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Mix sound in a broadcasting environment

Mix sound in a broadcasting environment

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU204
State Code
AWG83
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
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a broadcast studio panel.It applies to individuals who are responsible for ensuring that all audio inputs are mixed smoothly in line with program requirements for live to air broadcasts. They work closely with other presenters and guests, providing them with cues prior to opening microphones.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for broadcast
  • 1.1 Check studio equipment is safe and operational, and report any non-functioning equipment according to station procedures and work health and safety requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and rectify simple problems, referring those beyond one’s own responsibilities to relevant people
  • 1.3 Confirm in advance that all pre-recorded material is ready for broadcast
  • 1.4 Confirm that external sources required by the program are available from point of origin to studio panel desk
  • 1.5 Check that arrangements for recording and linking live sources meet production requirements
  • 1.6 Conduct sound check and adjust as necessary in line with station procedures, health and safety, and production requirements
2. Mix audio inputs on air
  • 2.1 Mix audio inputs through the studio panel to produce required sound level and tonal balances
  • 2.2 Execute sound cues according to production requirements
  • 2.3 Cue and play presentation material according to program schedule
  • 2.4 Cue studio guests as required and open microphones
  • 2.5 Deal with operational problems of equipment promptly and effectively throughout onair sessions
  • 2.6 Follow instructions from relevant people during live sessions as required
  • 2.7 Complete program on time and hand over to next presenter as required
3. Complete operations after broadcast
  • 3.1 Save relevant material for archiving and future use in line with station procedures
  • 3.2 Ensure surplus material is dealt with in line with station procedures
  • 3.3 Complete documentation in line with station procedures
  • 3.4 Check and clean equipment and work environment in line with station procedures
  • 3.5 Notify relevant people of technical faults and problems in line with station procedures
  • 3.6 Seek feedback from relevant people on own performance as a panel operator, and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2957 CUSSOU202A Mix sound in a broadcasting environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD28 CUASOU214 Mix sound in a broadcasting environment Unit of competency