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Mix sound in a broadcasting environment

Mix sound in a broadcasting environment

Unit of competency
National Code
CUASOU214
State Code
ODD28
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to mix sound in a broadcasting environment, including operating studio equipment, identifying issues with equipment and broadcast, and mixing audio inputs on air.The unit applies to those who help to confirm that all audio inputs are mixed smoothly in line with program requirements for live to air broadcasts. They work closely with 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 Confirm production requirements and program schedule with required personnel
  • 1.2 Set up and check studio equipment is safe and operational, and report any issues according to broadcast studio procedures and work health and safety (WHS) requirements
  • 1.3 Confirm that any pre-recorded material is ready for broadcast
  • 1.4 Confirm that external sources required by 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 required in line with broadcast studio procedures, health and safety, and production requirements
  • 1.7 Identify and rectify simple problems, and refer issues beyond own responsibilities to required personnel
2. Mix audio inputs on air
  • 2.1 Mix audio inputs through studio panel and 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 Resolve operational problems with equipment as they arise throughout on-air sessions
3. Complete operations after broadcast
  • 3.1 Save required material in line with broadcast studio procedures
  • 3.2 Confirm surplus material is handled in line with broadcast studio procedures
  • 3.3 Complete documentation in line with broadcast studio procedures
  • 3.4 Check and clean equipment and work environment in line with broadcast studio procedures
  • 3.5 Identify technical faults and problems with broadcast, and notify required personnel as required in line with broadcast studio procedures
  • 3.6 Seek feedback from required personnel on own performance as a panel operator and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWG83 CUASOU204 Mix sound in a broadcasting environment Unit of competency