Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: EMPL5994C

Course Title: Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5412 - Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation)

Course Contact: Andrew Harrison

Course Contact Phone: +61399254350

Course Contact Email: andrew.harrison@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Aish Ramji

Email: aish.ramji@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 60

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 maintain creative arts industry knowledge and monitor and manage own professional practice. This includes applying industry knowledge to research-based work activities, when interacting with others, and when engaging in professional practice in the music industry.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAIND512 Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge

Element:

1. Research creative arts industry information relevant to own practice

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Research structure and operation of creative arts industry 1.2 Research employment obligations and opportunities within industry 1.3 Monitor trends and emerging technologies within industry 1.4 Research legislation and industry protocols relevant to industry 1.5 Analyse and evaluate accuracy, currency and credibility of information sources and confirm that research scope is in line with requirements ofownprofessional practice 1.6 Compile comprehensive details of information gathered and its sources and implement procedures for maintaining its currency

Element:

2. Establish and maintain industry networks that support own practice

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Participate in professional industry bodies and associations and seek opportunities to expand on and update industry knowledge 2.2 Establish and maintain relationships that enhance own professional practice and profile using networking strategies 2.3 Network with industry contacts and confirm currency and credibility of industry knowledge 2.4 Record details of networking activities and benefits gained from participation

Element:

3. Apply knowledge to own professional practice

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Evaluate own skills and knowledge, and identify professional development needs 3.2 Seek advice from required personnel and develop strategies to enhance professional practice 3.3 Participate in professional development activities to improve work performance and currency of industry knowledge

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 this program, structured learning occurs in the classroom and through completion of assessment. However, as an independent learner you will also be engaged in unstructured activities such as private study and practice of technical skills required in using cameras, lighting and sound equipment and editing tools. You are also expected to familiarise yourself with different aspects of the screen and media industry. This includes spending time engaged in attending films and film festivals, watching streamed content, attending industry events and exhibitions and building relationships with industry bodies such as the Screen Producers Association and the Australian Society of Cinematographers.

In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:

  • demonstrations and practical application
  • peer teaching and class presentations
  • group discussions
  • screenings
  • online research
  • independent project based work
  • teacher directed group activities/projects
  • Industry examples and case studies

Out-of class activities include, but are not limited to:

  • reading set texts
  • research
  • screenings
  • production work
  • independent project based work 


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 resources.

Week

  

Class content 

  

Assessment

  

1

  

Creative industries research

The landscape of media production. 

Media profession niches. 

Activities and resources summarised. 

Introduction to research strategies.

 

  

 

  

2

  

Key screen industry organisations and resources researched

The purposes of government bodies, guilds & associations, unions, not for profit organisations. 

Professional regulations, protocols, procedures, guides identified

 

  

 

  

3

  

Organisations and resources reviewed 

Findings shared.

 

  

Assessment 1 due next week

  

4

  

Professional networks  

Strategies explored.

Assessment 1 due

 

  

Assessment 1 Due

  

5

  

Production methods and resources reviewed

Presentations of findings.

 

  

 

  

6

  

Copyright

Concepts, requirements, strategies – guest presentation

 

  

 

  

7

  

Distribution and exhibition strategies researched

Methods of getting your finished project to an audience. Trends and opportunities explored. 

Deliverables requirements investigated

 

  

 

  

8

  

Communities as resources and audiences

Involvement and support through shared interests.

 

  

 

  

9

  

Industry entry strategies

Mentoring, internships and placements. 

Approaching potential employers and collaborators.

 

  

 

  

10

  

Competitions and festivals

Strategies to maximise benefits to you

 

  

 

  

11

  

Digital distribution

The Web, VOD and distribution methods.

 

  

Assessment 2 due next week

  

12

  

Trends and opportunities: assessment presentation

Trends and opportunities: assessment presentation

 

  

Assessment 2 Due

  

13

  

Trends and opportunities: case studies

Trends and opportunities: case studies

 

  

 

  

14

  

Engaging with associations, guilds andnetworks  

Membership, events, workshops, resources 

 

  

Assessment 3 due next week

  

15

  

Methods of organising your own data

Collecting information, planning and tracking your professional activities. 

Your personalised professional practice and networking plan.

 

  

Assessment 3 Due

  

16

  

Review strategies

Revisit individual career  priorities.

 

  

 

  

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None


References

You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information.


Other Resources

Other resources for this course are available on Canvas.

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through Study Support:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab


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.

Assessment 1  - Research Creative Arts Industry Information - Students will investigate reliable sources of professional information for work in the creative industries, particularly in relation to media content production:  either a government body, professional guild, association, union, business or not-for-profit  organisation that relate to creative industries. Date Due: week 4

Assessment 2 - Industry Protocols and Procedures - For this task, students will investigate creative arts industry information relevant to your own practice. This is a research assessment that has 2 parts. You are to use accurate, current, and credible sources to address each topic. You must analyse and evaluate and cite your sources. Date Due: week 12

Assessment 3 - Apply Professional Knowledge - For this task, students need will to carefully consider your networking strategies and activities that you will use to maintain and enhance your industry knowledge and identify how you will participate in professional development activities. Due Date: week 15

Assessment Tasks 1, 2 and 3 are to be finalised by no later than end of semester 2 Week 16.

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 are available through the course contact in 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 Student Essentials 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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