script immersive VR development, production, and distribution v ON-GROUND COURSE, page 5. consultations; and 3 screenwriting FILM TV X 408 company. He is also a writer and producer for virtual competitions. Building an Online Audience reality projects and feature films whose projects have & TEXTBOOK REQUIRED 4.0 units premiered at film festivals, including Tribeca, Sundance, Visit our website for textbook This quarter’s screenwriting courses In the Internet age, uploading your work to YouTube or and Venice. information. begin on page 155. Vimeo is imperative, and successful producers/direc- tors/actors can now demonstrate a growing online C UC CREDIT For more information­ call audience. This course shows you how to create a public May be transferable­ to other Jeff Bonnett­ at (310) 206-1542. face and promotional platform for your creative content. colleges and universities, page 6. Using relevant video platforms, social media, and avail- able website creation tools, learn to present and Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 Entertainment 95

Reg# 371660 you receive guidance from the instructor and gain the commercials, video games, and interactive exhibits who Post-Production Fee: $699 opportunity to build your portfolio. recently released Fictional Radio, an album of cinematic No refund after 10 Jan. Prerequisite(s): The ability to read music, knowledge of electronic music. Mr. Beasley has worked with some of FILM TV X 404A mmOnline music notation, and an understanding of the fundamen- the top composers in the film and television world, Post-Production for Film Jan. 6-Mar. 22 tals of music theory. contributing writing, orchestration, and programming. and Television Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & Reg# 370647 4.0 units James Biddle, award winning filmmaker and editor. Fee: $699 MUSC X 483.3 Emphasizing how new technologies continue to impact Mr. Biddle is a certified professional instructor of Avid No refund after 20 Jan. Score like the Masters: post-production, this course examines the post-produc- Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut Pro X. ❖❖ Classroom Contemporary Techniques tion process for film and television. Topics include He is a senior lecturer at Grady College, University of 11 mtgs 4.0 units picture and sound editing processes; non-linear editing Georgia and runs the Grady College Authorized Training Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 Gain an understanding of and learn to emulate current of single and multi-camera programs; special visual Center for Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere. UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: compositional techniques and their enhanced possibili- effects; the impact of sound—from music scoring to 10920 Lindbrook Dr. ties of expression. Very often composers are asked to effects design; budgeting, scheduling, and deliveries; Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & compose music “sounding like” that of the major and high-definition television and its impact on both Steve Rothstein, PhD, composer of numerous orches- composers today. Study recent film scores and their feature and television post-production. Includes guest Music tral, choral, and chamber works harmonic, melodic, and textural language of such speakers and field trips to post-production facilities. composers as , , Alan Reg# 371658 For more information call (310) 825-9064, email MUSC X 403.53 Silvestri, and .You have the opportunity to Fee: $699 [email protected], or visit Harmony II: Techniques for apply these techniques by composing short pieces No refund after 10 Jan. entertainment.uclaextension.edu. Composing Contemporary Music using your own DAW MIDI setup. mmOnline 4.0 units Prerequisite(s): Access to and proficiency in using a home studio with sequencing software, as samples are Jan. 6-Mar. 22 c In this course, you learn the techniques of 20th/21st Robert Scheid, Apple-certified Final Cut Pro, Motion, Film Scoring century harmony while also applying the theoretical con- required for completion of assignments. The course and DVD Studio Pro instructor; television producer; film cepts to your own compositions. You are exposed to a wide does not include instruction in any specific software. and television editor and colorist. MUSC X 483.43 variety of modern-era harmonic practices, starting with an Participants must already have adequate knowledge Instrumentation and Introduction and resources to MIDI program short compositions and Reg# 371705 introduction to the French Impressionists of the late 19th deliver these electronically. Fee: $699 to Orchestration century and then moving forward to current trends of No refund after 12 Jan. 4.0 units today. Instruction consists of three stages: establishing a Reg# 371035 ❖❖ Classroom Explore why musical instruments sound as they do, how foundation in contemporary harmonic techniques, studying Fee: $699 11 mtgs their sound is produced, and the rudiments of combin- the music scores of the great masters who demonstrate No refund after 20 Jan. Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 ing those sounds together. Learn the characteristics and these techniques, and creating your own compositions by ❖❖ Classroom UCLA: La Kretz Hall basic idiomatic scoring techniques for each orchestral emulating what you have learned. Harmonic concepts 11 mtgs instrument family (strings, woodwinds, brass, and Jordan Kessler, producer and post-production supervi- include: modality and tonal ambiguity of the impressionists, Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 percussion), as well as approaches of writing for differ- sor. Mr. Kessler has served as post-production supervi- total chromaticism, free atonality, serialism, bitonality, UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: ent ensembles. Coursework also includes a review of sor on multiple films, including Wicker Man, The Black modern scales, pandiatonicism, tone clusters and sound 1010 Westwood Blvd. music fundamentals and how to read and study an Dahlia, and The Most Hated Woman in America. His mass, minimalism, neo-romanticism, and more. Scores Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. & orchestral score. Apply your knowledge by composing c producing credits include Life of Crime, Lee Daniels’ studied include works by Debussy, Ravel, Schoenberg, Richard Tuttobene, award-winning composer, orches- three short pieces to be played in class. The Butler, and the upcoming release After Class. Webern, Stravinsky, Ligeti, Penderecki, Reich, Adams, trator, and jazz pianist. Mr. Tuttobene has composed for Prerequisite(s): The ability to read music, knowledge of Glass, Part, and Whitacre. Utilizing many of the concepts numerous feature films, including After Image and music notation, and an understanding of the fundamentals FILM TV X 479.613 learned, you work on your own compositions and study Boiler Maker, and countless television shows, including of music theory. Basic working knowledge of a music The Art and Craft of Film Editing scores that use many of these harmonic techniques. Kenan & Kel, All That, The Amanda Show, Chelsea, and notation program such as Sibelius is highly recom- Prerequisite(s): MUSC X 403.52 Harmony I: Crash Killer Kids. 4.0 units mended, as students are required to produce and print Editing is storytelling. Throughout the process, from first Course in Composing for Tonal Music, or consent of the music scores and instrumental parts for their assign- instructor. MUSC X 483.12 assembly to final delivery, editors are responsible for ments. Additionally, it is recommended to have any profes- Reg# 370649 Writing and Scoring for Strings fulfilling the film’s potential through a full command of sional quality computer-based Digital Audio Workstation. craft, as well as an aesthetic understanding of story, Fee: $699 4.0 units character, and rhythm. By examining different editing Reg# 371090 No refund after 22 Jan. This comprehensive workshop in writing music for the styles, this course covers the elements of storytelling, Fee: $1,299 ❖❖ Classroom string family—violin, viola, cello, and double bass— performance, pace, emotion, action, continuity, and time No refund after 16 Jan. 11 mtgs takes a thorough look at the contemporary and histori- ❖ manipulation. Instruction includes lectures, discussion, ❖ Classroom Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 cal use of the strings and their usage in both film and and viewing exercises. You also learn to select the most 10 mtgs UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: concert music composition. The film composers studied appropriate editing systems and technology by evaluat- Sunday, 3-6:30pm, Jan. 12-Mar. 15 10920 Lindbrook Dr. include Bernard Herrmann, John Williams, Thomas ing the limitations of budgets and time. Burbank: Local 47 Musicians Union, Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. & Newman, , and Jerry Goldsmith. The 3220 Winona Ave. c concert composers include Johannes Brahms, Maurice Reg# 371659 Steve Rothstein, PhD, composer of numerous orches- Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for Ravel, Leonard Bernstein, Edward Elgar, Igor Stravinsky, Fee: $699 tral, choral, and chamber works this course. and John Adams. The course examines how film com- No refund after 10 Jan. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors position has utilized concert music for specific tech- mmOnline MUSC X 483.1 not permitted. & niques, as well as for inspiration. Many sessions feature Jan. 6-Mar. 22 c Film Scoring on a Budget Richard Bronskill, orchestrator for over 100 films, one of the members of the string family, with top pro- Please note this is not a hands-on editing course. 4.0 units including Vice, Mission: Impossible-Rogue Nation, Hotel fessionals from L.A. recording studios demonstrating Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. & Learn to compose an effective on a limited c Transylvania, and 21 Jump Street. Mr. Bronskill has budget using both MIDI pre-records and live profes- their respective instruments and playing student com- Scott Mazak, editor and writer. Mr. Mazak has exten- worked with many notable Hollywood composers, such positions. The final project is the writing and subse- sive teaching experience in all areas of filmmaking and sional musicians. Topics include spotting: the practical as Michael Giacchino, Nicholas Britell, Christopher and psychological considerations of music placement; quent recording of a work for string quintet. also has written about in the book George Young, Christophe Beck, Mark Mothersbaugh, and Prerequisite(s): The ability to read music, knowledge of Lucas’s Blockbusting. methods of synchronizing score to picture; and the Rolfe Kent. dramatic utilization of melody, harmony, rhythm, and music notation, and an understanding of the fundamen- orchestral texture. You write three cues using MIDI that tals of music theory. FILM TV X 477.84 MUSC X 403.52 Introduction to Adobe Premiere will be enhanced with live recording sessions played by Reg# 370852 Harmony I: Crash Course in Fee: $1,999 4.0 units professional musicians. No refund after 15 Jan. Adobe Premiere Pro is used by professionals across the Composing for Tonal Music Prerequisite(s): Knowledge of music notation and the- 4.0 units ❖❖ Classroom spectrum of filmed entertainment, including feature ory, experience in music composition, MUSC X 449.91 The study of harmony has been the foundation of 11 mtgs films, music videos, and documentaries. You learn how The Art and Craft of MIDI, and MUSC X 483.2 Advanced composers for centuries. This intensive crash course Saturday, 10am-1pm, Jan. 11-Mar. 21 to use this powerful program, from simple editing Orchestration: Applied Techniques for the Studio and not only serves as a complete review of diatonic har- Burbank: Local 47 Musicians Union, techniques to more complex compositing, layering, Scoring Stage, or consent of instructor. mony but also teaches you how to apply theoretical 3220 Winona Ave. tilting, motion graphics, and sound design. Instruction Reg# 370634 concepts to your own compositions. Instruction consists Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for includes illustrated lectures, demonstrations, discus- Fee: $1,999 of three stages: establishing a strong foundation in this course. sion, and class projects. Topics include starting a No refund after 12 Jan. diatonic harmony, studying music scores of the great Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors project, organization and subclipping, timeline and basic ❖❖ Classroom masters who demonstrate these techniques, and creat- not permitted. editing tools, editing audio, video effects, color correc- 11 mtgs c & ing your own music compositions emulating what you tion and grading, titles and motion, exporting, and Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Dr. Norman Ludwin, DMA, instrumentalist, composer; have learned. Concepts covered include proper usage posting online. UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: orchestrator, author, and professional bassist who has of scales; functional chord progressions and how they Prerequisite(s): You are required to have a working, 1010 Westwood Blvd. played on hundreds of feature films, television scores, work; roman numeral analysis; how to create both current copy of Adobe Premiere Pro CC, as well as have Three recording sessions to be arranged. and records. As an orchestrator, Dr. Ludwin has worked regional and true modulation; creating chord inversions; video and audio files ready for use while learning Adobe Discounts cannot be applied to a portion of fees for on the recent films , Inside Out, and Star cadence types; and proper notational practices dealing Premiere Pro. this course. Trek Into Darkness. with rhythm, meter, and score set-up. Scores studied Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors kkk include works by J.S. Bach, Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, not permitted. Mendelssohn, and more. 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MUSC X 484.931 Brothers’ Perezcious Music. In A&R, Mr. Murgatroyd has Put Your Music to Work: worked with Evanescence, Drowning Pool, Finger 11, Composition for Commercials and Seether. He discovered Incubus and executive 4.0 units produced albums for Ian Astbury and Diamonte. Thousands of TV commercials are produced and scored every year, and the advertising business is always look- MUSC X 448.35 ing for something fresh, new, and different. In this Legal and Practical Aspects of the online course, composers fine-tune their musical skills Music Business to become more precise and focused composers. Each 4.0 units week, participants are given a different commercial Whether you are an artist, manager, lawyer, accountant, video to score, as well as a second writing assignment music industry executive, producer, songwriter, music that is music only. The latter assignment is to build up publisher, or work for a digital service provider or other the student’s own library of music. Assignments are digital media company, this course is essential to constructively critiqued by the instructor with specific understanding the various ways in which rights are detailed feedback on what improvements are advised exploited and monetized and how revenue is generated to make the music fit the commercial requirements and in the music business. In addition, the critical topics of stand out in a sea of competitive resources. At the end building your artist’s brand as a business, along with of the course, students who complete the course will the necessity of ancillary revenue streams outside of have a compilation of their work to be used for their music and the cutting edge deals dealt with in the digi- own promotion at their website or online viewing portal. tal space, are all covered. Also examined are arrange- Topics include concepts of advertising techniques, ments between record companies and artists; styles of scoring, the ad formula, self-promotion, stan- production deals, producer agreements, and other legal dard business practices, and how to deal with competi- and business issues that arise in the recording studio; Music Certificates tive demos. trademark and rights of publicity; agreements relating Prerequisite(s): Students must be able to receive to the artist’s team of advisors; topics and agreements Quicktime files, record and/or edit their own music, and relating to music publishing rights; monetizing and send MP3s via the Internet. Students who are not understanding the differences between subscription proficient in composing and producing their own cues and ad-supported services, as well as other digital & Specializations may submit music samples or loop composites created media opportunities; and fans, brands, social network- in programs such as GarageBand, Reason, and Acid. ing sites, and cultural communities as they affect Reg# 370675 music, copyrights, and merchandising in a global music Jump-Start Your Career in Music Fee: $699 market. Discussions on current events relating to the No refund after 13 Jan. ever-changing tides of the music industry, including the Interested in a career in music business? Want to pursue film scoring or creating FF Hybrid ongoing legislative developments in Washington, D.C. 2 mtgs affecting copyright reform and their impact on the music independently? Online sessions future of the business, are also woven into lectures Jan. 9-Mar. 19 throughout the course. Enroll in one of our Music Certificates. Classroom meetings Reg# 370644 Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9; Mar. 19 Fee: $699 Music Certificates UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: No refund after 20 Jan. 1010 Westwood Blvd. ❖❖ Classroom BMI proudly supports UCLA Extension certificates. This course includes both online sessions and 11 mtgs ­classroom meetings. Refer to course syllabus for Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 online session details. Attendance at the first UCLA: Dodd Hall c & meeting is mandatory. Jonathan Larr, entertainment attorney at Icarus Law, Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c PC in Los Angeles, a boutique transactional entertain- Music Business Liz Myers, vice president, Trivers/Myers Music; ment law firm whose clients include recording artists, Learn the principles of the music industry in the areas of A&R, touring, marketing, legal ­composer and pianist for commercials and films who songwriters, and producers. Mr. Larr has over a decade won a Clio Award for the arrangement of Gershwin’s of experience in the music industry both as a lawyer issues, publishing, and artist management. Rhapsody in Blue created for United Airlines. and, formerly, as an artist manager. Co‑composer of the theme for the CBS Evening News Independent Music Production with Scott Pelley. MUSC X 448.80 Designed for independent artists, develop the creative skills to write, produce, and Do-It-Yourself Music Marketing record music in your home studio, along with the marketing and business skills to sell it. 4.0 units Music Business Of interest to DIY musicians, producers, managers, Film Scoring startup record label personnel, and anyone interested MUSC X 446.2 in learning fundamental marketing concepts used by Endorsed by the Society of Composers & Lyricists, learn the essential A&R: Making Music from Acquisition the most innovative companies today. You learn how to creative, business, and technical skills needed for a successful career to Release describe your vision; identify a market need; analyze in film scoring from talented industry composers. 4.0 units your fans; learn from your competitors; demo your A definitive analysis of the functions of the A&R profes- products and services; set your marketing plan goals; sional, this course stresses the collective effort needed and find the perfect mix of new marketing strategies from all departments—artist and label—in the creation ranging from branding, product, price, place, promotion, of recorded music in all formats—from creation to and marketing information systems. The Internet, word- Are you looking for a shorter program? acquisition and release. Topics include new artist of-mouth, guerrilla marketing techniques, social media, acquisition; record deals; the role of the producer; mobile marketing, publicity, music licensing, live per- Our new specialization in music supervision can be completed in as little as 2 quarters! working with personal managers and booking agents; forming and touring, merchandising, face-to-face the role of social media from the artist and executive selling, sales promotions, radio, and sponsorships are perspectives; A&R and sync strategies; independent all addressed in course lectures, reading assignments, Music Specializations touring; the current local music scene; specific A&R and discussions with industry guests. You are provided approaches for urban music, EDM, singer/songwriter, with the opportunity to craft a customized, low-budget Music Supervision alternative, and indie music; how to attract interest from marketing plan of attack using step-by-step templates This 4-course specialization equips students with the skills needed to succeed as major and independent labels without compromising and to receive constructive criticism from the instructor music supervisors. artistic integrity; paths to A&R career positions; and and fellow students. At the end of the class, student analysis of how recently signed artists got their first teams are asked to solve real-world marketing prob- lems by presenting innovative solutions before a small Plus, enjoy maximum flexibility—start anytime, with no admissions requirements. contracts. Guest speakers include recording artists, producers, managers, record company executives, and panel of guest judges. (Exceptions apply to the Film Scoring Certificate.) A&R personnel. Reg# 371359 Take the next step toward the career you’ve always wanted! Reg# 370646 Fee: $699 Fee: $699 No refund after 25 Jan. No refund after 22 Jan. ❖❖ Classroom ❖❖ Classroom 11 mtgs 11 mtgs Monday, 7-10pm, Jan 6-Mar16 Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 Sunday, 10am-1pm, Jan 26; Feb 23 UCLA: Dodd Hall UCLA: Dodd Hall c For More Information Victor Murgatroyd, A&R executive, co-general Manager Kayla Monetta (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu for Michael Jackson Online, and president of Warner Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971 Entertainment 97

MUSC X 484.31 Music Supervision for Film Music Production and Television 4.0 units MUSC X 451 Defining the role of the music supervisor by drawing on Entrepreneurship for the Indie Artist the combined resources of the film and television com- 4.0 units munities to marry music and moving images, this course Record-low album sales, industry lay-offs, and ever- is for anyone interested in the business and art of film evolving changes in technology can be disheartening and television music. Lectures and discussion with guest for the aspiring artist looking to break into the business, speakers present the principles and procedures of music but nothing could be further from the truth! There’s supervision. Past guest speakers have included compos- never been a better time to be a do-it-yourself artist, ers, music supervisors, filmmakers, producers, music and this course gives you the tools to assess what you licensing representatives, and executives. can do yourself (and how) and when you should bring in the professionals. Many musicians record and market Reg# 371519 their own music, but only a handful actually monetize Fee: $699 those efforts. Learn the importance of establishing a No refund after 20 Jan. brand and how to harness the power of the Internet to ❖❖ Classroom generate awareness and excitement around your music. 11 mtgs Topics include creating a business plan for yourself and Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 your brand, forming a marketing campaign, deciding on UCLA Extension DTLA: 261 S. Figueroa St. c distribution options, optimizing sales through targeted Instructor to be announced use of social media tracking tools, building a fan base through gigging and merchandise, publishing and MUSC X 448.81 The BMI Jerry Goldsmith licensing, and the latest developments in promotion— Music Publishing: all on a shoestring budget. Instruction features guest A Creative and Business Perspective speakers, who work in various facets of the industry, to 4.0 units bring real-world perspective to the topics. This entry-level course is of interest to songwriters, Reg# 371541 Scholarship in Film Scoring bands, and producers but applicable to anyone who Fee: $699 wants to learn both the creative and business basics of No refund after 26 Jan. music publishing from A-Z. You learn how to improve FF Hybrid Application deadline: February 14. Scholarships are awarded annually. your chances for getting seen, heard, and signed. Topics 9 mtgs include effective songs, broadcast quality recordings, and Jan. 6-Mar. 16 This annual scholarship award is for students enrolled in the Film Scoring Certificate. The brand equity; how to ensure that you’re not getting ripped Monday, 7-10pm, Jan. 6-Mar. 16 off: copyright basics, copyright registration UCLA: La Kretz Hall winner receives $2,500 toward the cost of courses in the program. Don’t miss out on in Washington D.C. and co-writer and producer splits; No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. this opportunity. what music publishing companies can do for your career: This course includes both online sessions and class- song-plugging, advances, and copyright administration; room meetings. Refer to course syllabus for online Pictured above, left to right: Kim Gouveia, Program Representative, UCLA Extension Entertainment Studies; Pascale Cohen-Olivar, Program Director, UCLA Extension Entertainment Studies; Doreen Ringer-Ross, Vice President Creative–Film, TV & Visual Media, BMI; and Antoni how to make sense of publishing deals and copyright session details. assignment: exclusive songwriter agreements, co-pub- c Mairata March, 2019 BMI/Jerry Goldsmith Film Scoring Scholarship recipient. Robert Teegarden, former manager at Universal Music lishing deals, and administration agreements; how to get Group, music business educator, and entrepreneur paid for your music and master recordings: mechanical For more information and to apply, visit royalties, performance royalties, synch fees, master-use entertainment.uclaextension.edu/bmischolarship fees, print royalties, new electronic transmissions, and MUSC X 480 foreign sub-publishing monies. You also learn how and Introduction to Logic Pro when to join important music organizations and societies: 4.0 units ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, Sound Exchange, and The Harry Fox Logic Pro is a professional music production program that Agency; and how to start your own publishing company: combines composition, notation, and audio production self-publishing, music libraries, resource guides, and facilities. Of interest to songwriters, composers, audio Film Scoring Certificate pitching your own music in film, TV, games, advertising, producers, and audio engineers, this course introduces corporate videos, movie trailers, and DVD featurettes. No you to the primary features and basic user interface of prior understanding of music publishing is needed. Logic Pro X. Using your own Mac, you walk through the Endorsed by the Society of Composers & Lyricists process of creating an actual song, from recording, pro- Reg# 370642 ducing a Virtual Drum track, editing audio with Flex Time Fee: $699 and Pitch, and recording/editing/arranging of MIDI No refund after 22 Jan. sequences and Apple Loops to digital effects processing ❖ ❖ Classroom using virtual amps and pedals, Logic remote on the iPad, 11 mtgs automation, and mixing. This course prepares you for the Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 Apple Certification exam. UCLA Extension DTLA: 261 S. Figueroa St. Prerequisite(s): Basic computer skills and basic audio Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & technology concepts. Students must have access to Suzan Koc, songwriting mentor and owner of Songwrit- their own Mac computer with a minimum of 15 GB ers Rendezvous, an exclusive songwriting workshop, of free space, a power adapter, and Logic Pro X 10.4 and the boutique publishing company, House Call and above (installed and fully updated); external hard Music. She has held positions such as VP of Creative drive/audio interface/mic/midi keyboard are optional at BMG Rights Management and VP of Writer Develop- but recommended. ment at BMG Music Publishing. Reg# 370638 MUSC X 448.86 Fee: $699 No refund after 26 Jan. Touring, Tour Accounting, FF Hybrid and Merchandising 8 mtgs 4.0 units Online sessions Discover the fundamental aspects of the concert touring Jan. 6-Mar. 15 Under the direction of talented industry professionals, learn the essential creative, industry. This course guides students through the entire Classroom meetings business and technical skills needed for a succesful career in film scoring. Compose your touring process, from planning to settling live perfor- Monday, 6:30-10pm, Jan. 6-Mar. 9 own scores for film, TV, and video games, both electronically and using professional mances. Participants gain an understanding of different UCLA Extension 1010 Westwood: union musicians. tour revenue streams, such as ticket sales, sponsorship 1010 Westwood Blvd. income, and merchandising. Students also learn how to No meetings Jan. 20; Feb. 17. maximize tour profits through effective marketing, pro- Flexible evening and weekend scheduling allows for completion of the program in as This course includes both online sessions and class- little as 1 year. motion, budgeting, and monitoring. Instruction includes room meetings. Refer to course syllabus for online lectures, industry guest speakers, and discussion. session details. Students may begin the program in either the Winter and Summer quarters. Reg# 371209 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & Fee: $699 Maurizio OttO De Togni, composer for commercials No refund after 21 Jan. and TV, music/sound editor and producer. Mr. De Togni ❖❖ Classroom is an Apple Certified Master Trainer in Logic Pro and an 11 mtgs Avid Certified Pro Tools Expert instructor. His clients Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 include , Maroon 5’s James Valen- For More Information UCLA: Dodd Hall c tine, and Jesse Carmichael. Instructor to be announced (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu/certificates/film-scoring 98 Entertainment Enroll at uclaextension.edu or call (800) 825-9971

Reg# 370635 Reg# 370636 Fee: $699 Fee: $699 No refund after 10 Jan. No refund after 20 Jan. mmOnline ❖❖ Classroom Jan. 6-Mar. 22 11 mtgs Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c Tuesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 7-Mar. 17 Michael Blum, award-winning producer/music engi- UCLA: Bunche Hall neer. Mr. Blum engineered several LPs for Madonna and Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & worked with such artists as Pink Floyd, Bryan Ferry, and Michael Blum, for credits see page 98. Kenny Loggins. He produced platinum artist Anastacia in his own Titan Recording Studio and discovered, MUSC X 415.3 recorded, and produced Kelly Clarkson. Making Your Mark in Music: Stage Performance Secrets MUSC X 448.6 4.0 units The Record Production Process: This course focuses on developing your artistic identity, Professional Practices stage presence, and signature sound. Through a series 4.0 units of exercises, performance feedback, and homework, Music Business Certificate This course provides an overview of the role of the record learn how to develop a strong stage persona, perfect producer and his responsibility through all the stages of your vocal and microphone techniques, choose the right making a record: pre-production, recording, overdubs, songs for you, convey a story through song lyrics, move Winter is the perfect time to begin pursuing a Music Business Certificate! editing, mixing, and mastering. Topics include how to use your body on stage, be interviewed, and interact with This program is for aspiring and established artists, producers, managers, appropriate terminology to communicate effectively with an audience, with the goal of maintaining a remarkable the various members of the production team, sharpening presence in today’s entertainment industry. The objec- songwriters, and publishers on the principles of the music industry in the areas your listening skills so you can incorporate specific ele- tive is to provide you with a set of practical skills that of A&R, touring, marketing, legal issues, publishing, and artist management. ments into your own production, producing for a specific help distinguish you as an artist in the professional artist’s genre of music and how to get the best perfor- world of music. Don’t know where to begin? We recommend getting started with the mance from the artist, how producing a band is different Reg# 370645 following courses. from a solo artist, and how to budget for record produc- Fee: $699 tion. You also learn arrangement techniques, as well as No refund after 31 Jan. MUSC X 446.2 A&R: Making Music MUSC X 448.6 The Record Production key vocal production techniques for main and back- ❖❖ Classroom ground vocals. Discover the difference between produc- 9 mtgs from Acquisition to Release Process: Professional Practices ing a mix and engineering a mix, as well as the different Saturday, 12:30-4:30pm, Jan. 11-Mar. 14 Learn the functions of the A&R profes- An overview of the role of the record style of mixes that are needed before going into the UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: mastering phase of a project. At the end of the course, 10920 Lindbrook Dr. sional, including the collective effort ­producer and his responsibility through you will have gained musical, emotional, performance, Field trip needed from all departments—artist and all the stages of making a record: and arrangement techniques designed to make your Friday, 7-10pm, Mar. 20 label—in the creation of recorded music in pre-production, recording, overdubs, music more compelling. Location to be announced all formats, from inception to acquisition editing, mixing, and mastering. Reg# 370637 No meetings Jan. 18; Feb. 15. and release. Fee: $699 Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & Page 98. No refund after 21 Jan. Anika Paris, award-winning songwriter whose work Page 96. ❖❖ Classroom has been featured in major films and on television. She You do not need to be enrolled in a 11 mtgs recorded three solo CDs and toured the world with MUSC X 448.35 Legal and Practical certificate to take a course. Wednesday, 7-10pm, Jan. 8-Mar. 18 Stevie Wonder, John Legend, and John Mayer. She is Aspects of the Music Business UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center: the author of Five Star Music Makeover, Making Your 10920 Lindbrook Dr. Discover how to monetize and maintain Mark in Music, and a book of poetry, Woven Voices. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c revenue in the music industry, no matter Jonathan Brown, two-time Grammy-nominated pro- MUSC X 404.1 what your role may be, by exploring ducer who is also an accomplished recording engineer, Writing Lyrics That Succeed ­copyrights, streaming services, social BMI proudly supports UCLA Extension mixer, remixer, writer, and multi-instrumentalist. Some and Endure ­networks, the nature of talent/business certificates. of his top recording artist clients include: Pink, Eminem, 4.0 units Jaheim, and The Black Eyed Peas. The goal of this workshop is to enable you to raise your agreements, and much more. own standards—reaching further, writing better. Lec- Page 96. MUSC X 441.5 tures, discussions with guest professionals, and analy- Creating Commercial sis of student assignments and works-in-progress give Sounding Masters you experience in the practices of the profession, For More Information 4.0 units including writing on assignment and deadline, rewriting, (310) 825-9064 | entertainment.uclaextension.edu/certificates/music-business Just understanding how to operate a DAW (Protools or and collaboration. Topics include what is valued in a Logic) is not enough to help you to make your recordings lyric; reviewing the great songs; expanding one’s competitive with commercial sounding masters. In this horizons; the craft of lyric writing; overcoming stumbling MUSC X 479.12 Reg# 370640 workshop-style class, independent artists learn how to blocks; developing a personal style; collaboration; Introduction to Pro Tools Fee: $699 create commercial-sounding recordings “in-the-style-of”; handling rejection; the new marketplace; new opportu- 4.0 units No refund after 10 Jan. that is, re-producing a hit recording from the ground-up nities in film, theater, and ; and artistic objec- Ideal for those who have recently purchased Pro Tools mmOnline and emulating the work of the well-known producers and tives: writing lyrics that make a difference, writing lyrics and have been working with the system for less than Jan. 6-Mar. 15 engineers. You learn what elements made those hits to be proud of, and creating works that survive in an successful and how to re-create those winning produc- age of disposable product. one year. Learn the foundational skills and working Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. c & knowledge needed to perform basic Pro Tools opera- Maurizio OttO De Togni, composer for commercials tion components: sound, feel, and emotional power. Prerequisite(s): Prior experience writing lyrics. tions, and begin your own projects or interface with and TV, music/sound editor and producer. Mr. De Togni Classes are hands-on, real-world, intensive, and cover Reg# 370643 others using Pro Tools. Topics include system capabili- is an Apple Certified Master Trainer in Logic Pro and an such concepts as choosing musicians and finessing the Fee: $699 ties, navigation and display basics, understanding the Avid Certified Pro Tools Expert instructor. His clients best performance out of artists. You produce, mix, and No refund after 22 Jan. edit and mix windows, making your first audio record- include Paramount Pictures, Maroon 5’s James Valen- master one music project—either a live band or a solo ❖❖ Classroom ing, making selections and playing audio, using the tine, and Jesse Carmichael. artist. Your project must incorporate live instruments, as 11 mtgs editing modes and tools, importing audio and working well as programmed instruments. The course is personal- Thursday, 7-10pm, Jan. 9-Mar. 19 with video files, using fades, managing audio clips, MUSC X 441.3 ized to help each student explore the full potential of UCLA: Franz Hall elastic audio, basic mixing concepts, introduction to Audio Recording Theory creating and producing their music. Topics include pre- Marty Panzer, lyricist and producer with 35 gold and Real Time plug-ins, and an introduction to MIDI within 4.0 units production; recording using Pro Tools or Logic; getting platinum records and four BMI Million-Play Awards; Pro Tools. This course prepares you for the AVID certi- Specifically tailored to independent artists, this course great vocal performances through microphone tech- lifelong collaborator with Barry Manilow. His songs have fied Pro Tools 101 exam. presents a practical and effective introduction to the niques; recording and mixing techniques; mastering; and been recorded by artists such as Barbara Streisand, Prerequisite(s): Basic computer skills and basic audio theory, art, and craft of sound recording. Instruction budgeting. Near the end of the course, your projects are Kenny Rogers, and Julio Iglesias; and he has written technology concepts. Students must have access to covers the basics of audio, acoustics, and electronics, played and critiqued in class. and produced more than 100 songs for Walt Disney. their own Mac or PC laptop with a minimum of 15 GB as well as the theory and operation of the most com- Prerequisite(s): You must be familiar with and comfort- of free space, a power adapter, and Pro Tools 12 monly used signal processors, audio consoles, monitor able working a DAW (Pro-Tools, Logic, Digital Performer, or 2018 (installed and fully updated); external hard loudspeakers, and microphones and their application to or Cubase). drive/audio interface/mic/midi keyboard are optional the digital audio workstation production process. kkk but recommended. kkk kkk