Entertainment Business

On Campus • Completion Degree

Create Your Future in Entertainment Business

Do you want to continue your education? Our completion program will expand on your existing knowledge and allow you to explore the business side of the entertainment industry. By getting your Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Business, you will learn to market yourself and your work, manage the day-to-day operations of a business and refine your business acumen.

If you already have your associate degree, you can enroll in the completion program and get a Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Business.

Our Bachelor of Science in Entertainment Business Degree is 60 credit hours. Students must have their associate degree to enroll in the completer program. Take courses on campus and online. This degree format is designed to provide the benefits of both face-to-face and online learning formats.

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Featured Classes

Entertainment Marketing

Go behind the scenes of show business. This course covers general marketing concepts as they relate to the nuances of the entertainment business field. Students construct strategic plans for media products and are introduced to entertainment licensing concepts, promotional avenues and digital marketing. In addition, this course strengthens students’ understanding of analytical tools and strategic analysis of consumer behavior.

Intellectual Property

Learn the fine print of dealmaking in Hollywood. This course provides students with an examination of trade secrets, trademarks, patents and copyrights in connection with methods of protecting creative works. Throughout the course, students explore acquisitions, licensing and transfer of rights as they relate to music, film, animation, show production and other interactive digital media. Other topics covered in this course include independent contractors and work-for-hire employees within the entertainment business.

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Discover the essential characteristics of leadership and learn how to inspire others into action. This course teaches students to identify their personal strengths and weaknesses through self-assessment. This course examines leadership as it relates to the entertainment industry, and provides strategies for effective decision making and team building. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the difficulties and compromises necessary to move projects forward as a collective team.

Industry Experts

Campus and online students have exclusive access to entertainment business professionals who share their industry expertise through video chats, campus visits and red-carpet events.

How to read a Contract

How to Read a Contract Without a Lawyer (And When to Get One)

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Somewhere between your first paid gig and your first real credit, a contract lands in your inbox. Nobody walks you through it. Maybe you're scoring a short, illustrating a festival poster, editing a podcast, or punching up a pilot. Either way, the moment you sign, your creative work becomes a business deal with rules attached. Learning how to read a contract doesn't require a law degree. It requires knowing what you're looking at, what's negotiable, and when to hand it to a professional. That's what this guide covers.
Cool Girl’s Guide to TV Writing Hosted at The Los Angeles Film School

Cool Girl’s Guide to TV Writing Hosted at The Los Angeles Film School

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Dream of writing for television but feel lost on where to start? Have a stellar idea for a show but not sure of the first step?  To help jumpstart ideas and action, this fall, we are hosting the Cool Girl’s Guide to the Television Business, a seminar led by industry experts guiding the next generation of creatives on how to navigate the steps from plan to production.
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Behind the Curtain: The Business of Entertainment

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Talent management, finance, legal, marketing—not to mention the talent behind the scenes of the music business—are just some of the cogs behind the silver screen that keep the machine turning, translating ideas into projects from development to production and distribution.
Woman with Hat watching movie credits

What To Do When Traditional Film Distribution Isn’t Feasible

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There it is again—that sharp sting of rejection.  The making of your film is done and dusted—a momentous achievement! But when it comes to distributing your film, you’re hitting a dead end.  Yet another major distributor’s door has been closed to you—a stark reminder of how fiercely competitive and frustrating film distribution can be.
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We Made Billboard’s Top Music Business Schools List for 2023

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The Los Angeles Recording School, a division of The L.A. Film School, has been named one of Billboard Magazine’s Top Music Business Schools of 2023.  This list recognizes the range of degrees we offer, our impressive campus facilities as well as our active speaker roster, such as SunPop’s managing partner Will Tenney, who recently visited the campus to speak with students.
Brittainy Roberts

FOX’S VP of Casting Visits LAFS

Brittainy Roberts talks to Entertainment Business students on campus Panel Moderated by Entertainment Business Instructor, Donna Loyd. Watch here. Brittainy grew up in the mountains of Tennessee knowing she wanted to work in entertainment.…
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Electronic Music One-Woman Show—Biianco

Entertainment Business Presents: Biianco Gabby Bianco, better known under her stage name Biianco, is a rising star in the chill-wave electronic music scene. She's a one-woman show whose talents range from vocals to instruments to dance.…
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The Student Experience on Campus

Forget traditional classrooms. Our program plunges you into professional film sets and production stages, where you’ll collaborate with industry-experienced faculty and learn through hands-on practice.

Master the technical skills sought after in the field, surrounded by cutting-edge facilities:
  • Multiple Soundstages: Capture crystal-clear audio for any scene.
  • Green Screen Stage: Create fantastical worlds through digital effects.
  • Dolby-Approved Dubbing Stage: Craft professional audio experiences.
  • 300-Seat Movie Theatre: Attend exclusive events and screenings.
  • Avid Editing Lab: Master the tools used by professional editors.
Experience the difference firsthand!  Check out our options for exploring your campus in person.
CAMPUS TOURS

  • Hannah Lux Davis

    Hannah with the band Pane at the ASCAP Experience

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  • Brandon Trost

    On the set of Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile with Zac Efron

    Entertainment Business - Completion

  • Alex M. Ferrufino

    Winner of HBO Latinx award for short film, Slipping Into Darkness

    Entertainment Business - Completion

  • Kyle Newacheck

    On the set of Murder Mystery with Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler

    Entertainment Business - Completion
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SUCCESS STORIES

Wondering where a degree from The Los Angeles Film School can take you?

At The L.A. Film School, we don’t just guide you, we champion your success. Our dedicated Career Development team equips you with the tools you need to thrive, from resume writing and interview preparation to landing internships and building valuable industry connections. We’re with you every step of the way, supporting you on your exciting and challenging journey.

Did you know? Oscar®-winning sound mixing Phillip Bladh’s career began here. Join our legacy of alumni who have contributed to Oscar®-winning films, GRAMMY®-nominated albums, and RIAA multi-platinum records.

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FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

We understand that higher education is an investment, and we’re committed to helping you navigate your options. Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and can include federal and private student loans, military benefits, grants and scholarships. Our dedicated Financial Aid team can help guide you through the process.

Ready to take that first step? Fill out the form and discover more about our career support, the incredible success stories of our alumni, and how your journey in the entertainment industry starts right here.

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