Course Title: Provide freelance services
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: PERF5101C
Course Title: Provide freelance services
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5408 - Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services
Course Contact: Rebekha Naim
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4849
Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Deb Hatton
ph: +61 3 9925 0848
Nominal Hours: 40
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
N/A
Course Description
In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to work as an independent operator within the creative arts industry.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAIND412 Provide freelance services |
Element: |
1. Promote self to potential clients |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Establish, follow up and regularly maintain industry contacts 1.2 Participate in and maintain required industry, employer and other networks 1.3 Identify and implement strategies for enhancing a professional reputation 1.4 Produce material about services provided and promote across different media outlets and social media platforms |
Element: |
2. Negotiate work arrangements |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Establish clear project outcomes with client and agree on fees, schedules and expenses 2.2 Confirm contracts or agreements contain payment terms and conditions that provide a viable cash flow 2.3 Confirm contracts or agreements include obligations of all parties and include a process for varying terms and conditions 2.4 Seek specialist advice for reviewing contracts or agreements before signing, as required 2.5 Store signed contracts or agreements securely for future reference 2.6 Adapt to client work demands without compromising ethics or reputation 2.7 Negotiate contract or agreement variations as required |
Element: |
3. Manage financial and business aspects of service |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Set up and use systems for managing budgets, finance, taxation and project documents, seeking expert advice and support as required 3.2 Set a realistic fee structure for services provided 3.3 Prepare a business plan outlining viable work schedule and cash flow 3.4 Send invoices in line with payment terms and conditions and promptly follow up any non-payments 3.5 Keep accurate and up-to-date financial accounts and records 3.6 Submit all taxation documents according to taxation requirements 3.7 Comply with business regulations, taxation and insurance requirements |
Element: |
4. Undertake strategic planning |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Implement strategies to identify work opportunities and risks 4.2 Identify and act on opportunities for expanding the client base, either alone or in partnership with others 4.3 Improve work performance and practices using constructive feedback from clients and other required personnel 4.4 Identify opportunities for ongoing professional development and to maintain skills and knowledge with industry developments 4.5 Regularly review and set realistic work objectives measured against quality of life, artistic and commercial goals 4.6 Identify risk factors and develop prevention strategies when planning work activities |
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 learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data to your RMIT OneDrive account
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
| Week 1 | INTRODUCTION - LIFE OF A FREELANCER + OUTLINE | BUILDING A CAREER, LONG-TERM |
| Week 2 | RESUME'S (CV'S) SOLE-TRADING + BRANDING + SUPERANNUATION | PRESENTING YOURSELF - PART 1 - step through ABN applications. |
| Week 3 | ASSESSMENT 1 OUTLINE | DELIVER/ EOP |
| Week 4 | ONLINE PRESENCE | AT DEVELOPMENT TIME |
| Week 5 | BUSINESS PLANS - FORMAL AND INFORMAL TOOLS | BUDGETING + MARKETING + LOGISTICS |
| Week 6 | TIME-MANAGEMENT, AND THE "JIGSAW" PUZZLE | A.T. DEVELOPMENT TIME |
| Week 7 | SPECIAL EVENT - BUMP IN AT TRADES HALL | OFF CAMPUS - MICF |
| Week 8 | CONTRACTS + BUSINESS LAW BASICS (ATO) + ABN'S | YOUR BUSINESS - ATO and LAW BASICS |
| Week 9 | GOOD FRIDAY | NO CLASS - AT1 DUE |
| *** | TERM BREAK | NO CLASS |
| Week 10 | SELF-DRIVEN, NO FORMAL CLASS | ONLINE + SELF-DIRECTED - with Sim TBC |
| Week 11 | FEEDBACK + REFLECTION + STRATEGIES for PROGRESS | |
| Week 12 | WHAT TO CHARGE, CONTRACTS (PART 2) AND BOUNDARIES - LPA | |
| Week 13 | ASSESSMENT 2 FINALISING and QLAB intro | ASSESSMENT 2 FINALISING |
| Week 14 | ASSESSMENT 3 FINALISING - And QLAB | ASSESSMENT 3 FINALISING |
| Week 15 | ETHICS and RESOURCES | WRAP + ETHICS |
| Week 16 | PRE-PRODUCTION - CREATIVE SHOWCASE | VARIOUS + DETAIL TBC |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library 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
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assignment 1: Professional goals and profile development
You will undertake research, reflect, and discuss with peers, educators, and mentors.
Due week 9
Assignment 2: Business plan and resume
You develop a business plan for yourself, as well as your resume.
Due week 13
Assignment 3: Client project
You undertake project work as a freelancer in the Live Production industry.
Due week 14
Assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix for this course demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters.
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. You are strongly advised to 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.
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.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
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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