Modification History
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CUAPPM401A |
This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist with planning, organising and rehearsing productions.
Application of the Unit
Individuals responsible for assisting with planning and staging productions apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit. At this level, productions would usually be those staged by performing arts schools in community venues.
People in production assistant roles work with limited supervision and are responsible for the output of others. They work to instructions or plans developed by production personnel, such as directors, stage managers, lighting designers, costume managers and producers.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements |
Performance Criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1. Contribute to the planning of productions |
1.1. Discuss and confirm own roles and responsibilities related to production planning with relevant personnel 1.2. Discuss and confirm own creative planning roles and responsibilities with relevant personnel 1.3. Follow performance-planning instructions and preparations as advised by relevant personnel 1.4. Ensure responsibilities are completed within required timeframes |
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2. Assist with running technical and creative dress rehearsals |
2.1. Coordinate performers effectively according to requirements 2.2. Ensure instructions given to performers are clear, audible and correctly sequenced 2.3. Work effectively with members of production teams 2.4. Follow OHS policy and procedures 2.5. Ensure performers follow OHS policy and procedures |
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3. Assist with productions |
3.1. Ensure performers arrive at venues on time to meet performance requirements 3.2. Ensure own roles and responsibilities are carried out as advised by stage manager or relevant personnel 3.3. Carry out post-production or bump-out responsibilities according to instructions from relevant personnel 3.4. Use feedback from relevant personnel to identify areas of own organisational practice that could be improved |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication, teamwork and organisational skills to:
- respond appropriately to constructive feedback on own ability to contribute to the organisation of productions
- seek assistance from others as required
- share ideas in group discussions
- work collaboratively with others involved in rehearsals and performances
- learning skills to:
- effectively assist with the planning, rehearsing and performance of productions
- evaluate venue or performance space as required
- literacy skills to:
- read production schedules and plans
- read and interpret ground and lighting plans
- problem-solving skills to respond appropriately to the unexpected in a performance situation
- self-management and planning skills to:
- assist in the creation of production plans
- meet deadlines and prioritise tasks
- demonstrate reliability in agreed work commitments
- follow OHS policy and procedures
- technical skills to assist with the:
- installation of basic lighting equipment
- set up basic sound equipment.
Required knowledge
- well-developed knowledge of:
- key aspects of the creative and technical production process for different types of live performance productions
- production and staging terminology
- role of make-up, hairstyling and costumes in performance
- theatre conventions
- issues and challenges that arise in the context of preparing for rehearsals and performances
- overview knowledge of:
- relevant commonwealth, state or territory requirements, such as:
- security of information
- duty of care under common law
- anti-discrimination, including equal opportunity, racial vilification and disability discrimination
- industrial awards or enterprise agreements as they relate to in-house or venue-paid staff roles
- OHS principles and legislation relevant to particular performance contexts, such as:
- hearing protection
- dealing with performance anxiety
- policy and best practice
- protection of body against overuse injury
- safe lifting practices.
Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
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Roles and responsibilities may include: |
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Production planning may involve consideration of: |
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Relevant personnel may refer to: |
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Creative planning may involve consideration of: |
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OHS policy and procedures may relate to: |
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Post-production or bump-out responsibilities may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - production management
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.
