USC Schedule of Classes

Production (CTPR)

• http://cinema.usc.edu/production
• D class assignments for undergraduates available; phone (213) 740-2911.
• D class assignments for graduate students available in SCA426; phone (213) 740-3317.
• 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 email Claudia Walters (SCA426) at prodclearance@cinema.usc.edu 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. Non-majors may only request d-clearance via email (nonmajor@cinema.usc.edu) on or after April 8th.

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
18467D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday	12 of 16	Anne Desalvo	SCB207

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	18 of 18	Bill Yahraus	SCA363	PDF (409365 KB)
18471D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	David Maquiling	SCA259
18472D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	18 of 18	Juli Juteau	SCA310
18473D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Tue, Thu	17 of 18	Miles Watkins	SCA310	PDF (375973 KB)
18476D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Mon, Wed	17 of 18	James Savoca	SCA310
18477D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Tue, Thu	18 of 18	Sheldon Larry	SCA316
18479D	001	6.0	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Mon, Wed	14 of 18	Beth Block	SCA203

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	James Savoca	SCB104
18462D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Bill Yahraus	SCA214	PDF (179847 KB)
18464D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	17 of 18	Steven Albrezzi	SCESTG 2	PDF (43203 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	18 of 18	Sevak Ohanian	SCESTG 1	PDF (467406 KB)
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday			SCA356
18481D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	17 of 18	Sevak Ohanian	SCESTG 1	PDF (467406 KB)
			1:00-3:50pm	Thursday			SCAB134
18482D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	18 of 18	Mary Posatko	SCA356
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday			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	18 of 18	Sevak Ohanian	SCESTG 1	PDF (467406 KB)
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday			SCA356
18481D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	17 of 18	Sevak Ohanian	SCESTG 1	PDF (467406 KB)
			1:00-3:50pm	Thursday			SCAB134
18482D	001	Lecture-Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Thursday	18 of 18	Mary Posatko	SCA356
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday			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	James Savoca	SCB104
18462D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	18 of 18	Bill Yahraus	SCA214	PDF (179847 KB)
18464D	001	Lecture	2:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	17 of 18	Steven Albrezzi	SCESTG 2	PDF (43203 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	David O'Brien	SCA310	PDF (474163 KB)
				1:00-3:50pm 1:00-3:50pm	Tuesday Thursday			SCESTG 1 SCAB148
18485D	001	6.0	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	15 of 18	Rachel Ward	SCA204	PDF (439430 KB)
				6:00-9:00pm 7:00-10:00pm	Thursday Tuesday			SCESTG 1 SCAB128
18486D	001	6.0	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	17 of 18	Mary Posatko	SCA209
				4:00-6:50pm 7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday Wednesday			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	18 of 18	Christopher Chomyn	SCCSTG 3	PDF (164008 KB)
18494D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Wednesday	18 of 19	Tristan Whitman	SCCSTG 3	Word (138508 KB)

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	15 of 16	Yvette Amirian	SCA363	PDF (219127 KB)
18500D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	15 of 16	Alex Jablonski	SCA259
18501D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	14 of 16	Lillian Benson	SCA362	PDF (123565 KB)

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	13 of 16	Don Hall	SCAB128

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 (127527 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	16 of 18	Joselito Seldera	RZC114
18511D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Thursday	17 of 18	David O'Brien	RZC114	PDF (199914 KB)

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	24 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	71 of 100	Joel Parker, Christine Berg	OFFICE
18517D	001	4.0	Lecture	TBA	TBA	38 of 100	Joel Parker, Christine Berg	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	14 of 35	Peter Exline	SCA110
19129D	001	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Wednesday	47 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	13 of 16	Allan Holzman,Paul Petschek	SCA204
18528D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Tuesday	16 of 16	Norman Hollyn, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCA310	PDF (199645 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	13 of 20	Ian Goodwin	SCX212	PDF (808712 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	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	24 of 30	Gene Warren Jr , Gene Warren III	SCCSTG 3	PDF (189178 KB)

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 13	Judith Irola	SCCSTG 3	Word (64000 KB)
18536D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Friday	12 of 12	Skye Borgman	SCCSTG 3	Word (64512 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	20 of 25	Robert Brown	SCA356	PDF (212455 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	15 of 20	Helaine Head, Michael Peyser	SCI106

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
18544D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Tuesday	19 of 19	Brenda Goodman	SCA356
18545D	001	Lecture	4:00-6:50pm	Thursday	16 of 16	Nina Sadowsky	SCI209	Word (90400 KB)

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	11 of 16	Richard Burton	SCAB130
18547D	001	Lecture	1:00-3:50pm	Friday	15 of 16	Stephen Flick	SCAB130

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. Open only to Cinematic Arts Film and Television Production majors.

• 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
18548D	001	Lecture	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	63 of 63	Brenda Goodman, Harold Apter	SCI106	PDF (125445 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	13 of 25	Anne Desalvo	RZCSTG A

CTPR 455: Survey of Production Design (2.0 units)

How production designers in film and television use graphic tools to create thematic visuals based on a script. Lectures, guest speakers, individual projects.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18553D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Monday	Canceled			PDF (123865 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	18 of 25	Thomas Wilkins	SCA204	PDF (144810 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	12 of 15	Pablo Frasconi	SCA363	PDF (194991 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	24 of 30	Jason Squire	SCA214
19139D	001	2.0	Lecture	6:30-9:30pm	Monday	26 of 38	Michael Luisi	SCA112

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	22 of 30	Richard Block	SCA209	Word (64672 KB)

CTPR 462: Masters of Directorial Style (2.0 units, max 4)

The study of exceptional directors from different eras with contrasting stylistic approaches, and how these techniques can creatively inform the students own work.

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18561D	001	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	19 of 75	Thomas Abrams	SCA110

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: CTPR 310 or CTPR 456.

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

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18563D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Tuesday	12 of 16	Michael Provart	SCB304	PDF (117233 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	11 of 20	Evgeniy Lazarev	RZCSTG A

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	10 of 14	Bill Yahraus	SCA363	PDF (194227 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	15 of 16	Barnet Kellman	RZC108	PDF (259059 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	13 of 13	Peter Robinson	RZCSTG A
18571D	001	Lecture	7:00-10:00pm	Thursday	15 of 15	Sean Mullin	RZCSTG A	PDF (103274 KB)
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 55	Helaine Head, Cliff Rogers, Gary Wagner,Stephen Lovejoy, Michael Provart, David MacMillan, Kevin Arkadie	SCI106

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)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18579D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	11 of 18	Michael Peyser	SCI207	PDF (303597 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday			SCA316
18580D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	4 of 18	Tom Miller	SCA112	PDF (303597 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday			SCAB149
18581D	001	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tuesday	13 of 18	Peter Sollett	SCA110	PDF (303597 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday			SCI207

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	31 of 35	Nancy Forner, Jan Siegelman, Paul Maibaum,Ellen Gittelsohn	SCCSTG 4	Word (82944 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	12 of 18	Buddy Halligan	SCBB115	PDF (153953 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	6:00-9:00pm	Tuesday	22 of 25	Susan Cartsonis, Jane Goldenring	SCA209	Word (118214 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	17 of 24	Debbie Merlin, Candice Dragonas	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	6 of 10	Sean Mullin	SCI209	PDF (89207 KB)

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	1:30-4:20pm	Tuesday	32 of 35	Bruce Block	SCA112	PDF (73409 KB)
18602D	037	Lecture	1:30-4:20pm	Monday	28 of 35	Bruce Block	SCA112	PDF (73409 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	18 of 18	Robert Kositchek,	SCESTG 2	PDF (378832 KB)
			2:00-5:50pm	Wednesday		Stuart Pollard, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCI207
18604D	037	Lecture	9:00-12:50pm	Tuesday	18 of 18	Linda Brown,	SCESTG 2	Word (532095 KB)
			9:00-12:50pm	Thursday		Patricia Cardoso, Tony Porter	SCA363
18607D	037	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	18 of 18	Jennifer Warren,	SCA203
			2:00-5:50pm	Thursday		Jason Inouye, Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCESTG 2
18608D	037	Lecture	2:00-5:50pm	Tuesday	17 of 18	Judith Irola,	SCESTG 2	PDF (225890 KB)
			2:00-5:50pm	Thursday		Sheldon Larry, Tony Porter	SCA316
18612D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Monday	15 of 16	Steven Albrezzi	SCA258
18613D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Tuesday	15 of 17	Peter Robinson	SCA258
18614D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Wednesday	17 of 18	Steven Albrezzi	SCA258
18615D	037	Lab	6:00-9:00pm	Thursday	15 of 16	Peter Robinson	SCA258
18616D	037	Lab	TBA	TBA	9 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,	SCA259	Word (81920 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tue, Thu		Michael Connors, Christopher Chomyn, Robert Jones, Kenneth Hall	SCA204
18620D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Tue, Thu	14 of 15	Edward Parks,	SCI108	PDF (182962 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Tue, Thu		E Lengyel, Tony Cucchiari, Pablo Frasconi, Stephen Flick	SCA209
18621D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	14 of 15	Gail Katz,	SCA204
			1:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed		Johanna Demetrakas, Tony Cucchiari, Tina Hirsch, Kenneth Hall	SCA204
18622D	037	Lecture-Lab	9:00-11:50am	Mon, Wed	14 of 15	Nina Sadowsky,	SCA209	Word (68608 KB)
			1:00-4:50pm	Mon, Wed		Sheldon Larry, Paul Babin, Tom Miller, 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

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	6 of 12	Mary Belli	RZCSTG A	Word (127592 KB)

CTPR 531: Planning the Documentary Production (2.0 units)

A preproduction workshop for the research and planning of a documentary project to be executed in CTPR 547 or an advanced production workshop class. Prerequisite: CTPR 508.

• Prerequisite: CTPR 508

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18630D	037	Lecture-Discussion	9:00-11:50am	Thursday	9 of 16	Doe Mayer	SCA203	Word (31823 KB)

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	2:00-5:50pm	Thursday	15 of 16	Barnet Kellman	RZCSTG A	PDF (264237 KB)
18634D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:30pm	Tuesday	6 of 16	Helaine Head	SCESTG 2	PDF (115303 KB)
18635D	037	Lecture	7:00-10:30pm	Thursday	16 of 16	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	11 of 16	Michael Uno	RZC108
18639D	037	Lecture	6:00-9:00pm	Wednesday	10 of 16	Michael Connors	SCESTG 2

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	10 of 16	Roland Rosenkranz	SCA209	PDF (112435 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	10 of 12	Norman Hollyn,	SCA316	PDF (153942 KB)
			7:00-10:00pm	Thursday		Paul Petschek	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 (154504 KB)
18647D	037	Lecture-Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Tuesday	16 of 16	Gary Wagner	SCCSTG 3	PDF (199697 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	15 of 18	Tim Marx	SCA255	PDF (114973 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	36 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	Midge Costin, Douglas Vaughan	SCA127A
18668D	037	Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Wednesday	3 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	Mimi Gramatky Stradling	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	10:00-12:50pm	Monday	23 of 25	Amanda Pope	SCA112	Word (58368 KB)
			9:00-11:50am	Wednesday			SCBB115
18791D	567	Lecture-Lab	10:00-12:50pm	Monday	1 of 1	Amanda Pope	SCA112
			9:00-11:50am 1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday Wednesday			SCBB115 OFFICE
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,	SCA363
			9:00-11:50am	Thursday		Reine-Claire Dousarkissian	SCAB148
18788D	037	Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	6 of 15	Richard Burton	SCAB130
18789D	037	Lab	1:00-3:50pm	Wednesday	2 of 15	Amanda Pope	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. Prerequisite: CTAN 462. Recommended preparation: CTAN 555 or CTPR 532 or CTPR 537. Open only to Cinematic Arts students.

• Prerequisite: CTAN 462
• 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	15 of 17	Michael Fink,Peter Sollett	RZC108	PDF (170068 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	14 of 18	Todd Robinson,Joel Thompson, Brenda Goodman	SCA258

CTPR 557: Advanced Cinematography (2.0 units)

Advanced camera and lighting techniques for those considering a professional career in cinematography. Prerequisite: CTPR 424 or CTPR 537 or CTPR 547.

• Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 424 or CTPR 537 or CTPR 547)

Section	Session	Type	Time	Days	Registered	Instructor	Location	Syllabus	Info
18686D	037	Lecture-Lab	1:00-4:50pm	Monday	8 of 12	Angelo Pacifici	SCCSTG 3	Word (62976 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	12 of 16	Kirk D'Amico	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	28 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	22 of 30	Gail Katz, Eric Freiser	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	22 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	14 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	4 of 7	Jeremy Kagan	OFFICE
18697D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 7	Stephen Flick	OFFICE
18698D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	6 of 6	Mark Harris	OFFICE
18699D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Uno	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	1 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18707D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	5 of 5	Michael Uno	OFFICE
18708D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	3 of 6	Helaine Head	TBA
18709D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA
18710D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA
18711D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		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	1 of 5	Michael Taylor	OFFICE
18714D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	4 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18715D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA

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	1 of 5	Michael Taylor	OFFICE
18720D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 8	Jeremy Kagan	OFFICE
18721D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Uno	OFFICE
18722D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Peyser	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	Tom Miller	OFFICE
18732D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 5	Richard Burton	OFFICE
18733D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	John Watson	OFFICE
18734D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Jeremy Kagan	OFFICE
18735D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Bruce Block	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	2 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18740D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Richard Burton	OFFICE
18741D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Angelo Pacifici	TBA
18742D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA
18743D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA
18744D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		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	Canceled		TBA
18748D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Pablo Frasconi	OFFICE
18749D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Mark Harris	OFFICE
18750D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA
18751D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA

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	3 of 6	John Watson	OFFICE
18763D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	2 of 5	Michael Peyser	OFFICE
18767D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18803D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Taylor	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	4 of 5	Brenda Goodman	OFFICE
18796D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	1 of 5	Michael Peyser	TBA
18799D	037	Lecture	TBA	TBA	Canceled		TBA

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	1 of 5	John Watson	TBA