Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare for editing sound

1.1 Clarify production requirements, including creative and technical objectives in consultation with relevant production personnel

1.2 Obtain, label and securely store audio source materials

1.3 Check editing hardware has sufficient capacity to handle digitising and editing processes

1.4 Check editing software is suited to technical requirements and enterprise practices

1.5 Organise additional equipment to minimise interruptions during editing, if required

1.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

2. Assemble sequences for editing

2.1 Digitise content in a compatible format for specified platform

2.2 Monitor and optimise quality of digital output and arrange to fix problems where necessary

2.3 Identify sound edit positions and document appropriately

2.4 Log and assess sound sequences and create and save digital back-up copies

2.5 Use safe listening procedures to evaluate and edit audio content to meet technical and creative objectives 

3. Edit sound sequences

3.1 Edit audio content and document details of each edited sound sequence according to production requirements

3.2 Generate an appropriate track list to facilitate sound mixing processes

3.3 Chart positions and durations of sound sequences, noting requirements for transitions where applicable

3.4 Apply audio effects and enhancements to maximise creative outcomes as required

3.5 Use editing software to produce sequences and resolve identified problems

3.6 Seek feedback on edits from relevant production personnel and refine as required

3.7 Submit final edits by agreed deadline in accordance with enterprise procedures

4. Finalise sound edits

4.1 Archive and document edited audio files following enterprise procedures

4.2 Report on editing equipment requiring maintenance if required and leave workstation in original or improved condition

4.3 Participate in post-production debriefing sessions as required

4.4 Seek feedback from colleagues and evaluate own creative and technical performance for improvement

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 2.3

• Interprets textual information to determine job requirements

Writing

1.2, 2.4, 3.1-3.3, 4.1

• Records accurate and detailed information in workplace documentation using simple vocabulary and industry terminology

Oral Communication

1.1, 3.6, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

• Uses clear and relevant language to gather and provide information
• Uses listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding

Navigate the world of work

1.6, 2.4, 3.7, 4.1, 4.2,

• Complies with enterprise procedures and production requirements in preparation and completion of editing tasks to defined deadlines

Interact with others

1.1, 3.6, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

• Follows accepted communication methods and practices when discussing task requirements and seeking feedback on task progress
• Participates in debrief with colleagues to receive feedback on own performance

Get the work done

1.2-1.5, 2.1-2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4-3.6, 4.4

• Plans and implements routine tasks and workload in a methodical sequence with input from others
• Makes routine decisions about source materials, equipment capacity and audio formats, and monitors output for problems
• Determines the most effective editing techniques for creative impact, and manipulates software to resolve problems
• Uses digital tools to prepare sound components, and edit and refine sequences to achieve creative and technical expectations of the production

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUASOU202 Perform basic sound editing

CUFSOU204A Perform basic sound editing

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.