This course explores the role of the independent producer and the business and legal activities and materials necessary to produce independent production. Students learn about relationships with broadcasters and funding agencies, as well as program proposal preparation, creating business plans and effective pitching techniques. Students become acquainted with all aspects of the business side of producing as creative ideas proceed to be: acquired, developed, budgeted, pitched, licensed by broadcasters, financed, produced, posted, marketed, and distributed. Lect: 3 hrs. Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
