Internet access required.
The Art of Line Producing
FILM TV X 478.13A
Gain an understanding of the boots-on-the-ground work of physical production through the various tasks of a line producer such as creating a budget, location scouting, hiring crew, and everything in between.
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
In Person
Starting at $785.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
What you can learn.
- Explore what it means to lead every aspect of physical production
- Learn the on-set problem solving strategies necessary for a successful production
- Discover the difference of line producing on an independent versus studio production
About this course:
This comprehensive, step-by-step overview of physical production processes covers the tangible and intangible aspects of line producing, including budget; breakdown and scheduling; hiring and working with cast, director, staff, crew and outside vendors; choosing locations; equipment and music; how to deal with divergent personalities and specific problem-solving during production; and the differences between producing a movie independently versus with a studio. The course also includes a comprehensive introduction to Movie Magic scheduling software. This is not an introduction to production course.
Prerequisites
A basic knowledge of film production is highly recommended. Students must purchase the latest version of Movie Magic Scheduling software. Further instruction will be provided in class.
Winter 2025 Schedule
Date & Time
Details
Format
In Person
Location:
UCLA
Notes
Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 21, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Jan 8, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Jan 15, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Jan 22, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Jan 29, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Feb 5, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Feb 12, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Feb 19, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Feb 26, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Mar 5, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Mar 12, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Mar 19, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Spring 2025 Schedule
Date & Time
Details
Format
In Person
Location:
UCLA
Notes
Internet access required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after April 06, 2025
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Wed Apr 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Apr 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Apr 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Apr 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Apr 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed May 7, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed May 14, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed May 21, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed May 28, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Jun 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
Lecture
Wed Jun 11, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLAHaines Hall 118
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