Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, organise and implement the recording of music demos in audio or video formats.
It applies to individuals who work as musicians or band members, and wish to promote their work to the public, music agents, record companies and media outlets.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Performing arts – music performance
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan a music demo recording |
1.1 Identify the purpose of the music demo 1.2 Discuss with appropriate people the image and style of the performance to be recorded, and select the most appropriate music 1.3 Agree on repertoire balance and original material and covers to be performed 1.4 Discuss and confirm all details of creative collaboration with other performers 1.5 Agree on method and format for final recording 1.6 Allocate roles and responsibilities in the demo production process 1.7 Develop a recording plan that takes into account personnel, scheduling, rehearsing, equipment, suitable reviewing processes and other factors as required |
2. Work collaboratively with recording personnel |
2.1 Collaborate with technical personnel to ensure that instruments and equipment are set up to avoid undue interruption during the recording process 2.2 Observe work health and safety (WHS) principles in the prevention of injury and stress in the recording environment 2.3 Show respect for the skills of others, communicate professionally with session personnel and follow recording protocols and conventions 2.4 Maintain a professional working relationship with all involved in the recording to achieve agreed outcomes |
3. Finalise demo recording |
3.1 Listen to and review rough mixes 3.2 Contribute to the mixing and mastering of the recording as required 3.3 Review the final mix, and discuss and negotiate refinements as required 3.4 Confirm that the final recording is in the required format for distribution 3.5 Evaluate the process of producing the demo recording, and note areas for future improvement |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.7 |
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Writing |
1.7, 3.5 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2-1.6, 2.1, 2.3, 3.1, 3.3 |
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Numeracy |
1.7 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.6, 2.2-2.4 |
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Interact with others |
1.2-1.6, 2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 3.3 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.7, 3.1-3.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAMPF304 Make a music demo |
CUSMPF304A Make a music demo |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages and clarify intent. |
Equivalent status |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5