Unit of competency Outline

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Realise productions

Realise productions

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPPM502
State Code
WI142
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
250
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan and manage pre-production and production operations in specialist areas, such as lighting, audio, vision systems, stage management, costume, sets, props, scenic art and staging.Individuals who apply these skills are expected to display a high level of initiative and judgement as they take responsibility for managing the realisation of production concepts in their area of production expertise.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan realisation of productions
  • 1.1 With reference to production documentation, confirm key objectives and scope of productions with relevant personnel
  • 1.2 Determine cost of, and sources for, required resources according to organisational procedures
  • 1.3 Develop realistic expenditure estimates that conform to budget allocations
  • 1.4 Identify potential budget overruns and resolve or recommend alternatives to relevant personnel
  • 1.5 Reach agreement on evaluation methods for monitoring progress
  • 1.6 Develop action plans for realising productions; taking deadlines, legislative requirements and a range of other factors into account
  • 1.7 Develop contingency plans to minimise the impact of unexpected events on the process of realising productions
  • 1.8 Reach agreement on action plans and budget, and amend documentation as required
2. Monitor pre-production
  • 2.1 Allocate responsibilities and discuss timelines and other implementation issues with relevant personnel
  • 2.2 Obtain resources and monitor supplies to ensure that work proceeds according to plan
  • 2.3 Engage specialist staff as required
  • 2.4 Follow financial procedures in relation to purchases and record keeping
  • 2.5 Monitor progress of agreed plans against timelines and production requirements
  • 2.6 Identify and respond to problems promptly in consultation with relevant colleagues as required
  • 2.7 Treat colleagues with consideration and respect to develop and maintain effective work relationships
  • 2.8 Attend run-throughs and production meetings to identify changes that need to be made to plans and update and distribute workplace documentation accordingly
  • 2.9 Maintain communication with production departments to ensure a coordinated approach to realising productions
3. Monitor production and post-production operations
  • 3.1 Action technical responsibilities according to production requirements
  • 3.2 Monitor productions during show run and take appropriate action to resolve problems that arise
  • 3.3 Maintain communication with key production personnel at all times
  • 3.4 Participate in evaluations of technical and creative objectives of productions
  • 3.5 Share information from evaluations with colleagues and implement recommendations aimed at improving overall effectiveness of production management procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1611 CUETEM08B Realise productions Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH31 CUAPPM512 Realise productions Unit of competency