Course Title: Work effectively in the creative arts industry
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2022
Course Code: GEDU6190C
Course Title: Work effectively in the creative arts industry
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
To participate in any RMIT course in-person activities or assessment, you will need to comply with RMIT vaccination requirements which are applicable during the duration of the course. This RMIT requirement includes being vaccinated against COVID-19 or holding a valid medical exemption.
Please read this RMIT Enrolment Procedure as it has important information regarding COVID vaccination and your study at RMIT: https://policies.rmit.edu.au/document/view.php?id=209.
Please read the Student website for additional requirements of in-person attendance: https://www.rmit.edu.au/covid/coming-to-campus
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to when the course starts to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance. The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in the local state/national directive regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4416 - Certificate IV in Screen and Media
Course Contact: Jesse Roberts
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4107
Course Contact Email: jesse.roberts2@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Maya Toone
Teacher
maya.toone@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will develop the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in the creative arts industry. This applies to any field of the arts industry and is relevant to people in a wide range of occupations, for example, dancers, musicians, actors, cabaret performers, street performers, entertainment administrators, reviewers, film makers and public artists.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry |
Element: |
1. Maintain current knowledge and skills in the creative arts industry |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify creative arts industry trends using appropriate sources of information 1.2 Identify likely effects of industry trends on own work practices 1.3 Liaise with relevant people to identify learning opportunities to incorporate trends and emergent technologies in own work practice 1.4 Identify copyright requirements in the creative arts industry to ensure compliance with current legislation 1.5 Employ identified learning opportunities to improve own work practices in the creative arts industry |
Element: |
2. Establish effective work and contractual relationships in the creative arts industry |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify key stakeholders to establish effective contractual relationships 2.2 Share information and ideas with relevant stakeholders in the creative arts industry 2.3 Determine and discuss work scope, issues and establish effective solutions with stakeholders 2.4 Confirm and formally document agreements and contracts with relevant personnel 2.5 Maintain contractual relationships through regular contact and effective communication |
Element: |
3. Complete work tasks effectively |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Prioritise work tasks and established deadlines with relevant personnel 3.2 Identify and plan for factors that may affect the schedule of work tasks 3.3 Complete work tasks within deadlines in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements 3.4 Seek and incorporate feedback on own work performance from relevant personnel |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include a range of teacher directed activities, projects, class exercises, review discussions/lectures and independent project based work.
Out-of-class activities include maintaining a digital work schedule and occasional online research.
Teaching Schedule
| Week 1 |
Introduction to the unit Teaching and assessment schedule Creating a CV |
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| Week 2 |
Creating a LinkedIn Profile Secondary market research of the screen and media industries |
AT1 - Creating a digital CV |
| Week 3 | Copyright | AT1 - Copyright |
| Week 4 |
Outline of AT2 - Part 1 Practical class |
AT1 - due at the end of Week 4 |
| Week 5 | Outline of AT2 - Part 2 Meeting and communicating with the production The Broadcast Award |
AT2 Part 1 - due at the end of Week 5 |
| Week 6 | Employee handbook Industry regulations |
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| Week 7 | Employee handbook Company policies |
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| Week 8 | AT2 - Part 2 check in AT2 - Part 3 assessment requirements Work schedule |
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| Week 9 |
Introduction to AT3 Primary market research of the screen and media industries Industry guest speaker |
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| Week 10 |
Employment contracts Industry guest speaker |
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| Week 11 |
Australian Creative Industries sector Industry guest speaker |
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| Week 12 | Revenue streams through digital content Industry guest speaker |
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| Week 13 | Industry guest speaker | |
| Week 14 | No class | AT2 due at the end of Week 14 |
| Week 15 | Industry guest speaker | |
| Week 16 | Industry guest speaker | AT3 due at the end of Week 16 |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.
Further learning resources will be available through the course canvas shell
It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
a pen and notepaper or a laptop computer. You will need to have either a USB thumb drive or a USB/Thunderbolt Harddrive (or both) to store and manage your media. Your teacher will advise you what to get when classes commence.
Remember that the University Library has many resources that will help you and has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assignments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assignments and once you have demonstrated competency you will also receive a result after your final assignment.
Assessments
- Industry1of3: Trends, technology, action! - Create a digital CV and apply research of current industry trends and new technologies to your own work practise.
- Industry2of3: Connecting with industry - Connect with industry by participating in a production within the wider screen and media industry. This may also be achieved as a class-simulated exercise. You will initially negotiate an employment contract, establish communication with relevant stakeholders and continue the relationship throughout the production.
- Industry3of3: Knowing the screen and media industries - Perform primary research and demonstrate knowledge, of the screen and media industries.
You should refer to the assignment brief which is available on Canvas for full assessment criteria.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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