Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services - CUA40420

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 00591E

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in a range of technical production jobs in creative arts industry environments. It applies to work in lighting and sound, music industry, entertainment customer service, entertainment technical operations, entertainment administration, staging, wardrobe, scenery and set construction, broadcasting production, live production and entertainment technical operations work environments. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others and have limited responsibility for the output of others.The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Pyrotechnician, Head Fly Operator, Fly Operator, Sound Recordist, Community Theatre Centre Worker, Wardrobe Technician, Costume Maker, Sound Technician, Set Maker, Lighting, Audio and Staging Worker, Assistant Stage Manager, Audiovisual Technician, Community Theatre Production Worker, Front of House Worker, Venue Technician, Lighting Technician and Operator, Props Maker, Model Maker, Scenic Artist, Audio Operator, Video Operator, Workshop Technician, Staging Team Leader, Production Coordinator and Show Control Technician. It also provides a pathway to other roles in similar work environments.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerationsElectrical workIn some States and Territories of Australia a restricted electrical licence is required. Restricted electrical licences allow a person to carry out electrical work incidental to a trade. Incidental work may include fault-finding on equipment or changing like for like equipment by disconnecting and reconnecting the fixed wiring. It does not include any other changes to the fixed wiring.National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk WorkThe National Standard for Licensing Persons Performing High Risk Work applies to persons performing dogging and rigging work. Completion of the following units is required for certification at either basic, intermediate or advanced levels:CPCCLDG3001 Licence to perform doggingCPCCLRG3001 Licence to perform rigging basic levelCPCCLRG3002 Licence to perform rigging intermediate levelCPCCLRG4001 Licence to perform rigging advanced level.National Code of Practice for Induction for Construction WorkSets and staging for some performances or events may fall within the definition of construction work. If so, people entering the construction site are required to complete the general induction training program specified by the National Code of Practice for Induction Training for Construction Work (Australian Safety Compensation Council, May 2007). Achievement of the unit 'CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry' from the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package fulfils this requirement. PyrotechnicsIn some States and Territories of Australia a licence is required to allow a person to plan and operate a fireworks display.Users are advised to check with the relevant licensing authority for requirements.Units of competency in qualificationSome individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.

Subjects

• Operate staging elements
• Contribute to organising productions
• Produce innovative digital images
• Coordinate sound recording operations on location
• Coordinate business operational plans
• Assist with marketing and promotion
• Make props using mixed media
• Create 3D digital models
• Operate vision systems
• Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
• Sell to the retail customer
• Install and test lighting equipment
• Manage media assets
• Install and test network protocols
• Promote innovation in team environments
• Produce technical drawings
• Lead and manage people
• Obtain revenue to support operations
• Negotiate contracts
• Vision mix productions
• Mentor in the workplace
• Contribute to WHS risk management
• Manage audio input sources
• Develop and extend design skills and practice
• Construct blocks for period costumes
• Make costumes for dance and physical theatre
• Implement copyright arrangements
• Construct mechanical props
• Install staging elements
• Migrate to new technology
• Attach cords and plugs to electrical equipment for connection to a single phase 230 Volt supply
• Undertake a basic construction project
• Participate in collaborative creative projects
• Assist with conceiving and preparing performance spaces
• Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
• Work with diverse people
• Improve sustainability through readily implementable change
• Produce digital images
• Design and produce business documents
• Implement continuous improvement
• Write complex documents
• Monitor entry to venues
• Install and operate follow spots
• Modify, repair and maintain costumes
• Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
• Plan close proximity fireworks displays
• Apply decorative paint finishes
• Lead team effectiveness
• Rejuvenate millinery
• Provide service to customers
• Manage first aid services and resources
• Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies
• Investigate business opportunities
• Provide lost and found services
• Set up and operate lighting cues and effects
• Articulate, present and debate ideas
• Carry out measurements and calculations
• Work effectively backstage during performances
• Coordinate production operations
• Operate complex vision systems
• Create pattern from block to meet customer specifications
• Licence to perform dogging
• Assist with production operations for live performances
• Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work
• Prepare existing coated surface for painting
• Use painting and decorating tools and equipment
• Develop and present business proposals
• Assist in stage managing rehearsals
• Make prop furniture
• Undertake arena rigging activities
• Apply art finishing
• Measure, lay up and cut custom-made garments
• Implement lighting designs
• Evaluate sustainability impact of a work or process area
• Provide Advanced First Aid
• Repair and maintain vision system equipment
• Handle carpentry materials
• Conduct research
• Assemble and fit commercially tailored or bespoke garments
• Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms
• Licence to perform rigging advanced level
• Maintain and repair special effects items
• Read and interpret plans and specifications
• Construct soft scenery
• Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
• Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace
• Design and produce spreadsheets
• Assess marketing opportunities
• Develop technical skills for musical performances
• Edit sound
• Create advanced 3D digital models
• Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
• Plan a career in the creative arts industry
• Produce basic plans of surveys
• Create pattern to meet design specifications applying advanced patternmaking principles
• Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
• Plan outdoor fireworks displays
• Operate show control systems
• Research and develop business plans
• Organise business meetings
• Manage health and safety requirements at fireworks displays
• Produce computer-aided drawings
• Compile production schedules
• Source and apply information on the history and theory of design
• Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials
• Operate basic lighting
• Create special effects for scenic art
• Install and uninstall specialist staging equipment
• Repair and maintain audio equipment
• Produce drawings to communicate ideas
• Draw a trade drawing for fashion design
• Operate elevated work platforms up to 11 metres
• Erect and dismantle basic scaffolding
• Sew components
• Use a sewing machine
• Install and disassemble audio equipment
• Measure and scale geometric shapes
• Organise and facilitate rehearsals
• Translate information into measurements or diagrams
• Prepare video assets
• Apply work health and safety practices
• Experiment with techniques to produce wood objects
• Apply project procurement procedures
• Coordinate props
• Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle
• Maintain costume continuity
• Provide work skill instruction
• Manage finances within a budget
• Experiment with moulding and casting techniques
• Manage feedback on creative practice
• Determine resource requirements for new business ventures
• Explore the use of colour
• Plan finances for new business ventures
• Provide workplace coaching
• Use inclusive work practices
• Create 2-D drawings using computer-aided design system
• Create special effects items
• Plan in-house events or functions
• Prepare audio assets
• Operate close proximity fireworks displays
• Calculate costs of construction work
• Interpret and respond to a design brief
• Manage copyright arrangements
• Work effectively in the music industry
• Use advanced features of applications
• Make sets
• Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
• Operate sound reinforcement systems
• Apply knowledge of style and genre to music industry practice
• Work effectively in the creative arts industry
• Construct mechanical sets
• Complete and check import/export documentation
• Mix audio for live productions
• Communicate effectively with arts professionals
• Use electronic fashion design tools
• Coordinate the logistics of special effects operations
• Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles
• Document equipment installation requirements
• Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
• Undertake specific millinery construction techniques
• Manage audio system control networks
• Participate in negotiations
• Plan and organise work
• Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premises
• Minimise waste on the building and construction site
• Perform routine manual metal arc welding
• Apply work health and safety practices in a live production environment
• Compile and replay audio material
• Perform hazardous action sequences
• Operate floor electrics
• Roster staff
• Record sound
• Repair and maintain lighting equipment
• Operate complex lighting
• Edit dialogue
• Install and test vision systems
• Apply paint by spray
• Make costume accessories
• Licence to operate a forklift truck
• Undertake live audio operations
• Work safely at heights
• Develop and implement production work plans
• Perform routine gas metal arc welding
• Collaborate in creative processes
• Provide First Aid
• Perform computations
• Build and maintain business relationships
• Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment
• Make music demos
• Repair, maintain and alter props
• Develop expertise in costume component construction
• Operate outdoor fireworks displays
• Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
• Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
• Operate flying systems
• Apply texture coat paint finishes by brush, roller and spray
• Produce and prepare photo images
• Coordinate touring arrangements
• Provide freelance services
• Provide seating and ticketing services
• Create electronic presentations
• Source and apply design industry knowledge
• Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components
• Integrate colour theory and design processes
• Provide responsible service of alcohol
• Develop expertise in pattern development for costume
• Develop and apply knowledge of costume
• Interact with computing technology
• Licence to perform rigging basic level
• Paint scenic art elements
• Process materials to produce components using static machines
• Use casting and moulding techniques to make props
• Coordinate marketing activities
• Develop and implement sound plans
• Address compliance requirements for new business ventures
• Organise finances for new business ventures
• Dress performers
• Maintain physical production elements
• Perform garment repairs and alterations
• Organise personal work priorities
• Grade 2-D patterns
• Make scale models
• Research history and theory to inform own arts practice
• Licence to perform rigging intermediate level
• Generate design solutions
• Manage conflict
• Make presentations
• Realise a creative project
• Manage wireless audio operations
• Interpret technical drawing
• Use carpentry tools and equipment
• Shoot different screen content
• Plan work space
• Assemble and maintain sets

Standard entry requirements

Individuals must provide evidence of their skills in live production and technical services and the ability to: produce a body of work demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to workplace requirements associated with live production and technical services in line with current industry standardsapply a basic knowledge of trends and traditions in at least one area of technical production.Skills and knowledge may have been acquired through experience or formal study.

Study information

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