Learn from Serenity graphic designer Geoffrey Mandel
February 8th, 2008 | 
Author: Interested in a graphic design job for the movies? Graphic designer Geoffrey Mandel — MFA, graphic designer and IATSE member whose credits include Blades of Glory, Dirt, MI3, Serenity, Spider-Man 2, NCIS, Solaris, Star Trek: Voyager, JAG, Space: Above and Beyond and all-around nice guy – will be teaching an extension course at UCLA in April. Details:
NEW COURSE
Graphic Design for Film and Television
X 481.4AA Art 4 units $540
Graphic design gives filmed entertainment the look and texture of real life. This course examines the function of the graphic designer as a key member of the art department, as well as the role graphics play in film and television production, including signage, props, set dressing, wardrobe, computer animation, and title design. Genre, script breakdown, clearance and copyright issues, designing for period and science fiction, visual presentation of concepts, and production of signs and props are covered. A studio visit to a working film or television set is a course highlight. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Illustrator and Photoshop.No Textbook Required
Westwood: 408 1010 Westwood Center
Wednesday , 7-10pm
April 2 – June 18, 12 mtgs.
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Just thought I'd pass this on. I had to go out to Los Angeles on business last week, which fortunately coincided with Geoffrey Mandel's first "Graphic Design for Film and Television" class.
I'd absolutely encourage anyone who's out there and has any interest in the field to sign up if the class is ever offered again. It's fast moving, fun, visually interesting, and got me pumped to go back to my hotel and do some design work. Geoffrey's insights are more than just interesting – they're extremely valuable for anyone looking to break into the field. My only regret was that I couldn't figure out a way to get back for the other eleven classes. Damn!