Producing Visual FX
Summer 2024
Session Dates: June 23 - July 6, 2024
Learning how to produce visual FX from script to screen.
Course Description
This program is designed to help students broaden their understanding of film production and the implementation of visual effects (VFX) and virtual production as storytelling. It is built for students who are interested in pursuing careers as producers, directors, VFX supervisors, and VFX artists and is guided by an award-winning producer with over 24 years of experience in the industry.
Students will receive an overview of virtual production and visual development methodologies, pre-visualization techniques, budgeting, script breakdown, on-set implementation and collaboration, and post-production workflow and delivery. They will also have the opportunity to get hands-on with project-based, collaborative exercises designed to help them put each lesson into practice.
This program is ideal for highly motivated creatives who wish to influence a film from script to screen, and who are eager to learn about multiple aspects of the VFX production process. While elements of VFX techniques will be discussed, it is not intended to be a deep dive into VFX software and tools. Instead, it is meant to be an introduction to the process of producing.
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"Producing Visual FX" is a residential program on LMU's Los Angeles-area campus. There are no commuter options at this time - all participants are required to live on campus for the duration of their program.
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Students enrolled in Producing Visual FX will have the opportunity to visit a local visual production facility or stage.
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- Learn the basics of all aspects of production (prep, shooting, and post) centered around producing VFX and Virtual Production.
- Enhance your ability to identify when and how virtual effects should be used in the filmmaking process.
- Gain a deeper understanding of film budgeting and script breakdown.
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Application Fee: $65
2024 Program Cost: $5,800
The program cost includes:
- Tuition for two-week, non-credit course
- Housing and meals for two weeks
- Course materials
- Use of campus recreation facilities
- Class field trips
- Two weekend social trips off campus
For additional information about program tuition and fees and payment options, please visit our Fees Page.
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This class is open to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors.
Requirements:
- Online Application
- Personal Essay: Read the Prompt Now
- Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or counselor
- High School Transcripts
- $65 Application Fee
- TOEFL Scores (for International applicants whose primary language is not English)
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