Course Title: Work professionally in the creative arts industry
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2023
Course Code: EMPL9793C
Course Title: Work professionally in the creative arts industry
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6173 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation and Design)
Course Contact: Nat Bates
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3326
Course Contact Email: nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Nicole McKinnon
nicole.mckinnon@rmit.edu.au
9925 4815
Program Coordinator: Nat Bates
nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
9925 3326
Nominal Hours: 70
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 we will cover the skills and knowledge required to display a professional attitude when working in the creative arts industry, including when implementing strategies to find work, responding to work opportunities, operating in the work environment, and establishing and maintaining industry networks.
The course applies to those who could be establishing a career as a performer in disciplines, such as dance, music, acting or circus skills, or they could be specialising in choreography, production management, arts administration, visual arts, design or community cultural development. At this level people are expected to apply wide-ranging, highly specialised technical, creative or conceptual skills to express ideas and perspectives. Work activities are largely self-directed
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAIND611 Work professionally in the creative arts industry |
Element: |
1. Implement strategies to find work |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Gather information on work opportunities in area of interest using different sources 1.2 Evaluate how own skills and knowledge could be applied in a work context 1.3 Refine curriculum vitae (CV) and supporting material and distribute as required 1.4 Promote self and own availability for work using online opportunities 1.5 Identify barriers to obtaining work and take action as required 1.6 Incorporate issues related to copyright, moral rights and intellectual property into career planning |
Element: |
2. Respond to work opportunities |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Apply for advertised positions and respond to other leads as they arise 2.2 Prepare for interviews and auditions as required 2.3 Display a professional attitude and confidence in dealings with prospective employers 2.4 Undertake follow-up required after interviews or auditions |
Element: |
3. Show initiative in the work environment |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Identify and clarify as required the day-to-day operations of, and key personnel in, the workplace 3.2 Clarify aspects of own role and responsibilities with required personnel 3.3 Demonstrate a professional work ethic 3.4 Apply a knowledge of applicable performance and cultural principles and practices to workplace activities 3.5 Participate in workplace discussions and meetings in a positive and constructive way 3.6 Demonstrate a capacity to work independently and achieve goals with minimal or no supervision 3.7 Seek feedback on own performance from required personnel and incorporate into work activities as required 3.8 Identify skill gaps and set professional development goals using peer and management feedback and self-evaluation |
Element: |
4. Establish and maintain industry networks |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Participate in applicable networks to assist with finding ongoing work 4.2 Identify and follow appropriate strategies that enhance own professional reputation 4.3 Maximise reputation by circulating current and succinct information about own experience 4.4 Exchange information and ideas with colleagues and industry contacts using communication channels |
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
This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other unit of competency in this clustered course is: CUAPPR613 Engage in the business of creative practice
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 |
Introducing: Part 1 |
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| Week 2 | Part 1 |
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| Week 3 |
Part 1 Introducing: Part 2: - Prepare a cover letter
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AT1 Part 1 Due: Week 3 | |
| Week 4 |
Part 3 - Interview Questions Workshop • Present Job application Material to teacher. (Must Attend Class) |
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| Week 5 |
Part 3 - You will undertake a mock interview with 2 other students - present your online folio to them and your CV - Follow up after interview Part 4 |
AT1 Applying for Jobs Parts 2, 3, 4 due | |
| Week 6 |
Introducing: AT2 Participate in Industry Practise. - write a short application letter
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| Week 7 |
Part 2: Attend a Briefing with the industry practitioner - you must attend the meeting with the industry practitioner (this is part of your assessment) Commence working on the brief |
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| Week 8 | Continue working on the brief | ||
| Week 9 | Part 3: |
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| Week 10 |
Part 4: Present work to the client Part 5: Complete a job report |
AT2 due | |
| Week 11 |
Introducing: AT3 Small business
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| Week 12 |
Part 2. Create your own Business Part 3. Legal, Ethics & Moral rights and responsibilities |
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| Week 13 |
Part 4: Financial and Resource considerations |
AT3 Part 1, 2, 3, 4 Due | |
| Week 14 | Part 5: Your future | ||
| Week 15 |
Part 6: Local and Global Opportunities |
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| Week 16 |
Part 7: Emerging platforms / trends Part 8: Resources |
AT3 Part 5, 6, 7, 8 Due | |
| Week 17 | Finalise assessment requirements. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
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 presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights to your written tasks. 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.
AT1 Applying for jobs
In this assessment task, you will undertake the research and preparation required to apply for a job. This will include looking into employment, networking opportunities as well as preparing material for applying for jobs including CV drafts, cover letter and follow up letter.
Due week 5
AT2 Participate in industry practice
In this assessment task, you will participate in applying for a role in working on an industry brief.
Due week 10
AT3 Small business
In this assessment task, you will investigate the issues and requirements of setting up a small business.
Due week 16
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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