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CUASTA502
Manage show control operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage the implementation and operation of show control systems that store, play back and control audio, video, digital images and other inputs in a programmed sequence.

Individuals who apply these skills are expected to display a high level of initiative, judgement and responsibility as they liaise with clients to find show control solutions that meet the creative requirements of productions, presentations, displays or installations in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.Clarify show control brief

1.1 Analyse documentation and information provided by clients or others about projects or productions that require show control operations

1.2 Discuss with relevant personnel ways of realising creative vision for projects from a show control perspective

1.3 Reflect on issues raised in discussions and develop draft plans for implementing show control that address creative requirements and take into account the capabilities of available show control systems

1.4 Reach agreement on plans after discussion with relevant personnel and revision of draft plans as required

1.5 Build trust and respect through effective use of communication skills and demonstration of professional integrity

2. Coordinate the implementation of show control

2.1 Brief relevant personnel on implementation issues as required

2.2 Supervise the input of cues into show control systems according to plans and timelines

2.3 Discuss and agree on changes to plans to address problems that arise during set-up and testing phases

2.4 Supervise show control operations during technical run-throughs and fine tune aspects of show control as required

2.5 Ensure that final show control operations meet production, presentation and installation requirements

2.6 Ensure that all work is undertaken according to health and safety requirements

3. Manage post-show operations

3.1 Supervise maintenance and adjustments to equipment as required

3.2 In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of show control operations in meeting creative objectives

3.3 Keep up-to-date with trends and technological developments in relation to using show control systems

3.4 In planning for future projects, incorporate new developments in, and innovative approaches to, show control operations

Evidence of the ability to:

plan and supervise the implementation of show control for a show, presentation or installation on at least two occasions

apply effective communication skills to negotiating show control solutions that meet creative requirements

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain how features of a range of show control systems can be used to achieve different effects

suggest way to address issues and challenges that typically arise when managing show control operations

describe industry trends and developments that impact on show control systems and operations.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to show control systems used for performances, presentations or installations.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.Clarify show control brief

1.1 Analyse documentation and information provided by clients or others about projects or productions that require show control operations

1.2 Discuss with relevant personnel ways of realising creative vision for projects from a show control perspective

1.3 Reflect on issues raised in discussions and develop draft plans for implementing show control that address creative requirements and take into account the capabilities of available show control systems

1.4 Reach agreement on plans after discussion with relevant personnel and revision of draft plans as required

1.5 Build trust and respect through effective use of communication skills and demonstration of professional integrity

2. Coordinate the implementation of show control

2.1 Brief relevant personnel on implementation issues as required

2.2 Supervise the input of cues into show control systems according to plans and timelines

2.3 Discuss and agree on changes to plans to address problems that arise during set-up and testing phases

2.4 Supervise show control operations during technical run-throughs and fine tune aspects of show control as required

2.5 Ensure that final show control operations meet production, presentation and installation requirements

2.6 Ensure that all work is undertaken according to health and safety requirements

3. Manage post-show operations

3.1 Supervise maintenance and adjustments to equipment as required

3.2 In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of show control operations in meeting creative objectives

3.3 Keep up-to-date with trends and technological developments in relation to using show control systems

3.4 In planning for future projects, incorporate new developments in, and innovative approaches to, show control operations

Evidence of the ability to:

plan and supervise the implementation of show control for a show, presentation or installation on at least two occasions

apply effective communication skills to negotiating show control solutions that meet creative requirements

work collaboratively.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

explain how features of a range of show control systems can be used to achieve different effects

suggest way to address issues and challenges that typically arise when managing show control operations

describe industry trends and developments that impact on show control systems and operations.

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to show control systems used for performances, presentations or installations.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Analyse documentation and information provided by clients or others about projects or productions that require show control operations 
Discuss with relevant personnel ways of realising creative vision for projects from a show control perspective 
Reflect on issues raised in discussions and develop draft plans for implementing show control that address creative requirements and take into account the capabilities of available show control systems 
Reach agreement on plans after discussion with relevant personnel and revision of draft plans as required 
Build trust and respect through effective use of communication skills and demonstration of professional integrity 
Brief relevant personnel on implementation issues as required 
Supervise the input of cues into show control systems according to plans and timelines 
Discuss and agree on changes to plans to address problems that arise during set-up and testing phases 
Supervise show control operations during technical run-throughs and fine tune aspects of show control as required 
Ensure that final show control operations meet production, presentation and installation requirements 
Ensure that all work is undertaken according to health and safety requirements 
Supervise maintenance and adjustments to equipment as required 
In consultation with relevant personnel, evaluate effectiveness of show control operations in meeting creative objectives 
Keep up-to-date with trends and technological developments in relation to using show control systems 
In planning for future projects, incorporate new developments in, and innovative approaches to, show control operations 

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