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CTPR
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https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 558:
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Advanced Producing
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Defines and examines the role of the Executive/Feature Producer through the preproduction, production and post production phases. Prerequisites: CTPR-538 or one of the following in equivalent crew position: CTPR 486, CTPR 546, CTPR 547.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTPR 486 or CTPR 538 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
|
Not available
|
18687D
|
6:00-9:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Tom Jacobson
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 566:
|
The Pitch Class: Film and TV
|
Developing, pitching and selling your feature motion picture and TV projects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Senior
|
18695D
|
6:30-9:30pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Eric Freiser
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 572:
|
The World of Television: From Concept to Air and Everything in Between
|
Takes projects from conception to sale, including development, production, post-production, and marketing. Students will develop original projects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 508
|
Not available
|
18697D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Anthony Jonas
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 573:
|
Developing and Producing the Advanced Project
|
An advanced preproduction workshop in which students complete the development and production planning of an advanced project to be executed in CTPR 581 or CTPR 582.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 508
|
Not available
|
18696D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Josie Andrews,James Coyne,Trevor Munson
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 581a:
|
Individual Production Workshop
|
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 (for directors); CTPR 558 (for producers). Graded IP/Letter.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 573 and 1 from (CTPR 484 or CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18698D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Steven Albrezzi
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 581b:
|
Individual Production Workshop
|
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 581A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18705D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 581c:
|
Individual Production Workshop
|
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 581B
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18711D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 581z:
|
Individual Production Workshop
|
Individual experimental projects involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(0.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 581C
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18717D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 582a:
|
Advanced Production Seminar
|
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 (for directors); CTPR 558 (for producers). Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 573 and 1 from (CTPR 484 or CTPR 486 or CTPR 546 or CTPR 547)
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18730D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 582b:
|
Advanced Production Seminar
|
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 582A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18740D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 582z:
|
Advanced Production Seminar
|
Advanced individual film or video projects under the guidance of a faculty mentor, without benefit of university equipment or resources. Open to Production students only.
|
(0.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 582B
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18749D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 585a:
|
Advanced Producing Project
|
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producer's package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 538
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18760D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 585b:
|
Advanced Producing Project
|
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producer's package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 585A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18763D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 585z:
|
Advanced Producing Project
|
Supervised, individual study leading to the creation of a producer's package. The package will include script, schedule, budget, finance and marketing plan. Graded IP/Letter.
|
(0.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 585B
|
Not available
|
18785D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 587a:
|
Group Production Workshop
|
Advanced group project involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound specifically designed for students who want to work in pairs. Qualifying courses: CTPR 532 (for directors); CTPR 558 (for producers).
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 573
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18765D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Everett Lewis,Scott Kroopf
|
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 587b:
|
Group Production Workshop
|
Advanced group project involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound specifically designed for students who want to work in pairs.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 587A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18772D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 587c:
|
Group Production Workshop
|
Advanced group project involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound specifically designed for students who want to work in pairs.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 587B
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18776D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 587z:
|
Group Production Workshop
|
Advanced group project involving the creative use of visuals (live action or animated) and sound specifically designed for students who want to work in pairs.
|
(0.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTPR 587C
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
18787D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
| null |
CTPR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTPR/
|
CTPR 599:
|
Special Topics
|
Detailed investigation of new or emerging aspects of cinema; special subjects offered by visiting faculty; experimental subjects.
|
(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
18810D
|
9:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Christopher Chomyn,Leon Cruz,Nancy Forner,Emre Okten,Jose Angel Santana,Ross Silverman
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 206b:
|
Writing the Screenplay
|
Writing a feature-length screenplay based on treatment developed in CTWR 206a. Includes a first draft and a polish.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 206a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
|
19156D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture
|
Chinyere Nwodim
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 250:
|
Breaking the Story
|
Examination of the fundamental elements of a good story, and how to use those elements to develop new screenplay ideas. Recommended preparation: CTWR 106b.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19358D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Theodore Braun
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 303g:
|
From Page to Screen: Adapting Stories for Film and TV
|
Detailed investigation of source material and how it translates to screen. Special attention paid to character, genre and story as relates to intellectual property.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19152R
|
1:00-4:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Janet Batchler
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 321:
|
Introduction to Hour-Long Television Writing
|
The fundamentals of writing for dramatic episodic television. Writing scenes from popular television shows and examination of television story structure.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 100 or CTWR 402 or CTWR 409 or CTWR 413)
|
Not available
|
19306D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Joe Peracchio
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 324:
|
Introduction to Half-Hour Television Writing
|
The fundamentals of writing for comedic episodic television. Writing scenes from popular comedy series and examination of half-hour television comedy story structure.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 409 or CTWR 413)
|
Not available
|
19308D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Larry Balmagia
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 403:
|
Writing the Narrative Podcast Series
|
Development of an original narrative podcast. Emphasis on dramatic elements of auditory storytelling and character development.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19163D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Jeremy Novick
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 409:
|
Fundamentals of Screenwriting: Character, Conflict and Story
|
Introduction to writing compelling scenes, creating authentic characters, three-act structure and feature film outlining.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19154R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Joseph Wheeler
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 410L:
|
Character Development and Storytelling for Games
|
An exploration of characters and story worlds as they relate to gaming with an emphasis on emotionally rich environments in interactive enetertainment. Recommended preparation: CTIN 488
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19320R
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Danny Bilson
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 411:
|
Television Script Analysis
|
In-depth analysis of the craft of writing prime-time episodic television. Examination of situation comedies and dramas through weekly screenings and lectures.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19205R
|
6:00-9:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 413:
|
Writing the Short Script I
|
Preparation of scripts for short films: form, structure, planning. Open only to Cinematic Arts Film and Television Production majors.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production
|
19182D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Benita Garvin
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 414:
|
The Screenplay
|
Students study story structure and develop several story outlines, write a short script for possible production, a feature film outline and first act. Recommended preparation: CTWR-416. Open only to Cinematic Arts Film and Television Production majors.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 413
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Cinematic Arts, Film and Television Production, Cinema-Television
|
19193D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Garth Twa
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 415a:
|
Advanced Writing
|
Principles of the feature film; creating theme, character and structure that combine into a feature-length story treatment.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 409 or CTWR 413)
|
Not available
|
19200D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Richard Whitley
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 415b:
|
Advanced Writing
|
Creation of script with extensive workshopping of scenes in class leading to a first draft and revision as a final assignment.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 415A
|
Not available
|
19203R
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 416:
|
Motion Picture Script Analysis
|
Critical analysis of story structure from classic films to contemporary works. Identification of key story concepts and elements of three-act structure. 2.0, not repeatable.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19359R
|
1:00-4:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Sean Hood
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 418b:
|
Senior Thesis
|
b: Completion and revision of Senior Thesis project and introduction to motion picture industry procedures and practices through interaction with industry representatives. Open to B.F.A. Writing for Screen and Television students only.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 418A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
|
19207D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Paul Foley
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 419b:
|
Senior Thesis in Dramatic Television
|
Revision of original pilot script, writing of mid-season episode, and completion of bible for original dramatic series developed in first semester.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 419a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
|
19210D
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Tyger Williams
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 421:
|
Writing the Hour-Long Dramatic Series
|
Writing an episode of an existing dramatic television series within the hour-long format with an emphasis on conception, pitching, characterization and structure.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 321 or CTWR 324 or CTWR 505 or CTWR 514A)
|
Not available
|
19214D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Jill Goldsmith
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 422:
|
Creating the Dramatic Television Series
|
Examination and creation of the world, characters, and concept for an original hour-long dramatic series. Writing an outline for an original dramatic pilot.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19432R
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Joshua Senter
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 430:
|
Comedy Writers and Their Work
|
Detailed investigation of specific comedy writers, comedy genres, and the works they've influenced. Lectures include screenings and visiting screenwriters.
|
(2.0 units, max 6)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19409R
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
David Isaacs
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 431:
|
Screenwriters and Their Work
|
Detailed investigation of a specific screenwriter's style and the works they've influenced. Lectures include screenings and visiting screenwriters.
|
(2.0 units, max 6)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19181R
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Beverly Neufeld
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 432:
|
Television Writers and Their Work
|
Detailed investigation of various television writers' styles, the worlds they have created, and the works they've influenced. Lectures include screenings and visiting television writers.
|
(2.0 units, max 6)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19406D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 434:
|
Writing the Half-Hour Comedy Series
|
Writing an episode of an existing half-hour comedy series, with emphasis on the anatomy of a joke, comedic structure and character.
|
(2.0 units, max 6)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 321 or CTWR 324 or CTWR 505)
|
Not available
|
19440D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Jay Kogen
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 435:
|
Writing for Film and Television Genres
|
Preparation of proposals and scripts for different types of film or television programming: emphasis on conception, structure, characterization and format.
|
(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 206B or CTWR 415B)
|
Not available
|
19348D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Robert Luchow
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 437:
|
Writing the Original Situation Comedy Pilot
|
Advanced workshop for writing an original half-hour comedy series, including a pilot script, summary of characters, and story lines for first season.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 421 or CTWR 434)
|
Not available
|
19226D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Rob Turbovsky
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 439:
|
Writing the Original Dramatic Series Pilot
|
An advanced workshop in which students create an original dramatic series, including a first script and a summary of characters and story lines. Prerequisite: CTWR-421 or CTWR-434.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 421 or CTWR 434)
|
Not available
|
19223D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Dawn Jefferson
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 453:
|
Advanced Feature Rewriting
|
An advanced workshop in which a feature length screenplay will be rewritten using a specific methodology that focuses on a macro to micro approach to revision.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 305 or CTWR 415B)
|
Not available
|
19155D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 455:
|
Pitching for Film, Television and New Media
|
Emphasis of verbal storytelling and presentation skills in motion pictures, television and new media with concentration on story and character.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 206B or CTWR 415B)
|
Not available
|
19197D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Rick Parks
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 459a:
|
Entertainment Industry Seminar
|
Examination and analysis of various topics, issues, and resources pertaining to creative, legal, and business perspectives for writers in the entertainment industry.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19336D
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Kristen Davis,
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 468:
|
Screenwriting in Collaboration
|
Writing an original screenplay or pilot collaboratively with a partner, with special attention paid to the writing team dynamic and the 'third' writer's voice.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 305 or CTWR 415B or CTWR 514B or CTWR 523)
|
Not available
|
19408D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Bret Vandenbos,Brandon Willer
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 477:
|
Staff Writing the Sketch Comedy Show
|
Staff writing a sketch comedy show with emphasis on creating comedic characters, political humor, monologue writing, and joke construction. A live show will be produced. Prerequisite: CTWR 404
|
(2.0 units, max 6)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 404
|
Not available
|
19376D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 489b:
|
Straight to Series: Writing and Producing the Episodic Drama
|
Staff writing and producing the original episodic drama, from development to post-production.
|
(2.0-4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 489A
|
Not available
|
19407D
|
9:00-11:50am
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Kevin Arkadie
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 497:
|
Staff Writing the Single-Camera Half-Hour Series
|
Working on the writing staff for an original single-camera half-hour television series, with emphasis on the writers' room experience and challenges of single-camera half-hour television. Prerequisite: CTWR 434 or CTWR 534. Recommended preparation: CTWR 404.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 434 or CTWR 534)
|
Not available
|
19202D
|
4:00-7:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Scot Armstrong
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 505:
|
Creating the Short Film
|
Strengthening and deepening the ability to conceive and develop ideas that will lead to compelling, authentic, and personally meaningful films. Duplicates credit in CTWR 528.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student, Master Student
|
19280D
|
2:00-4:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Rick Parks
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 509:
|
Understanding the Process of Filmmaking
|
An introduction for screenwriters to the the process of creating a feature film, from script through release print, including pre-production, production and post-production.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19212R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Kerem Sanga
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 510:
|
Fundamentals of Storytelling for Animation
|
Introduction to the fundamentals of storytelling with techniques and practices that work best for animated stories.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19446D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Paul Foley
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 514b:
|
Basic Dramatic Screenwriting
|
Dramaturgy for the fiction and nonfiction work. Techniques for creating the original or adapted theatrical length script. b: Development of an outline and feature length, original script. Open to graduate screenwriting (CNTV) and dramatic writing (Theatre) students only.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television, Theatre (Dramatic Writing)
|
19233D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Rita Augustine
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 515b:
|
Practicum in Screenwriting
|
Comprehensive re-writing of second and third drafts of a feature screenplay leading to a polished and professional piece.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 515A
|
Not available
|
19242D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
David Howard
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 516:
|
Advanced Motion Picture Script Analysis
|
Critical analysis of the structure of films from the classics to current award winners. Students will learn how to identify key story concepts and break down three act structure in finished films and scripts.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19252D
|
1:00-4:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture
|
Irving Belateche
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 517b:
|
Thesis in Half-Hour Television Comedy
|
The re-write, casting, and performance stages of television comedy development. The completion of a final draft of the pilot script and series bible. Open only to Writing for Screen and Television master students.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 517a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
|
19243D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
F.J. Pratt
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 519b:
|
Thesis in Television Drama
|
Part B -- writing the series bible and mid-season episode -- is part two of the television thesis course. Students develop their original series further by writing the bible for the series and the mid-season episode which is reflective of storylines, characters and settings developed in part A of the course. Open to M.F.A. Writing for Screen and Television students only.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 519A
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Writing for Screen and Television
|
19319D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Maria Jacquemetton
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 520:
|
Advanced Scene Writing Workshop
|
Intensive workshop oriented specifically to writing and rewriting the most effective and telling dramatic scenes to heighten audience participation and greater story impact.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 514B or CTWR 523)
|
Not available
|
19258D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Theodore Braun
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 521:
|
Advanced Hour-Long Television Drama
|
Writing the first draft and revision of an episode of an existing dramatic television series. Corequisite: CTWR 514a. Open only to master students in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) and in Writing for Screen and Television.
|
(2.0 units, max 4)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
19260D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Katie Wech
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 522:
|
Advanced Hour-Long Television Development
|
Investigation of development process for hour-long television, addressing issues of character, world, story and concept. Vetting of multiple series ideas for viability.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 514A or CTWR 523)
|
Not available
|
19329D
|
6:30-9:30pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Jeffrey Glaser
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 523:
|
Introduction to the Screenplay
|
Introduction to formal elements of the screenplay through lectures and the workshopping of a complete first draft of a feature-length script. Prerequisite: CTAN 536 or CTWR 505 or CTWR 518. Recommended preparation: CTWR 516.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTAN 536 or CTWR 505 or CTWR 518)
|
Not available
|
19305R
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
David Weber
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 529:
|
Intermediate Screenwriting
|
Emphasizes structural elements crucial to the feature film. Techniques for creating an original or adapted theatrical-length script.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: (CTPR 507 and CTWR 505)
|
Not available
|
19267R
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Donald Hewitt
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 533:
|
Rewriting the Feature Screenplay
|
Rewriting the feature-length screenplay. Focus on macro to micro approach to revision.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 523
|
Not available
|
19270R
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture
|
Sean Hood
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 537:
|
Advanced Half-Hour Comedy Series Pilot
|
Development of an original half-hour comedy series; writing of the pilot episode and series bible. Prerequisite: CTWR 514a. Open only to master students in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) and Writing for Screen and Television.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 514a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Dramatic Writing), Writing for Screen and Television
|
19324D
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Maggie Bandur
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 539:
|
Advanced Hour-Long Drama Series Pilot
|
Development of an original one hour drama series; writing of the pilot episode and series bible. Prerequisite: CTWR 514a. Open only to master students in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) and Writing for Screen and Television.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: CTWR 514a
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Theatre (Dramatic Writing), Writing for Screen and Television
|
19327D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
| null |
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 553:
|
Advanced Rewriting Workshop
|
Advanced feature screenwriting, emphasizing the rewrite of a first draft script.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 514B or CTWR 533)
|
Not available
|
19240D
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Kerem Sanga
|
CTWR
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/CTWR/
|
CTWR 555:
|
Pitching for Film and Television
|
Development and pitching of ideas for motion pictures, episodic and television pilots. Reducing ideas to basic components enhancing verbal presentation skills.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (CTWR 305 or CTWR 415B or CTWR 514B or CTWR 533)
|
Not available
|
19296D
|
7:00-10:00pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture
|
Trey Callaway
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 104:
|
Introduction to Digital Studies
|
An introduction to the expressive range of screen languages in their cultural, historical, and technological contexts.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37400R
|
4:00-5:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jeanne Jo
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 201:
|
The Languages of Digital Media
|
An in-depth investigation of the close interrelationships among technology, culture and communication to form a solid foundation for digital authoring. Duplicates credit in former IML 101.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37402D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
David Johnson
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 203:
|
Media Arts and Practice Studio II
|
Intermediate laboratory exploring computational systems through a series of critical design prompts. Emphasis on digital representation, time-based processes, abstract data and the relationship between humans and computers.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 202
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Media Arts and Practice
|
37404D
|
10:00-1:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Evan Hughes
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 230:
|
Introduction to Visual Design
|
An introduction to the principles of visual and graphic design within the field of media art.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37411D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Renee Reizman
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 288:
|
Introduction to Creative Coding
|
An introduction to the design of poetic and creative artworks using foundational programming concepts.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37412D
|
5:00-7:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
John Carpenter
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 295Lm:
|
Race, Class and Gender in Digital Culture
|
Critical analysis of the categories of race, class and gender within the diverse digital spaces of contemporary culture, from video games to the digital divide.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37406D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
David Johnson
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 300:
|
Introduction to Creative Web Design
|
An introduction to the fundamentals of web design covering design principles, best practices and new creative directions.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37413D
|
6:00-8:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Qianqian Ye
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 310:
|
Professionalism for Media Arts
|
Development of documentation and archival strategies, with an emphasis on techniques of personal and professional representation.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 300
|
Not available
|
37407D
|
4:00-5:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Ashley York
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 328:
|
Introduction to Sound
|
An introduction to audio and sound technologies, focusing on creating artwork using sound as a primary modality.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37414D
|
5:00-7:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Kim Zumpfe
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 335:
|
Introduction to Video
|
An introduction to digital storytelling with a focus on cameras, sound recording and editing techniques to create short, professional video projects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37415D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Ashley York
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 346:
|
Methods in Digital Research
|
Emphasizing rigorous multimedia research and authorship strategies, this course prepares students to undertake large-scale digital projects.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (IML 104 or IML 201)
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
|
37408D
|
4:00-5:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Virginia Kuhn
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 354:
|
Introduction to 3-D Modeling
|
An introduction to 3-D modeling, with an emphasis on the fundamentals of texturing and lighting for use in animation, game art and interactive 3-D spaces.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37416D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Carrie Chen
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 404:
|
Advanced Platform: Tangible and Spatial Computing
|
Exploration of extended human computer interaction, including new forms of haptic, sonic and other sense modalities, through physical computing and spatial interfaces.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 288
|
Not available
|
37422D
|
6:00-8:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Harvest Moon
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 423:
|
Remixing the Archive
|
Developing audio and video remix projects with source material from existing media archives and collections.
|
(4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37434R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Virginia Kuhn
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 424:
|
The Music Festival Experience
|
Exploring the cultural significance of music festivals as spaces where music, media and culture intersect; learning experience design and planning innovative experiences for music festivals.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37435R
|
6:30-9:20pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture
|
Evan Hughes
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 425:
|
Narrative Across Media
|
Traditions and emerging practices in multimedia storytelling. Narrative convergences of literature, film, television, comics, mixed reality, videogames or physical/virtual environments.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37436R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Kiki Benzon
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 428:
|
Advanced Platform: Sound
|
Exploration of spatial sound practices, focusing on sound installation art, sonic visualization and audio storytelling techniques.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 328
|
Not available
|
37424D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Kim Zumpfe
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 435:
|
Advanced Platform: Video
|
Exploration of advanced techniques in digital audio and video storytelling in the field of media art.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 335
|
Not available
|
37425D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Jeanne Jo
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 444:
|
Thesis Studio II
|
Production of a digital thesis project.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (IML 440 or IML 441)
|
Not available
|
37440D
|
4:00-5:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Elizabeth Ramsey
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 453:
|
Design Fiction and Speculative Futures
|
Designing fictional stories, images and worlds to imagine possible futures as a form of speculative design and critical inquiry.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37443R
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Aisling Kelliher
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 456:
|
Nature, Design and Media
|
Investigation of the impact of natural patterns on digital media design. Explores the relationships among chaos, harmony, beauty, proportion, spirituality, holistic systems and shaped experience.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37445R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Pablo Frasconi
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 475:
|
Media Arts Research Lab
|
A hands-on mentored research lab experience within the context of media art and in association with a real-world project.
|
(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37452R
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Friday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Alexander Mcdowell
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 481:
|
Advanced Platform: Mixed Realities
|
Exploration of advanced techniques for the creation of mixed reality artworks combining digital content and physical environments.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37427D
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Scott Fisher
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 490:
|
Directed Research
|
Individual research and readings.
|
(1.0-8.0 units, max 12)
|
Prerequisite: 1 from (IML 104 or IML 201)
|
Not available
|
37454D
|
TBA
|
TBA
|
Lecture
|
Elizabeth Ramsey
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 493:
|
Creativity and Wellbeing
|
Exploration of the intersections among creative practice, mindfulness and wellbeing through individual studio-based project work.
|
(2.0-4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37457R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
David Johnson
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 500:
|
The Praxis of Sonic and Visual Media
|
An introduction to digital authorship at the graduate level, with a focus on the potential of multimedia scholarship and networked dissemination.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student, Master Student, Professional Year 1
|
37461R
|
1:00-3:50pm
|
Monday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Vicki Callahan
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 521:
|
Non-Fiction Cinematic Practice II
|
Deepening skills in audio/video storytelling methods through a semester-long, non-fiction media project.
|
(2.0 units)
|
Prerequisite: IML 520
|
Not available
|
37466D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Wednesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Michael Bodie
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 555:
|
Digital Pedagogies
|
An exploration of varied pedagogical approaches and strategies informed by critical engagement with digital media and networked technologies.
|
(4.0 units)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37471R
|
4:00-6:50pm
|
Tuesday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Virginia Kuhn
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 570:
|
Topics in Ethnographic Media Arts
|
A hands-on approach to contemporary topics in ethnographic media arts and creative nonfiction cinema.
|
(2.0-6.0 units, max 12)
|
Not available
|
Not available
|
37473D
|
10:00-12:50pm
|
Thursday
|
Lecture-Lab
|
Stephanie Spray
|
IML
|
https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
|
IML 575:
|
Graduate Media Arts Research Lab
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A hands-on mentored graduate research lab experience within the context of media art and in association with a real-world project. Open only to graduate students.
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(2.0-4.0 units, max 8)
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Not available
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Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student, Professional Year 1, Doctoral Student
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37475D
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1:00-3:50pm
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Tuesday
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Lecture-Lab
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Scott Fisher
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IML
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https://classes.usc.edu/term-20241/classes/IML/
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IML 585:
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Creative Critical Writing Workshop
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A writing workshop to explore innovative forms for critical writing, media-rich writing and video that borrow from creative nonfiction, the lyric essay, poetic/vernacular criticism.
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(2.0 units, max 4)
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Not available
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Not available
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37478R
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10:00-12:50pm
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Wednesday
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Lecture
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Holly Willis
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