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Cinematic Arts (CNTV)
- http://cinema.usc.edu/
- D class assignments for undergraduates available; phone (213) 740-2911.
- 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. If you do not register for a class for which you have D-clearance by the registration deadline, your D-clearance will EXPIRE. School of Cinematic Arts "R" courses change to "D" in the third week of classes, and require both instructor and departmental approval.
Introduction to emerging forms of immersive entertainment, to Cinematic Arts faculty, and to guest speakers who will comment on the changing nature of the industry.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
An overview of the entertainment industry and the tools needed to secure jobs and survive and succeed in the market.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| 17827D | 001 | Lecture | 4:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 77 of 102 | Krista Parkinson | SCA112 | |  |
An in-depth analysis of the history, evolution, and current state of the motion picture, television, animation, video game, and interactive entertainment industries.
| 17833D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 36 of 38 | Jeffrey Korchek | SCA203 | | |
The practical aspects of entrepreneurial producing in the entertainment industry. Identifying and understanding the pitfalls and benefits of creating one's own projects.
| 17834D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 45 of 49 | Jason Berman,
Warren Jenson | SCA110 | | |
The principles and business practices of producing and marketing feature length films in the motion picture industry.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Business Administration (Cinematic Arts)
| 17836D | 001 | Lecture | 6:30-9:30pm | Monday | 28 of 45 | Michael Luisi | SCA112 | | |
An investigation of the creative and business sides of television and how they connect, including changes caused by fractionalization and digital technology. Open only to Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) students.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Business Administration (Cinematic Arts)
| 17815D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-9:00pm | Wednesday | 33 of 43 | Scott Stone | SCA110 | | |
A practical, hands-on learning experience in creating media content and turning that content into a myriad of viable businesses.
- Note: CNTV 474 requires a mandatory safety seminar. Contact the SCA Student Production Office at (213) 740-2895 for date and place.
| 17844D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 67 of 106 | Diego Berdakin,
Michael Broukhim | SCA112 | |  |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| 17800D | 001 | 2.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 15 | Michael Renov | OFFICE | | |
| 17802D | 001 | 2.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 15 | Michael Renov | OFFICE | | |
A comprehensive overview of the role of the producer in creating television programming, feature films, and new media content.
| 17841D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Monday | 31 of 31 | Torrie Rosenzweig | SCA214 | | |
An overview of the motion picture studio system and how to finance feature films. Principles, business practices, and future trends.
| 17843D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Wednesday | 32 of 40 | Jeffrey Shumway | SCA203 | | |
Entertainment industry marketing disciplines, covering motion pictures, television, music, theme parks, home entertainment, and video games. Current principles and business practices.
| 17808D | 037 | Lecture | 7:00-10:00pm | Tuesday | 45 of 50 | David Weitzner | SCB104 | | |
An introductory course in the ethical questions professionals encounter in the field of cinematic arts. Case studies and guest lectures.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): School of Cinematic Arts
- Note: The Friday classes will meet once a month on 8/25, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, and 12/1.
Research leading to the Master's Degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| 17805D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 15 | Michael Renov | OFFICE | | |
| 17810D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 15 | Michael Renov | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Graded CR/NC.
| 17849D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 1 | | OFFICE | | |
Film, media, archival and interactive industry experience in areas of interest to the individual student, and development of a personal brand. Requires departmental approval.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Doctoral Student
| 17848D | 487 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 23 of 30 | Brian Harke | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceoptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| 17838D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| 17840D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 3 | | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| 17845D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 3 | | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| 17846D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 3 | | OFFICE | | |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
| 17847D | 037 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | | OFFICE | | |