FILM TV X 478.432 - Direct and Produce Reality and Documentary Television
Course Description
Discover what it takes to be an effective producer and director in the flourishing genre of unscripted television and gain insights in the process of creating a valid series concept that can sell. Through lectures, discussion with industry guests and analysis of landmark shows, this course navigates the cluttered landscape of non-fiction broadcast and cable television and focuses on how to succeed as a strong producer and director. You develop an idea from scratch and learn how to complete a total package that is ready to be pitched to a TV network and/or a streaming service. Topics include developing your idea, pitching, getting the job, prepping the shoot, directing/producing on location, interview techniques, what to do once it's in the can, tech talk, post-production tips, the life of a director/producer in the field and looking ahead to the future of the genre.
Course Outline
This deep-dive into the various stages of development, production, and distribution for unscripted television will help you develop an idea into a project that is ready to pitch.Notes
Contact:(310) 825-9064
entertainmentstudies@uclaextension.edu
Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Acting : Elective Courses
- Cinematography : Elective Courses
- Directing : Elective Courses, Suggested Electives
- Entertainment Studies : Directing, Elective Courses
- Film and TV Development : Elective Courses
- Post-Production : Elective Courses
- Producing : Suggested Electives, Elective Courses
- Study Abroad at UCLA Program : Required