BUSINESS/
INVESTING
Job Details
Investing in TV & film is a multibillion dollar industry. Yet, it is a new concept to most financial-minded professionals. It can appear to be risky and speculative, but also spectacularly lucrative if done correctly. How do you in invest in something that has no tangible physical property? Learn the basic elements of investing in TV & film that allow you to make solid decisions about where to put your money and how to generate a return on your investments.
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Course Levels
This is a professional level class only. No kids, youth, explore, or advanced levels are available. This is a module format class with two levels required for completion:
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LEVEL 1: BASIC CERTIFICATION
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This level has 8 classroom modules
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Each class meets once per week for 3 hours per class
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Total of 24 hours of class time to complete level 1
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LEVEL 2: PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE
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An additional 50 days of field work on Catalyst certified productions is required to complete level 2 professional certification
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Topics Covered​
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How to invest in TV and film
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Why investing in TV and film can be profitable
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The risks and challenges of investing in TV and film
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Cultural benefits of having a self-sustaining production industry
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Working with creators to help them achieve their goals​
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When to take control of a project and when to be hands-off
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How to group projects together to minimize risk
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Creating a sound stage
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Creating a production studio
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Working with film commissions
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Working with governments
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How to promote your investments
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Legal, contracts & intellectual property issues
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Previous Experience Required
No previous experience required.
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Ages
Ages 17+
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Prerequisites
There are no other prerequisite courses within the Catalyst curriculum.
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Cost
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€50/class
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€400 for the entire course
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Location
Classes are held in-person at our Kinostudio campus in Tirana, Albania
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Class Schedule
This is a night class held from 6-9pm. Exact dates are TBD.
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Class Size
Up to 15 students per class
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Language
All classes are taught in English
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Video Recording
Classes are not recorded for later use​
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Scholarships
​Scholarships are available on a limited basis to those who can demonstrate a financial need. To request a scholarship review meeting, please fill out the scholarship request form here.