Required skills

communication teamwork and literacy skills sufficient to

interpret and clarify written and verbal instructions

write content in a style appropriate to target users and audience

communicate information to specific audiences

structure textbased content effectively for target audiences and delivery format

respond positively to constructive feedback

conceptual skills sufficient to generate a range of textbased content ideas in response to a brief

initiative and enterprise skills in the context of empathising with the creative work of composers and performers

technical skills sufficient to

proficiently use wordprocessing tools

check and proofread written content using manual and automated systems

selfmanagement and planning skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

source information and reference material in a timely fashion

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of project team members

issues and challenges that arise when writing about music

the way readers scan and read written material

writing and communication principles for the relevant medium

writing and presentation techniques for the relevant medium

sound knowledge of grammar and punctuation

media laws sufficient to identify defamation and obscenity and seek expert advice on issues that could lead to legal action

copyright clearance procedures

OHS as it relates to working for periods of time on computers

welldeveloped understanding of musicrelated issues including

musical styles and genres

musical form and performance conventions

repertoire as it relates to relevant musical styles and genres

music notation

aural discrimination

cultural circumstances of music performance and consumption

elements of musical organisation in relation to content of written work

technical processes and demands of composition andor music performances

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

apply the principles of writing and communication to meet the requirements of musicwriting briefs

write a range of content for specific target audiences and within timeframes typical in an industry context

demonstrate a sound knowledge of grammar punctuation and writing styles

work collaboratively with others

work under pressure and meet deadlines

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to

wordprocessing software

variety of musicrelated information sources

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are appropriate for this unit

evaluation of content written by the candidate in response to a range of briefs

written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required knowledge section of this unit

case studies and scenarios as a basis for discussion of issues and challenges that arise in the context of writing about music

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

BSBWRTA Write persuasive copy

BSBWRT501A Write persuasive copy

CUFINDA Provide services on a freelance basis

CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis

CUSINDA Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement

CUSIND501A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement

CUSMLTA Apply concepts about the impact of music to professional practice

CUSMLT502A Apply concepts about the impact of music to professional practice

CUSMLTA Analyse music

CUSMLT601A Analyse music.

Relevant personnel may include:

Types of written material may include:

Factorsmay include:

Tone may include:

Publications may include:

Information sources may include:

Vocabulary may relate to elements, such as: