Tisch Goes Coast to Coast
SPEC-UT 81 | 2 units | Online | Instructor: Patti Pearson
This course provides an introductory framework for understanding the dynamics of entering the entertainment and media industry within New York and Hollywood. Through live, synchronous, online meetings with industry professionals in Film, Television, Music, Theatre, Dramatic Writing, Games and Interactive Media, you will learn expectations, industry standards, and professional practices to apply when transitioning from student to a creative professional. You will also understand the specific job functions that are required to effectively and efficiently complete productions. The course aims to build a body of knowledge and information through understanding the various roles and professions that cut across all the competencies required for the industry professional to effectively function as a key member and in most cases, the leader of the creative and business team, assembled to complete a project.
Past guests have included:
- John Ehmann, Music, A$AP Rocky’s Manager, Former VP of A&R at Interscope Records
- Nisha Ganatra, Film & TV Director, Writer, Producer
- Nicole Kassell, Film & TV Director, Writer
- Glen Mazzara, TV Showrunner, Writer, Producer
- Michael Luisi, Film Producer, Executive
- Christine Swanson, Film Director, Writer, Producer