MPFV327 The Business of Film/Video 3cr

How does an art student become a professional artist and still survive in the world of freelancing?

This course covers a range of strategies for students to build their public profile and portfolio while developing a sustainable plan to
survive as an artist after school. Topics include: creating project proposals and professional portfolios; developing budgets; funding through
grants and crowd sourcing; internships and learning to write and speak effectively about their work to film producers, film financiers,
museum curators, and art dealers. Visiting speakers include local curators, festival directors, critics, and exhibition professionals.
This course will also cover the ever elusive production management of any project from film, to live events and shows, to art exhibition and media installations in out of the box venues and locations. Travel into the City of Boston on assignment and field trips while learning. After
taking this course, students should have all the necessary skills to present their work in the professional arena. While the course focuses on
moving image work, students working in any medium are encouraged to register.

Prerequisites: MPFV211

Hybrid Studio Critique

Undergraduate Elective
Fall