USC Schedule of Classes

Production (CTPR)

• http://cinema.usc.edu/production
• D class assignments for undergraduates available in SCB105; phone (213) 740-8358.
• YOU MUST ATTEND THE FIRST SESSION of each course or you may be replaced by a student on the waiting list, even if you are registered. D-clearance for graduate-level classes (except CTPR 580-level advanced project courses) must be requested through the Film and Television Production Division office. Please see Jonathan Martofel (SCA427) or James Kim (SCA434) for D-clearance details and procedures. School of Cinematic Arts "R" courses change to "D" in the third week of classes, and require both instructor and departmental approval.

CTPR 288: Originating and Developing Ideas for Film (2.0 units)

Exercises in observation, imaginative association, visualization, etc., that deepen the creative process, leading to ideas, stories, characters, and images for narrative, documentary, and experimental films.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18466D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday	11 of 16	Anne Desalvo	SCB207	Word (90624 KB)
18467D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	8 of 16	Doe Mayer	SCI209	Word (94208 KB)

CTPR 290: Cinematic Communication (4.0-6.0 units)

Introduction to the interrelationship of visuals, sound, and editing in cinematic communication. Workshops in directing and producing. Individual and group projects.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18470D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	17 of 18	Bill Yahraus	SCA363	PDF (307965 KB)
18471D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	David Maquiling	SCA259	PDF (87902 KB)
18472D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	16 of 18	Juli Juteau	SCA310	Word (106496 KB)
18473D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	17 of 18	Miles Watkins	SCA310	PDF (289854 KB)
18476D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Mon, Wed	17 of 18	Sheldon Larry	SCA310	Word (115712 KB)
18477D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	Beth Block	SCA316	Word (136704 KB)
18479D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	18 of 18	James Savoca	SCA203	PDF (172607 KB)

CTPR 294: Directing in Television, Fiction, and Documentary (4.0 units)

Basic concepts of directing in television, documentary and fictional narrative. Includes work with actors, documentary concepts, and creation of short television projects.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
• Concurrent enrollment: CTPR 295

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18461D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Jennifer Warren	SCESTG 2	PDF (37570 KB)
18462D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	21 of 21	Bill Yahraus	SCA214	PDF (37570 KB)
18464D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Everett Lewis	RZC114	PDF (37570 KB)

Concurrent Course
CTPR 295L: Cinematic Arts Laboratory (4.0 units)

The aesthetics and tools of the major disciplines of cinematic arts: producing, cinematography, sound, and editing.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18480D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	21 of 21	James Okeeffe,	SCESTG 1	PDF (82060 KB)
			6:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Sevak Ohanian, Tom Miller, Preston Defrancis	SCA310
18481D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	18 of 18	James Okeeffe,	SCESTG 1	PDF (82060 KB)
			1:00-3:50pm	Thursday		Sevak Ohanian, Tom Miller, Sahand Nikoukar	SCA258
18482D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	18 of 18	James Okeeffe,	SCA356	PDF (82060 KB)
			6:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Mary Posatko, Preston Defrancis	SCAB128

CTPR 295L: Cinematic Arts Laboratory (4.0 units)

The aesthetics and tools of the major disciplines of cinematic arts: producing, cinematography, sound, and editing.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
• Concurrent enrollment: CTPR 294

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18480D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	21 of 21	James Okeeffe,	SCESTG 1	PDF (82060 KB)
			6:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Sevak Ohanian, Tom Miller, Preston Defrancis	SCA310
18481D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	18 of 18	James Okeeffe,	SCESTG 1	PDF (82060 KB)
			1:00-3:50pm	Thursday		Sevak Ohanian, Tom Miller, Sahand Nikoukar	SCA258
18482D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	18 of 18	James Okeeffe,	SCA356	PDF (82060 KB)
			6:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Mary Posatko, Preston Defrancis	SCAB128

Concurrent Course
CTPR 294: Directing in Television, Fiction, and Documentary (4.0 units)

Basic concepts of directing in television, documentary and fictional narrative. Includes work with actors, documentary concepts, and creation of short television projects.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18461D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Jennifer Warren	SCESTG 2	PDF (37570 KB)
18462D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	21 of 21	Bill Yahraus	SCA214	PDF (37570 KB)
18464D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Everett Lewis	RZC114	PDF (37570 KB)

CTPR 310: Intermediate Production (4.0-6.0 units)

Principles of visual and aural communication; idea development and realization using image, movement, pace, the spoken word and other sounds; small crew projects.

• Prerequisite: (CTPR 294 and CTPR 295)

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18484D	001	6.0	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	Brenda Goodman,	SCA310	Word (159744 KB)
				1:00-3:50pm 1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday Thursday		David Maquiling, Robert Kositchek, Nancy Forner, Kenneth Hall	SCESTG 1 SCAB148
18485D	001	6.0	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	16 of 18	Nina Sadowsky,	SCA204	Word (228864 KB)
				6:00-9:00pm 7:00-10:00pm	Thursday Tuesday		Jeffrey Lengyel, Jason Inouye, Lynzee Klingman, Simon Coke	SCESTG 1 SCAB128
18486D	001	6.0	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	Mary Posatko,	SCA209	Word (159744 KB)
				4:00-6:50pm 7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday Wednesday		Jeffrey Obrow, Angelo Pacifici, John Rosenberg, Stephen Flick	SCESTG 1 SCAB128

CTPR 327: Motion Picture Camera (3.0 units)

Use of motion picture camera equipment; principles of black-and-white and color cinematography. Individual projects.

• Note: CTPR 327 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18493D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Tuesday	17 of 18	Christopher Chomyn	SCCSTG 3	PDF (142467 KB)
18494D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Wednesday	9 of 18	Tristan Whitman	SCCSTG 3

CTPR 335: Motion Picture Editing (3.0 units)

Theory, techniques, and practices in picture editing; use of standard editing equipment; individual projects.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18499D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	13 of 16	Michael Economou	SCA363	PDF (575378 KB)
18500D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	12 of 16	Alex Jablonski	SCA259
18501D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	10 of 16	Duwayne Dunham	SCA362

CTPR 340: Creating the Motion Picture Sound Track (2.0 units)

Techniques and aesthetics for recording production sound, editing dialogue, sound effects, music, Foley and preparing for the mix. For film, television, and other media.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18503D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday	14 of 16	Don Hall	SCAB128	PDF (85821 KB)

CTPR 371: Directing for Television (4.0 units)

Preparation of director's preproduction blockout; study of direction for live, tape, and film production, for both dramatic and informational television.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18502D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Tuesday	11 of 12	Mary Belli	RZCSTG A	Word (123546 KB)

CTPR 385: Colloquium: Motion Picture Production Techniques (4.0 units)

Basic procedures and techniques applicable to production of all types of films; demonstration by production of a short film from conception to completion.

• Note: CTPR 385 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18510D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Tuesday	14 of 18	David O'Brien	RZC114
18511D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Thursday	15 of 18	Todd Robinson	RZC114

CTPR 386: Art and Industry of the Theatrical Film (4.0 units)

Detailed analysis of one theatrical film from conception through critical reception to develop an understanding of motion pictures as art, craft, and industry.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18515D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	34 of 35	Jason Squire	SCA203

CTPR 409: Practicum in Television Production (2.0-4.0 units, max 8)

Television production: laboratory course covers operating cameras, creating graphics, technical operations, controlling audio and floor-managing live productions. Students plan and produce actual Trojan Vision programs.

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18516D	001	2.0	Lecture	TBA	TBA	91 of 100	Joel Parker	OFFICE
18517D	001	4.0	Lecture	TBA	TBA	18 of 100	Joel Parker	OFFICE

CTPR 410: The Movie Business: From Story Concept to Exhibition (2.0 units)

Examination of the industry from story ideas, through script development, production and exhibition; evaluation of roles played by writers, agents, studio executives, marketing and publicity.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18522D	001	Lecture	6:00-9:00pm	Monday	13 of 35	Peter Exline	SCA110	Word (38912 KB)
19129D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Wednesday	46 of 48	Daniel Sussman	SCB104

CTPR 421: Practicum in Editing (2.0 units)

Workshop in how editing can shape storytelling, using content from a variety of media and in various styles. Modern non-linear equipment and techniques.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 310 or CTPR 335)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18527D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Wednesday	16 of 16	Norman Hollyn	SCA204	PDF (154755 KB)

CTPR 422: Makeup for Motion Pictures (2.0 units)

Lecture-laboratory in makeup relating it to mood of the story and emulsion of the camera stock.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18529D	001	Lecture-Lab	10:00-11:50am	Friday	19 of 20	Ian Goodwin	SCX212	PDF (837089 KB)

CTPR 423: Introduction to Special Effects in Cinema (2.0 units)

Introductory workshop in the aesthetics and practices of special effects, embracing both the classical and contemporary modes.

• Note: CTPR 423 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18532D	001	Lecture	7:00-11:00pm	Monday	25 of 30	Gene Warren III, Gene Warren Jr	SCCSTG 3

CTPR 424: Practicum in Cinematography (2.0 units)

Camera and lighting workshop in color cinematography, beginning with 35mm still photography and moving into 16mm and digital motion picture formats. In-class exercises.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 310 or CTPR 327)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18535D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Wednesday	12 of 12	Judith Irola	SCCSTG 3	Word (53248 KB)

CTPR 425: Production Planning (2.0 units)

Theory, discussion, and practical application of production planning during preproduction and production of a film.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18538D	001	Lecture	7:00-9:00pm	Wednesday	19 of 25	Robert Brown	SCA356	PDF (196946 KB)

CTPR 426: The Production Experience (2.0 units)

To provide students with basic working knowledge of both the skills of the motion picture set and production operations through classroom lectures and hands-on experience.

• Note: CTPR 426 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18541D	001	Lecture	9:00-12:50pm	Thursday	3 of 20	Helaine Head, Michael Peyser	SCI106	PDF (100340 KB)

CTPR 438: Practicum in Producing (2.0 units)

A comprehensive overview of the role of the producer. How projects are conceived, developed, packaged, financed and marketed.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 310 or CTPR 425)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18545D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Thursday	19 of 19	John Watson	SCI209

CTPR 440: Practicum in Sound (2.0 units, max 4)

Aesthetic and technical skills of production and post-production sound necessary to create a motion picture soundtrack.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 310 or CTPR 340)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18546D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	13 of 16	Richard Burton	SCAB130	Word (136361 KB)

CTPR 450: The Production and Post-Production Assistant (2.0 units)

Detailed view of the process of making media. Introducing fundamental thinking typical of each craft. Weekend crew experience and responsibilities.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 310
• Corequisite: 1 from (CTPR 421 or CTPR 424 or CTPR 438 or CTPR 440 or CTPR 465)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18548D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	50 of 54	Brenda Goodman, Michael Peyser	SCI106	PDF (104853 KB)

CTPR 454: Acting for Film and Television (4.0 units)

Intensive examination of skills and techniques necessary for successful performances in film and television. Practical application through in-class exercises and assigned projects.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18550D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Monday	23 of 25	Anne Desalvo	RZCSTG A	Word (95349 KB)

CTPR 455: Introduction to Production Design (2.0 units)

Structure of the filmic art department, fundamentals and application of design principles to film and television, including script breakdown, design concepts and storyboarding.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18553D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	12 of 25	Mark Stratton	SCA209	PDF (107229 KB)

CTPR 456: Introduction to Art Direction (2.0 units)

Introduction to computer drafting, set design, rendering and model-making for students with diverse abilities. Guest lecturers, group discussions and hands-on workshop.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18556D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	6 of 25	Thomas Wilkins	SCA204	PDF (77500 KB)

CTPR 457: Creating Poetic Cinema (2.0 units)

An investigation of poetic cinema from four different perspectives: found poetry; applied poetry; poetry as image; and poetry in narrative fiction. Production of short films.

• Note: CTPR 457 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18557D	001	Lecture	3:00-5:50pm	Wednesday	11 of 15	Pablo Frasconi	SCB104	PDF (193280 KB)

CTPR 460: Film Business Procedures and Distribution (2.0-4.0 units, max 8)

Financing, budgeting, management as applied to films; problems of distribution, including merchandising, cataloging, evaluation, and film library management.

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18559D	001	2.0	Lecture	1:00-2:50pm	Tuesday	28 of 30	Jason Squire	SCA363
19139D	001	2.0	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	26 of 38	Julie Rieger	SCI108

CTPR 461: Managing Television Stations and Internet Media (2.0 units)

Managing electronic media, including radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, and the internet.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18562D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Wednesday	26 of 30	Richard Block	SCA209	Word (28493 KB)

CTPR 465: Practicum in Production Design (2.0 units)

Introduction to visual storytelling: designing the look of a film, building visual continuity into a film, study of the production designers art and craft.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 310 or CTPR 455 or CTPR 456)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18563D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	15 of 16	Michael Provart	SCB304	PDF (61219 KB)

CTPR 470: Practicum in On-Screen Direction of Actors (4.0 units)

Concentration on the basic skills in working with actors from a director's point of view.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18565D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	6 of 20	Steven Albrezzi	RZCSTG A	PDF (87188 KB)

CTPR 474: Documentary Production (4.0 units)

Pairs produce, direct, shoot, and edit a short documentary on a subject of their choice. Finished projects will be suitable for broadcast/festivals.

• Note: CTPR 474 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18569D	001	Lecture	1:00-4:50pm	Monday	15 of 15	Bill Yahraus	SCA258	PDF (192738 KB)

CTPR 476: Directing The Comedic Scene (2.0 units)

Directing comedy: casting, rehearsing, directing actors, scene analysis, staging, shooting, and editing, leading to the filming of a two-person comic scene

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18572D	001	Lecture	6:00-9:50pm	Wednesday	13 of 15	Barnet Kellman	RZC108	Word (69632 KB)

CTPR 478: Practicum in Directing (2.0 units)

Concepts of directing for motion pictures, emphasizing the working relationship of actors and directors. Scenes will be staged in class and filmed for class presentation.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 310
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18570D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Wednesday	12 of 12	Peter Robinson	RZCSTG A
18571D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	13 of 13	Sean Mullin	RZCSTG A
18575D	001	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Wednesday	12 of 12	Jennifer Warren	RZCSTG A

CTPR 479: Single Camera Television Dramatic Pilot (2.0 units)

Collaborative writing, preproduction and shooting of a pilot act for an original episodic television drama, shot on stage sets built for the show.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18577D	001	Lecture	9:00-12:50pm	Thursday	22 of 40	Helaine Head, John Roman, Gary Wagner,Stephen Lovejoy, Michael Provart	SCI106	PDF (109827 KB)

CTPR 480: Advanced Production Workshop (4.0 units, max 12)

Directors, producers, cinematographers, editors and sound designers collaborate to produce, shoot, edit and deliver fictional, documentary or experimental projects. CTPR 478 required to direct.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 376 or CTPR 450)
• Note: Register for lecture and one lab.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18580D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	11 of 55	Michael Peyser	SCA112	PDF (322444 KB)
18582D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	1 of 20	Tony Cucchiari	RZC108
18583D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	4 of 4	Sheldon Larry
18584D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	1 of 20	Clifford Latimer,Diego Perez	SCA127A
18585D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	3 of 20	Michael Peyser	SCA356
18586D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	2 of 20	Tom Miller,	SCAB149
			9:00-11:50am	Thursday		Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCAB148
18587D	001	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	0 of 20		SCB304

CTPR 484: Advanced Multi-Camera Television Workshop (4.0 units, max 8)

Exercises and practical application for writing and producing a multi-camera television project. Special attention to the development of the sitcom. Recommended preparation: CTPR 371 required for students who wish to direct a sitcom.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18590D	001	Lecture	7:00-11:00pm	Wednesday	11 of 25	Richard Clayman,Nancy Forner	SCCSTG 4	Word (53760 KB)

CTPR 487: The Recording Studio in Film and Video Production (2.0 units)

Exploration of the role of the recording studio in professional film and video productions. Emphasis on technical and hardware considerations.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18593D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Monday	18 of 18	Buddy Halligan	SCBB115	PDF (149112 KB)

CTPR 496: The Film Industry: Career Challenges and Choices for Women (2.0 units)

Discusses womens' roles in the entertainment industry and career opportunities available for women in the business, corporate, and creative sectors.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18599D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	19 of 25	Bonnie Bruckheimer	SCA209	Word (127651 KB)

CTPR 497: Music Video Production (2.0 units)

Writing the concept, budgeting, shooting, editing and directing a music video. Also covered: getting the job, dealing with the band, working with the record company. Prerequisites: CTPR 310.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 310

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18598D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Wednesday	15 of 24	Debbie Merlin, Jeffrey Obrow	SCA316

CTPR 499: Special Topics (2.0-4.0 units, max 8)

Detailed investigation of new or emerging aspects of cinema and/or television; special subjects offered by visiting faculty; experimental subjects.

Section	Session	Units	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
Creating Webisodes
18595D	001	2.0	Lecture	7:00-9:50pm	Monday	7 of 10	Sean Mullin	SCI209	PDF (102111 KB)
Masters of Directorial Style
18596D	001	2.0	Lecture	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	46 of 75	Thomas Abrams	SCA110	PDF (16054 KB)
Introduction to Media and Social Change
18597D	001	2.0	Lecture	10:00-12:50pm	Thursday	Canceled

CTPR 504: Fundamentals of Production (4.0 units)

Each student writes/directs a group exercise; includes: collaboration, script breakdown, story beats, casting, directing, camera operation, expressive cinematography, scene structure, AVID, editing and sound design.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18605D	037	Lecture	9:00-12:50pm	Tuesday	Canceled

CTPR 506: Visual Expression (2.0 units)

Definition, analysis, and structure of the visual components that make film an expressive medium; theory and practical application; individual projects and lecture/demonstration.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTAN 547 or CTIN 534 or CTPR 504 or CTPR 507)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18600D	037	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	33 of 36	Bruce Block	SCA112	PDF (60017 KB)
18601D	037	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	Canceled
18602D	037	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	30 of 35	Bruce Block	SCA112	PDF (60017 KB)

CTPR 507: Production I (4.0 units)

The effective communication of ideas through the language of cinema; one directing exercise; two short HD projects; introductions to producing, directing, editing, cinematography, and sound.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
• Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
• Note: Register for one Lecture. CTPR students ONLY also register for one Lab.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18603D	037	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Monday	17 of 18	Robert Kositchek,	SCESTG 2	PDF (242117 KB)
			2:00-5:50pm	Wednesday		Stuart Pollard, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian, Douglas Vaughan	SCI207
18604D	037	Lecture	9:00-12:50pm	Tuesday	16 of 18	Linda Brown,	SCESTG 2	PDF (184802 KB)
			9:00-12:50pm	Thursday		Miles Watkins, Tony Porter, Douglas Vaughan	SCA363
18607D	037	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	18 of 18	Everett Lewis,	SCA203	Word (41202 KB)
			2:00-5:50pm	Thursday		Jason Inouye, John Rosenberg, Douglas Vaughan	SCESTG 2
18608D	037	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	17 of 18	Judith Irola,	SCESTG 2	PDF (198163 KB)
			2:00-5:50pm	Thursday		Larry Carroll, Tony Porter, Douglas Vaughan	SCA316
18612D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Monday	15 of 16	Steven Albrezzi	SCA258
18613D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Tuesday	14 of 16	Peter Robinson	SCA258
18614D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Wednesday	16 of 17	Steven Albrezzi	SCA258
18615D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Thursday	15 of 16	Peter Robinson	SCA258
18616D	037	Lab	TBA	TBA	8 of 12		OFFICE

CTPR 508: Production II (6.0 units)

Practicum in group production, emphasizing the collaborative process and the expressive use of sound and image. Prerequisites: CTPR 507 and CTPR 510 and CTWR 505.

• Prerequisite: (CTPR 507 and CTPR 510 and CTWR 505)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18619D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	15 of 15	Carolyn Manetti,	SCA110	PDF (190460 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tue, Thu		Michael Connors, Christopher Chomyn, Robert Jones, Suhail Kafity	SCA204
18620D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	15 of 15	Edward Parks,	SCI108	PDF (266600 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tue, Thu		James Savoca, Jacek Laskus, Pablo Frasconi, Stephen Flick	SCA209
18621D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	13 of 15	Jed Dannenbaum,	SCA204	PDF (137428 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed		Adam Salky, Tony Cucchiari, Tina Hirsch, Kenneth Hall	SCA204
18622D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	12 of 15	Nina Sadowsky,	SCA209	Word (81408 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed		Mike Ott, Suki Medencevic, Allan Holzman, Clifford Latimer	SCA209

CTPR 510: Concepts of Cinematic Production (2.0 units)

Overview of the process of making media. Introduces fundamental thinking typical of each craft. Presents realities of careers and ethical issues in media. Corequisite: CTPR 507.

• Corequisite: CTPR 507

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18623D	037	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Monday	59 of 70	Don Hall,Peggy Weil	NCT	PDF (175508 KB)

CTPR 523: Introduction to Multiple-Camera Production (2.0 units)

How to direct comedy or dramatic scenes, using multiple camera techniques. Students also serve as crew members, learning lighting, mixing, studio controls, and stage management.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18625D	037	Lecture	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	12 of 12	Mary Belli	RZCSTG A	Word (124565 KB)

CTPR 531: Planning the Production (2.0 units, max 6)

A preproduction workshop in which students complete the research and planning of an intermediate project to be executed in 547L.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18630D	037	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	15 of 16	Jed Dannenbaum	SCA203

CTPR 532: Intermediate Directing (2.0 units)

Practical experience in staging dramatic narrative scenes, emphasizing directing actors, rehearsal techniques and camera blocking.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18633D	037	Lecture	6:00-9:50pm	Monday	18 of 18	Barnet Kellman	SCESTG 2	Word (70144 KB)
18634D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:30pm	Tuesday	16 of 16	Helaine Head	SCESTG 2	PDF (116521 KB)
18635D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:30pm	Thursday	16 of 17	Jeremy Kagan	SCESTG 2

CTPR 533: Directing Techniques (2.0 units)

Practicum in more complex directing issues concentrating both on performance and exploration of shaping scenes visually through blocking of action and placement of camera.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 532

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18638D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:30pm	Tuesday	10 of 16	Michael Uno	RZC108
18639D	037	Lecture	6:00-9:00pm	Wednesday	16 of 17	Michael Connors	RZC114	PDF (247818 KB)

CTPR 534: Intermediate Production Design (2.0 units)

Exercises in production design concentrating on practical and aesthetic approaches to designing for film, television and commercials.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18641D	037	Lecture-Discussion	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	8 of 16	Roland Rosenkranz	SCA209	PDF (92738 KB)

CTPR 535: Intermediate Editing (2.0 units)

Editorial construction of sequences to analyze the interrelationships of the various film elements, both visual and aural.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 508 or CTAN 547)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18642D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	12 of 13	Norman Hollyn,	SCA316	PDF (151698 KB)
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCAB148

CTPR 537: Intermediate Cinematography (2.0 units)

Close study through practical exercises of the technical and aesthetic principles of cinematography.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 508 or CTAN 547)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18646D	037	Lecture-Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Thursday	16 of 16	Linda Brown	SCCSTG 3	Word (143940 KB)
18647D	037	Lecture-Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	16 of 20	Jacek Laskus	SCCSTG 3	PDF (84318 KB)

CTPR 538: Intermediate Producing (2.0 units)

Definition, examination and practical experience in the role of the line producer as it relates to preproduction, production and post production.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18650D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	16 of 18	Tim Marx	SCA255	PDF (88071 KB)

CTPR 546L: Production III, Fiction (6.0 units, max 12)

An intensive workshop experience in which students, crewing in their area of specialization, complete the shooting and postproduction of projects up to thirty minutes in length. Qualifying courses: for directors, CTPR 532, and for cinematographers, CTPR 537.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508
• Note: Register for Lecture and one Lab.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18661D	037	Lecture	8:00-11:50am	Wednesday	37 of 50	John Watson	SCA112
18664D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	9 of 15	John Watson	SCA356
18666D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Douglas Vaughan, Suhail Kafity, Diego Perez	SCA127A
18668D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	4 of 8	Michael Uno
18669D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Robert Jones,	SCAB149
			9:00-11:50am	Thursday		Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCAB148
18670D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Hilda Stark	SCA258
18672D	037	Lab	1:30-5:30pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Tristan Whitman	SCCSTG 3

CTPR 547L: Production III, Documentary (6.0 units, max 12)

Intensive workshop; students shoot and finish documentary projects up to about 25 minutes. Qualifying courses: for directors, CTPR 531 and crewing on either CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508
• Note: Register for Lecture and one Lab.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18790D	037	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Monday	24 of 25	Mark Harris	SCA112	Word (57344 KB)
			9:00-11:50am	Wednesday			SCBB115
18784D	037	Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Lisa Leeman	SCA259
18785D	037	Lab	1:30-4:20pm	Wednesday	3 of 15	James Okeeffe	RZC108
18786D	037	Lab	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	6 of 15	Kathryn Amend,	SCA259
			9:00-11:50am	Thursday		Paul Petschek	SCAB152
18788D	037	Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Richard Burton	SCAB130
18789D	037	Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	3 of 15	Mark Harris	OFFICE

CTPR 551: Directing in a Virtual World (2.0 units)

Telling cinematic stories using visual effects and virtual backgrounds, environments, and characters. Hands-on exercises emphasizing directing. Recommended preparation: CTAN 462 or CTAN 555 or CTPR 532 or CTPR 537. Open only to Cinematic Arts students.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18679D	037	Lecture	1:00-4:50pm	Friday	17 of 17	Michael Fink,Adam Salky	RZC108	PDF (176621 KB)

CTPR 553: Developing the Advanced Project (1.0 unit)

Script workshop for advanced projects. Covers key screenplay elements, including protagonist and objective, conflict, obstacles, premise and opening, main tension, emotional throughline, etc.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18682D	775	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	8 of 25	Todd Robinson	SCA259

CTPR 557: Advanced Cinematography (2.0 units)

Advanced camera and lighting techniques for those considering a professional career in cinematography.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 537 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 545)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18686D	037	Lecture-Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Monday	13 of 13	Angelo Pacifici	SCCSTG 3	Word (54272 KB)

CTPR 558: Advanced Producing (2.0 units)

Defines and examines the role of the Executive/Feature Producer through the preproduction, production and post production phases. Prerequisites: CTPR 538 or one of the following in equivalent crew position: CTPR 486, CTPR 546, CTPR 547.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 486 or CTPR 538 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18687D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	17 of 17	Zola Mashariki	SCA255

CTPR 563: The Business of Representation (4.0 units)

Various roles an agent, manager, attorney and publicist play in representing talent, producers and writers. Taught by professionals who are at the forefront of the entertainment industry.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
19143D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	24 of 35	Alan Berger	OFFICE

CTPR 566: Developing and Selling Your Film and TV Projects (2.0 units)

Developing, pitching, and selling your feature motion picture and TV projects. Open to undergraduate senior and third-year graduate cinema majors only.

• Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior, Master Student
• Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18689D	037	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Monday	27 of 30	Gail Katz	SCB104

CTPR 572: The World of Television: From Concept to Air and Everything in Between (2.0 units)

Takes projects from conception to sale, including development, production, post-production, and marketing. Students will develop original projects.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18690D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	28 of 35	Ian Sander	SCA110

CTPR 573: Producing the Advanced Project (1.0 unit)

Basic skills of production planning as applied to students' advanced project scripts. Covers all steps from breakdown to delivery. Departmental approval.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18692D	921	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Monday	11 of 18	Brenda Goodman	SCA356

CTPR 581a: Individual Production Workshop (4.0 units)

Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to production students only. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 and CTPR 573 (for directors); CTPR 573 (for producers); CTPR 537 (for cinematographers), CTPR 535 (for editors), CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L as production sound person (for sound). Graded IP/Letter.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18696D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 7	Doe Mayer	OFFICE
18697D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	4 of 7	Michael Taylor	OFFICE
18698D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Bruce Block	OFFICE
18699D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	5 of 5	Jeremy Kagan	OFFICE

CTPR 581b: Individual Production Workshop (2.0 units)

Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to Production students only. Graded IP.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 581A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18706D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5	Tom Miller	OFFICE
18707D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Doe Mayer	OFFICE
18708D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	5 of 6	John Watson	TBA
18709D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Pablo Frasconi	TBA
18710D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA
18711D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA

CTPR 581c: Individual Production Workshop (2.0 units)

Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Open to Production students only. Graded IP.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 581B
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18713D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	4 of 5	Doe Mayer	OFFICE
18714D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18715D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Bruce Block	OFFICE

CTPR 581z: Individual Production Workshop (0.0 units)

Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live-action or animated) and sound. Open to Production majors only. Graded IP.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 581C
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18719D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE
18720D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 8	Helaine Head	OFFICE
18721D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18722D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE

CTPR 582a: Advanced Production Seminar (2.0 units)

Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 and CTPR 573 (for directors); CTPR 573 (for producers); CTPR 537 (for cinematographers); CTPR 535 (for editors); and CTPR 546L or CTPR 547L as production sound person (for sound). Graded IP/Letter.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18731D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Peyser	OFFICE
18732D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Doe Mayer	OFFICE
18733D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Pablo Frasconi	OFFICE
18734D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Mark Harris	OFFICE

CTPR 582b: Advanced Production Seminar (2.0 units)

Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 582A
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18739D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Amanda Pope	OFFICE
18740D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE
18741D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA
18742D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA
18743D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA
18744D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA

CTPR 582z: Advanced Production Seminar (0.0 units)

Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 582B
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18747D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 7	Mark Harris	OFFICE
18748D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	John Watson	OFFICE
18749D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	4 of 5	Michael Peyser	OFFICE
18750D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE
18751D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE

CTPR 585a: Advanced Producing Project (2.0 units)

Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producer's package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L. Prerequisites: CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547 and CTPR 538. Recommended preparation: CTPR 558.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547) and CTPR 538
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18762D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 6	John Watson	OFFICE
18763D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE
18767D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		OFFICE

CTPR 585b: Advanced Producing Project (2.0 units)

Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producers package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 585a
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18793D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	3 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18796D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	John Watson	TBA
18799D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 5	Michael Peyser	OFFICE

CTPR 585z: Advanced Producing Project (0.0 units)

Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producers package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/L.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 585B
• Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): CNPR

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18800D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Brenda Goodman	TBA
18801D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	0 of 5		TBA