The International Film & TV Business

The aim of the course is to develop a deeper knowledge of the International Film & TV business and how packaging, finance and investment operates

It provides a comprehensive understanding of the Entertainment Value Chain: the path from creative development, packaging, financing and production, through to international sales and distribution – alongside timely insights into the streaming market – which are essential for all professionals

This course is overtly practical and practitioner led, aiming to support and elevate your understanding and ability to advance your business’ interests in the screen industries

COURSE OUTLINE : 

VALUE AND PACKAGING
An introduction to value chain modelling with reference to Harvard Business School’s Professor Michael Porter Project management and deal-making Including building a team, project packaging, portfolio management, presenting, pitching and the art of negotiation

STRIKE
The Challenge of Management in high velocity cultural and entertainment industries: From Hollywood to Silicon Valley. A critical analysis of the underlying tensions and themes amounting from the WGA and SAG strike conflicts, which form a central theme in this session

CREATIVE MANAGEMENT
The challenge of green-lighting and coordinating multi-party contracts is also examined Creative management in particular writing and directing talent, but also actors and key creative players in the film, TV, gaming & VR sectors

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
…and its rise in utility, impact and threats. Copyright, intellectual property & the management of intangible assets. The legal principles and practical application of copyright and IP, and how they differ across the globe (from Hollywood to Paris to Beijing), and how AI is disrupting practice

FINANCING SCRIPTED CONTENT
An in-depth guide to where the money is raised for projects in film, TV and streaming

SHOW ME THE MONEY
An analysis of profit participation across the entertainment industries and how that is being upended by the streaming revolution

COMPANY DEVELOPMENT AND SLATE MANAGEMENT
How to build compelling IP, 360 degree business models, and present and pitch projects effectively

THE CASE STUDIES
King’s Speech, Squid Game, Game of Thrones

THE FUTURE OF CINEMA AND CHANGING AUDIENCE BEHAVIOUR
The economics behind the life of the big screen entertainment experience. Has “Barbenheimer” shifted the dial? 

Bursary applicable

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This training course is not funded or commissioned by ScreenSkills, but has been reviewed to ensure it is meeting agreed standards such as industry-led diversity targets, appropriate business insurance, and evidence of previous quality training provision.