Producing Certificate Program

Learn the ins and outs of producing short films and features from Hollywood professionals.

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Courses

8 Required

4 Elective

F-1 Visa Eligible

Yes

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This program is perfect for...

Individuals pursuing a career in producing

Filmmakers

Entertainment professionals looking to transition into producing

Individuals exploring filmmaking careers

What you can learn.

Discuss the role of story

Learn the creative producing process

Explore physical production roles and responsibilities

Study the fundamentals of financing, marketing and distribution

Gain real-world insights into planning, creating and packaging films.

Taught by Hollywood professionals, the UCLA Extension Producing Certificate program gives students essential skills and knowledge needed for both creative and physical producing.

The curriculum emphasizes the role of story as well as principles of financing, marketing and distribution.

Students also benefit from extensive networking opportunities with both industry expert instructors and peers from around the world.

Format: Online and In-Person
Duration: 1 year (full-time pace) to 3 years
Unit Requirement: 48
GPA Requirement: minimum 3.0 for certificate completion

This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Professional training from industry experts.

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course

Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.

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Step 2: Become a Candidate

Establish candidacy in the program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and access exclusive student benefits. Registration fees vary by program and are listed under Cost and Fees.

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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

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Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application and Candidacy Fee

$200

Estimated Textbooks and Materials

$550

Estimated Program Tuition

$10020

International Student Fees

Payment Options

Not eligible for VA Benefit
Federal Financial Aid is not available

The program is open for enrollment in any quarter for both domestic and international students (F-1 student visa).

Required Courses

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Pre-Production and Production for Film and Television

This survey course presents an overview of the real-world aspects of producing as practiced in the various sectors of filmed entertainment from script development through pre-production and production.

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Post-Production for Film and Television

Emphasizing how new technologies continue to impact post-production, this course examines the post-production process for film and television. May include guest speakers.

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The Business of Entertainment

This introductory course examines the changing business issues associated with the entertainment industry through lectures, discussions with industry guests, and case studies.

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Story Development Workshop: Crafting Your Original Story

Producers, development executives, directors, and writers gain practical experience adapting and developing their own stories for motion pictures, movies-of-the-week, and miniseries.

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Entertainment Financing: From First $ to Distribution of Profits

This course covers the financial aspects of each step of the motion picture value chain (from development through profit participation) and considers the implications of financial choices.

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Marketing

Select 1 marketing course from the list below.

Marketing and Distributing Independent Films Across All Platforms

Learn how to find domestic and overseas distribution for theatrical, television, DVD, and alternative markets by gaining knowledge on how to craft a distribution strategy from the earliest stages of project development.

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Marketing Entertainment: Strategies for the Global Marketplace

Learn the global strategies and platforms necessary to successfully profit from a film such as branding your property effectively, distribution procedures, and the power of cutting-edge social media outreach and research.

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Producing

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Low-Budget Filmmaking

Learn techniques and theories examining all phases of the low-budget filmmaking process, from development to production to post-production, and how to translate a minimum budget into maximum quality on screen.

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Producing Commercials for All Platforms: A Practical Workshop

From concept to completion, learn to produce commercials for TV as well as for all integrated marketing platforms (video games, cinema, Internet, TV, and cell phones).

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Producing Documentaries

Explore the stylistic and narrative, as well as technical and business approaches to successful documentary filmmaking from inception to distribution, and create your own project proposal based on the strategies learned.

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Elective Courses

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Complete 4 electives (16 units) from courses numbered X 400-499 in Producing, Directing, Film and TV Development, or Business and Management of Entertainment. Below is a list of suggested electives.

Suggested Electives

Starting Your Own Entertainment Production Company

A practical primer on starting a business, staying in business, and thriving, whether in motion pictures, television, or another entertainment industry venture.

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Independent Film Financing

Gain an understanding of a wide variety of financial models for funding an entertainment project, exploring the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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Production Accounting for Film and Television

Learn what it takes to handle all the financial controls of a film and television production including setting up accounts and purchase orders, accurate reporting of finances, and knowledge of signatory guilds and unions.

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Building an Online Audience

Learn how to create a public face and promotional platform for your creative content using relevant video platforms, social media, and available website creation tools. The goal is to create an individual presentation plan.

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A World of International Filmmaking

Learn the elements and stages to producing films outside of the U.S. Topics include: film commissions, financing, locations and climate, facilities, budgets, unions and working practices, co-production treaties, and local partners and distributors.

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An internship in film and television can provide you with practical experience in a variety of job functions. Certificate students must complete a minimum of 12 units of program curriculum (3 courses) before completing the application for approval to enroll in an internship.

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