Compose music for screen

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
24/07/2026 1:43 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUAMCP502

State Code
AWI49

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
15/01/2016

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

21/07/2016

Field of Education

100101 - Music

Original Release Date

21/07/2016

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply music composition skills and create music that synchronises with sequences in screen productions. It applies to individuals who write music for varied purposes, such as to create mood, reinforce genre or historical period, and complement action sequences, to meet tight timelines. Composers work closely with producers, directors, sound recordists and post-production personnel.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Participate in pre-production phase of screen productions

1.1 Consult with appropriate personnel to clarify screen music composition briefs, including production values
1.2 Research the style and other aspects of music appropriate to the content or storyline of the screen production as required
1.3 Use a shot list to map musical events and durations to film shots
1.4 Consult with director to determine which moving image sequences require theme and incidental music
1.5 Organise resources required for composing music in line with production requirements
1.6 Prepare a plan for completing work in line with the requirements of the brief, and negotiate a contract and any copyright, royalty and licensing issues as required

2. Generate ideas for screen music

2.1 Establish a routine with the director and film editor to view shots and evaluate implications for the composition of music
2.2 Brief other people involved in the composition project as required
2.3 Generate a range of musical ideas or starting points, and experiment with options for realising them
2.4 Investigate the potential of basic structural elements for achieving desired effects
2.5 Discuss options with appropriate personnel, and refine ideas as required

3. Create and orchestrate theme and incidental music

3.1 Apply a range of compositional techniques to organise musical elements into working versions of theme and incidental music
3.2 Orchestrate sound and themes for the context of each sequence, and to maintain musical continuity through the whole soundtrack
3.3 Ensure that parts are available to appropriate personnel where live music is to be used
3.4 Listen to work in progress with appropriate personnel, and seek feedback on creative and technical aspects of compositions
3.5 Incorporate ideas and suggestions into final compositions
3.6 Collaborate with appropriate personnel on the compilation of the final music soundtrack

4. Evaluate work

4.1 Consult with appropriate personnel to identify aspects of the composition and soundtrack compilation process that worked well and those that could be improved
4.2 Evaluate the music soundtrack in meeting production requirements and planned outcomes
4.3 Provide feedback to team members on their performance as required
4.4 Evaluate own role in operations and note areas for improvement

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D2895	CUSMCP502A	Compose music for screen	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODH84	CUAMCP512	Compose music for screen	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZN0	CUA50815	Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification
AZM7	CUA60515	Advanced Diploma of Music Industry	Qualification