Master’s of Fine Arts Degree in Producing

Build Advanced Creative Producing Skills at NYFA

In NYFA’s Master’s of Fine Arts (MFA) Degree in Producing program, located at our Los Angeles campus, students master every step of the filmmaking production process. During their studies, students develop a number of skills in producing, learning to secure stories, deliver the pitch, develop scripts, talent search, schedule, as well as manage financing, marketing, and distribution. Throughout their time at NYFA, students learn advanced real-world strategies for successfully producing films and television shows, preparing them to fully support the artistic vision and impact of creative projects. After graduation, students may use their experience and training to pursue their goals in creative producing, production management, marketing, and distribution.

Faculty Highlights

Interview with NYFA New York Producing Chair, Neal Weisman

Producing
School Alumni

Kevin Nwankwor  

Kevin Nwankwor

Producer | Director

 
Alice Rehemutula  

Alice Rehemutula

Producer | Actress

 
Melissa Gutierrez Clavijo  

Melissa Gutierrez Clavijo

Producer

 
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Curriculum

The MFA curriculum at NYFA’s Producing School includes:

  • An intense production schedule that brings students through the challenges of a producing role
  • Classes and workshops designed to help students learn advanced creative and technical skills, such as Producer’s Craft, covering creative, production, and marketing, and distribution, as well as Entertainment Law and Business Practices and fundamental filmmaking courses
  • Close instruction through a variety of teaching methods and immediate feedback from faculty and staff that are experienced producers who actively work in the industry
  • Access to a robust equipment library that has cutting-edge cameras, dollies, light kits, sound equipment, and more
  • Special guest lectures which may feature industry studio and independent Producers, as well as marketing executives, based on availability
  • Internships for credit through an exclusive listing and instructor mentorship

To learn more about the MFA in producing programs, refer to NYFA’s Los Angeles Course Catalog or request more information.

 

Tuition

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Dates

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Please note: Equipment, curriculum, and projects are subject to change and may vary depending on location. Students should consult the most recently published campus catalog for the most up-to-date curriculum.