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Project Management for the Entertainment Industry: Navigating Creativity and Complexity

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MGMT 901

Whether you're a producer, coordinator, engineer, or creative lead, this course will equip you with the tools and mindset to lead projects that are both visionary and executable.

Duration
As few as 2 days
Units
0.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $995.00

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What you can learn.

Understand the unique project lifecycle and constraints within entertainment production environments, including creative development, technical execution, and post-production
Apply project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid) to entertainment projects, adapting tools and techniques to suit creative workflows
Develop effective communication and stakeholder management strategies for cross-functional teams including creatives, engineers, vendors, and executives
Identify and mitigate risks related to budget, timeline, technology, and talent in high-pressure entertainment projects

About This Course

This immersive two-day workshop is designed for professionals working in or transitioning into project management roles within the entertainment industry—including film, television, gaming, live events, and digital media. Led by a seasoned educator with 25 years of experience, the course blends technical rigor with creative agility. Participants will explore the unique challenges of managing projects in fast-paced, high-stakes entertainment environments where timelines are tight, stakeholders are diverse, and innovation is constant.

Through hands-on activities, case studies, and collaborative exercises, attendees will learn how to apply industry-standard project management frameworks (such as Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid models) to creative workflows. The course emphasizes stakeholder communication, risk management, budgeting, and scheduling in contexts where artistic vision and technical execution must align. A highlight of the workshop is an industry panel featuring producers, technical directors, and project managers from leading entertainment companies, offering real-world insights and networking opportunities.

Winter 2026 Schedule

Date
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Format
 
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Thursday, Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM PT
Instructor:
M. Alison Blair
REG#
406817
Fee:
$995.00
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UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
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Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Enrollment deadline: Jan. 28
Deadline
No refunds after January 26, 2026
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Thu Jan 29, 2026
8:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)
Lecture
Fri Jan 30, 2026
8:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT
UCLA Extension - Downtown Los Angeles
Trust Building Suite 600 (6th floor)