SOC118CI

Why do catalog models earn more than runway models? How do aspiring rappers learn to freestyle? Why are some TV shows hits and others flops? This course explores sociological research on creative industries, such as art, film, music, gastronomy, fashion, literature, academia, and technology. We compare research on different creative industries to identify common phenomena, focusing on the processes of production, circulation, and consumption. Topics may include globalization, place branding, creative careers, experimentation, rankings, pricing, taste, authenticity, and censorship.