NMDS
5638

Tech Wksp: Production Design

Parsons School of Design: School of Art, Media, and Tech

Non-Liberal Arts
Undergraduate Course
Graduate Course
Degree Students (with Restrictions)
Tech Wksp: Production Design
Spring 2027
Taught By: Macha Beard-Harper
Section: A

CRN: 17802

Credits: 1

This course provides an in-depth exploration of production design in the film and television industry. Students will learn the fundamentals of production design, including its role and responsibilities, collaboration with other key departments, and the creative process. They will gain a comprehensive understanding of the language of production design, visual storytelling elements, and research techniques. Practical application and collaboration will be emphasized through sessions on set design and construction, art direction and prop styling, costume and makeup design, and location scouting and management. Advanced topics such as digital tools and visualization techniques, budgeting, and production design management will also be covered. Through case studies and guest speakers, students will develop a strong foundation in production design and its application in real-world scenarios.

Open to all university graduate students, and upper-level undergraduate degree students.
Prerequisites: No Prerequisites
Co-Requisites: No Co-requisites

College: Parsons School of Design (PS)

Department: School of Art, Media, and Tech (AMT)

Campus: New York City (GV)

Course Format: Studio (S)

Modality: In-Person

Max Enrollment: 15

Repeat Limit: 2

Add/Drop Deadline: N/A

Online Withdrawal Deadline: February 27, 2027 (Saturday)

Seats Available: Yes

Status: Open*

* Status information is updated every few minutes. The status of this course may have changed since the last update. Open seats may have restrictions that will prevent some students from registering. Updated: 6:12pm EDT 10/8/2026

Meeting Info:
Days: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Times: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Building: TBD
Room: TBD
Date Range: 2/26/2027 - 2/28/2027