FILM 3000 - Business of Film

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

The creation of any cinematic project requires a business structure as well as a creative plan. Students will learn the basics of script analysis, financing, budgeting, distribution and marketing. Insurance, copyright and clearance are also covered. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Identify the components of intellectual property law that apply to motion pictures and explain methods for using copyrighted material and copyrighting the students own works. 2. Identify sources for motion picture properties and articulate common methods for developing properties into viable motion picture scripts. 3. Demonstrate understanding of common motion picture financing arrangements. 4. Determine the cost of a motion picture by script analysis and demonstrate the ability to calculate the costs of its individual components in a professional budget. 5. Explain the different functions of the agent, manager, an entertainment attorney. 6. Articulate the elements of various motion picture contracts, and demonstrate an understanding of the Basic Agreements of the film union system. 7. Identify and understand the legal obligations of the producer for ensuring safety. Prerequisite: FILM 2660 and FILM 3640 (both Grade C+ or higher). FA, SP

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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