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Compile music for soundtracks

Compile music for soundtracks

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU507
State Code
AWG64
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
34
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to integrate musical elements into soundtracks for screen productions.It applies to individuals who select, produce and record music soundtracks for a range of screen productions, in collaboration with composers, music supervisors, screen producers and/or directors.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm scope of soundtrack project
  • 1.1 Confirm production values and expectations with relevant people
  • 1.2 Confirm role of all people involved in soundtrack project, including own role
  • 1.3 Identify factors that may affect soundtrack project and plan accordingly
2. Determine technical and musical requirements
  • 2.1 Confirm studio arrangements to ensure resources are sufficient to meet agreed technical and work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 2.2 Obtain shot list and music components for soundtrack, and map musical events and duration to film shots
  • 2.3 Identify specific equipment to produce required music score in line with shot list
  • 2.4 Confirm specific equipment will be available to meet production requirements
  • 2.5 Clarify music component sources and confirm availability in line with production schedules
3. Compile soundtracks for moving image sequences
  • 3.1 Identify moving image sequences that require theme, incidental or other music
  • 3.2 Establish routines for viewing, assessing and discussing shot material with director and film editor
  • 3.3 Source, secure and prepare music components for soundtrack, and confirm copyright requirements are met
  • 3.4 Use safe work practices to monitor acoustic quality of soundtrack to achieve required sound
  • 3.5 Seek feedback from relevant people about work in progress, and modify as required
4. Synchronise music components of soundtracks to moving image sequences
  • 4.1 Identify correct frame rate for video or film to ensure synchronisation between sound and images
  • 4.2 Match music components to screen images or sequences
  • 4.3 Confirm quality of music components aligns with overall production concept and style
  • 4.4 Modify settings or sound quality of music components in soundtracks according to feedback and other sound elements, as required
  • 4.5 Listen critically to timing, sequencing, sound quality and element integration to confirm integrity of soundtracks
  • 4.6 Present completed soundtrack to relevant people in line with production requirements
5. Evaluate work
  • 5.1 Evaluate process of compiling music for a soundtrack in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 5.2 Evaluate quality and success of music soundtrack against production requirements and planned outcomes
  • 5.3 Evaluate own role, and note areas for improvement
  • 5.4 Compare work against previous compositions to assess innovation and development of techniques and ideas
  • 5.5 Document evaluation outcomes and use results to improve own work practices
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D2974 CUSSOU505A Compile music for soundtracks Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG72 CUASOU517 Compile music for soundtracks Unit of competency