Details for Work effectively in the music industry

Work, whether voluteered or paid, is ALL about relationships!  This unit addresses the roles and responsibilities of people you are dealing with (or will have to deal with) as a musician/singer.  Communication skills, negotiation skills and an understanding of relevant contracts/agreements will all be addressed in a profoundly practical and helpful manner.

Awards offering Work effectively in the music industry

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

• Certificate III in Music (Australian Skills Quality Authority)

Unit Content

Curriculum Objective

Module Description

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work effectively in the music industry. These include relationship building, negotiation techniques, work prioritisation and personal development.

Module Application

This unit address the specific elements related to working effectively in the music industry. It helps to identify trends and emergent technologies in the music industry and critically think about how these can be incorporated into own work practice. It works to encourage the student to develop ideas, liaise with relevant people in the music industry, share ideas with them, listen to and acknowledge feedback, and finally, to effectively carry out work in the music industry.

It applies to individuals, including musicians, composers, administrators, sound mixers, editors and recordists.

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