Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access, increase and update knowledge of the film, television, radio and multimedia industry, including the role of different industry sectors, and the impacts of changing technology. This knowledge underpins effective performance in all sectors.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to access, increase and update knowledge of the film, television, radio and multimedia industry, including the role of different industry sectors, and the impacts of changing technology. This knowledge underpins effective performance in all sectors
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Elements and Performance Criteria |
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Element |
Performance Criteria |
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1 |
Seek information on the structure and operation of the industry |
1.1 |
Correctly identify and access sources of information on the industry |
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1.2 |
Obtain information to assist effective work performance within the industry, including information on: ; different sectors of the industry, their relationships and the products and services available in each sector; major industry bodies/associations; relationships with other industries; different markets and their relevance to industry sectors; different distribution channels for industry products and services; economic and/or social significance of the industry; the role of local communities; specific features of the local/regional industry; working arrangements |
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1.3 |
Access information on the specific sector of work |
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1.4 |
Correctly apply industry information in day-to-day work activities |
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2 |
Seek information on industry employment obligations and opportunities |
2.1 |
Obtain information to assist effective work performance within the industry, including information on: ; career opportunities and career paths within the industry; the roles, responsibilities and employment rights of contracted freelance workers within the industry; the roles, responsibilities and inter-r elationships of individual personnel in an industry environment; unions and employer bodies; professional associations; industrial relations issues - awards and enterprise bargaining agreements, non award areas; cultural issues |
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2.2 |
Correctly apply industry information on employment opportunities and obligations in day-to-day work activities |
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3 |
Seek information on new technology |
3.1 |
Obtain information to assist effective work performance within the industry, including information on: ; advances in any type of equipment or technology used within the industry; likely effects of new technology on current work practices and the structure of the organisation and industry, and the community; ways of upgrading skills to include the use of new technology; sources of technical advice and support |
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3.2 |
Correctly apply industry information on technological advances in day-to-day work activities |
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4 |
Update industry knowledge |
4.1 |
Continually apply informal and/or formal research to update general knowledge of the industry |
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4.2 |
Monitor current issues of concern to the industry |
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4.3 |
Share updated knowledge with customers and colleagues as appropriate, and incorporate information into day-to-day work activities |
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Required Skills and Knowledge
Not applicable.
Evidence Guide
Underpinning skills and knowledge
Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in, the following areas:
industry information sources
technology information sources
cultural information sources
basic research skills:
identification of relevant information
techniques to obtain information
sorting and summarising information
legislation (both state and federal) which applies across the industry in the following areas:
consumer protection
duty of care
equal employment opportunity
anti-discrimination
workplace relations
the function of relevant industry organisations
Linkages to other units
This is a core unit that underpins effective performance in all other film, television, radio and multimedia units. It is recommended that this unit is delivered/assessed in conjunction with other operational and technical units.
Critical aspects of evidence
This unit of competence applies to a range of industries, ie. film, television, radio and multimedia. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry involved. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular industry and industry sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.
Care should be taken in developing training to meet the requirements of this unit. The specific focus of training will depend upon the industry involved, for example, the film and television, radio or multimedia industry sectors. For generic pre-vocational training, organisations should provide training which is tailored to meet the needs of the particular industry. It is intended that participants will gain a breadth of industry knowledge, encompassing the full range of industry contexts, with no bias towards individual industry specialisations.
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
ability to source industry information
general knowledge of the industry, including main roles, functions and inter-relationships of different sectors, with a more detailed knowledge of issues which relate to a specific sector or workplace
Method and context of assessment
Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
role play
case studies
work samples or simulated workplace activities
oral questioning/interview
projects/reports/logbooks
third party reports and authenticated prior achievements
portfolios of evidence
Resource requirements
Assessment requires access to a range of relevant and current industry information materials listed in the range of variables statement.
Workplace based assessment should use a range of materials current and relevant to that workplace environment.
Simulated workplace activities must be undertaken using a range of relevant and current material appropriate for the industry sector.
Underpinning skills and knowledge
Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of, and skills in, the following areas:
industry information sources
technology information sources
cultural information sources
basic research skills:
identification of relevant information
techniques to obtain information
sorting and summarising information
legislation (both state and federal) which applies across the industry in the following areas:
consumer protection
duty of care
equal employment opportunity
anti-discrimination
workplace relations
the function of relevant industry organisations
Linkages to other units
This is a core unit that underpins effective performance in all other film, television, radio and multimedia units. It is recommended that this unit is delivered/assessed in conjunction with other operational and technical units.
Critical aspects of evidence
This unit of competence applies to a range of industries, ie. film, television, radio and multimedia. The focus of assessment will depend on the industry involved. Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular industry and industry sector in which performance is being assessed. Assessment should only address those variable circumstances, listed in the range of variables statements, which apply to the chosen context.
Care should be taken in developing training to meet the requirements of this unit. The specific focus of training will depend upon the industry involved, for example, the film and television, radio or multimedia industry sectors. For generic pre-vocational training, organisations should provide training which is tailored to meet the needs of the particular industry. It is intended that participants will gain a breadth of industry knowledge, encompassing the full range of industry contexts, with no bias towards individual industry specialisations.
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
ability to source industry information
general knowledge of the industry, including main roles, functions and inter-relationships of different sectors, with a more detailed knowledge of issues which relate to a specific sector or workplace
Method and context of assessment
Assessment may take place on the job, off the job or a combination of both of these. Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment.
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
role play
case studies
work samples or simulated workplace activities
oral questioning/interview
projects/reports/logbooks
third party reports and authenticated prior achievements
portfolios of evidence
Resource requirements
Assessment requires access to a range of relevant and current industry information materials listed in the range of variables statement.
Workplace based assessment should use a range of materials current and relevant to that workplace environment.
Simulated workplace activities must be undertaken using a range of relevant and current material appropriate for the industry sector.
Range Statement
Information sources may include :
media
reference books, technical manuals
libraries
unions
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
union publications - newsletters, magazines, bulletins and letters
computer data, including internet
induction kits
organisational policies, procedures and journals
job descriptions
employment contracts
federal and state industrial awards
federal and state industrial relations departments
occupational heath and safety laws, regulations, journals
personal observations and experience
discussions with current industry practitioners
discussions with community groups
discussions with manufacturers - technical and sales personnel
specialist technical publications
manufacturers' handbooks, manuals, promotional material
Other industries may include :
entertainment
arts
music
fashion
events management
sports
agriculture/horticulture/aquaculture
conservation
science and research
retail
tourism
training and education
Economic and social issues may include :
employment
awards, enterprise agreements and working conditions
effect on local amenities/facilities/community
land ownership
land access and usage
community role in industry operations
diversity of culture and language
history of the industry
Information sources may include :
media
reference books, technical manuals
libraries
unions
industry associations and organisations
industry journals
union publications - newsletters, magazines, bulletins and letters
computer data, including internet
induction kits
organisational policies, procedures and journals
job descriptions
employment contracts
federal and state industrial awards
federal and state industrial relations departments
occupational heath and safety laws, regulations, journals
personal observations and experience
discussions with current industry practitioners
discussions with community groups
discussions with manufacturers - technical and sales personnel
specialist technical publications
manufacturers' handbooks, manuals, promotional material
Other industries may include :
entertainment
arts
music
fashion
events management
sports
agriculture/horticulture/aquaculture
conservation
science and research
retail
tourism
training and education
Economic and social issues may include :
employment
awards, enterprise agreements and working conditions
effect on local amenities/facilities/community
land ownership
land access and usage
community role in industry operations
diversity of culture and language
history of the industry
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
