Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

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

1. Participate in technical or creative run-throughs

1.1 Determine audio requirements in consultation with relevant personnel and with reference to production documentation

1.2 Ensure that equipment is positioned and ready for operation according to production requirements

1.3 Plot and run through cues on direction from relevant personnel and according to equipment, sequencing, timing and speed requirements

1.4 Implement appropriate changes to audio operations and document them according to organisational procedures

1.5 Communicate appropriate technical information to performers and presenters

2. Prepare for audio operations

2.1 Power up equipment at the appropriate time and check that it is working correctly

2.2 Complete audio check and implement and document adjustments according to organisational procedures

2.3 Promptly identify, rectify or refer equipment problems to relevant personnel as required

3. Operate professional audio equipment

3.1 Execute all audio cues according to running sheets or directions from colleagues

3.2 Promptly identify changes required during performances and modify cues as required to cater for unexpected events and minimise negative impact on performances

3.3 Operate console to produce the required technical level and tonal balances

3.4 Adjust equalisation for required tonal balance

3.5 Balance signal levels

3.6 Maintain overall audio level in line with the requirements of the environment

3.7 Play back audio effects at the required level through the appropriate speakers

3.8 Monitor equipment for correct operation throughout performances and resolve problems as required

4. Complete post-performance procedures

4.1 Safely power down equipment at the appropriate time according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

4.2 Identify and complete necessary equipment adjustments, including maintenance and re-setting as required in preparation for next performance

4.3 Update documentation as required and process according to organisational procedures

4.4 Evaluate effectiveness of audio operations with relevant personnel and note areas for future improvement

Skill

Performance Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1, 3.1, 4.1

Obtains information from written sources

Writing

1.4, 2.2, 4.3, 4.4

Updates documentation in relation to audio operations

Documents outcomes of evaluations

Oral communication

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.3, 3.1, 3.8, 4.4

Obtains information by listening and questioning

Uses clear language to contribute information and express requirements

Understands what to communicate, with whom and how in routine work situations

Numeracy

1.3

Performs calculations when plotting cues

Navigate the world of work

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

Identifies and follows procedures and expectations associated with own role

Understands the purpose of own role and associated responsibilities, and how they contribute to the work of others in the immediate work context

Demonstrates a commitment to improving own work performance through contributing to evaluations of audio operations

Interact with others

1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 2.3, 3.1, 4.4

Works collaboratively to identify and complete task requirements

Follows accepted communication practices and protocols

Get the work done

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3

Completes own tasks within required timeframes and in a logical sequence

Recognises and takes responsibility for addressing predictable, and some less predictable, problems in familiar work contexts

Understands when to take responsibility and when to notify others

Operates the full range of features of professional audio equipment

Uses standard word processing and spreadsheet applications to update production documentation