Course Title: Provide freelance services

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

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: Stef Fereiro

Email: stefanie.fereiro@rmit.edu.au

 

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

  • class exercises to review discussions/lectures 
  • seminars/workshops 
  • design activities or projects 
  • group projects 
  • peer learning 
  • class presentations 
  • group discussion 
  • research 
  • independent project-based work 
  • group activities/projects 
  • ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback.


Teaching Schedule

Week Topic Assessment / Learning activities
W1
Introduction to course and assessments

Discuss the Performance and Knowledge evidence to meet Competency in the course

What is Freelancing?

Discuss the different types of Freelancers.

Introduce: ABN, GST, TFN		  
W2   EOP
W3

How to make a resume 

  
W4

Digital Marketing 

  
W5 Assessment 1 Review  
W6 Trades Hall Bump In   
W7 Portfolio research  AT1 Due
  TERM BREAK  
W8 Business plan - Introduction to business plans, discuss business ideas  
W9 Work through Business plan  
W10 Work through Business plan  
W11 How to make a website using an online web builder  
W12 Work on ATs in class  
W13 Work on ATs in class  
W14 Work on ATs in class AT2Due
W15 Work on ATs in class AT3 Due
W16 Review learning  
W17 Wrap up course

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.

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.

The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. Lynda.com is available via your Library login.

The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.


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 as 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 and due dates

Assessment Task 1: Questions: You will be asked to complete questions on what you have learnt. Answer all 5 questions in the spaces provided. Due Week 7 

Assessment Task 2: Project: The purpose of this assessment task is to encourage you to identify and research the skills and knowledge required to plan and operate the business aspects of a sole trader or a cooperative or a contract worker in the creative industry and develop a business plan for a selected creative business structure. Due Week 14

Assessment Task 3: Project:  The purpose of this assessment task is to write an industry-standard resume, as well as a to create an online portfolio website featuring visual video showreel to showcase your creativity and a diverse body of your work. Due Week 15 

 

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 mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.

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

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