This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of those who work in a wide range of screen, media and entertainment industry roles, including film, television, radio, production, presentation, specialist make-up services and interactive media environments.
They apply specialised knowledge in a range of contexts to undertake advanced skilled work. They will have specialised technical and theoretical knowledge with depth in one or more fields of work. They are often accountable for team outcomes, however also work autonomously at a high level.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include animation designer, screen writer, artistic director, director of photography, special effects designer, games designer, sound designer, producer (film and television), director, specialist make-up artist (creative), music director, program director, promotions and marketing manager, digital content manager, production manager, account executive, head of creative, and news director.
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
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Financial help
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Government funding is not available for this course.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
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On-the-job training
- Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Qualification only:
18 months – 2 years
- Qualification only:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Engage in the business of creative practice | Core |
| Establish and maintain safe creative practice | Core |
| Evolve ideas for professional creative work | Core |
| Work professionally in the creative arts industry | Core |
| Apply critical thinking for complex problem solving | Elective |
| Audition and select performers | Elective |
| Collaborate in professional creative projects | Elective |
| Collaborate on the design of broadcasting facilities | Elective |
| Collaborate with editors during post-production | Elective |
| Coordinate testing of interactive media products | Elective |
| Create prosthetics for special make-up effects | Elective |
| Design and apply prosthetics for special make-up effects | Elective |
| Design and apply special make-up effects | Elective |
| Design and apply specialised make-up | Elective |
| Design digital applications | Elective |
| Design digital simulations | Elective |
| Design e-learning resources | Elective |
| Design events | Elective |
| Design games | Elective |
| Design information architecture | Elective |
| Design interactions | Elective |
| Design specifications for animation and digital visual effects | Elective |
| Design virtual and hybrid events | Elective |
| Design, apply and remove make-up | Elective |
| Develop and implement business plans | Elective |
| Develop and maintain strategic business networks | Elective |
| Develop lighting designs | Elective |
| Develop marketing plans | Elective |
| Develop organisational marketing strategy | Elective |
| Develop organisational strategies | Elective |
| Develop public relations campaigns | Elective |
| Develop sound designs | Elective |
| Develop storylines and treatments | Elective |
| Develop strategies for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment | Elective |
| Develop sustainability of own professional practice | Elective |
| Devise camera coverage | Elective |
| Direct cinematography for screen productions | Elective |
| Direct performers for screen productions | Elective |
| Direct rehearsals of performers | Elective |
| Direct screen production crews | Elective |
| Edit complex media productions | Elective |
| Edit scripts | Elective |
| Establish and maintain environmentally sustainable creative practice | Elective |
| Establish creative vision for screen productions | Elective |
| Establish innovative work environments | Elective |
| Extend expertise in a specialised art form to professional level | Elective |
| Implement sound designs | Elective |
| Lead and manage organisational change | Elective |
| Lead innovative thinking and practice | Elective |
| Make moulds and casts | Elective |
| Make wigs and hairpieces | Elective |
| Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events | Elective |
| Manage interactive media productions | Elective |
| Manage locations for media productions | Elective |
| Manage market research | Elective |
| Manage people performance | Elective |
| Manage personal and professional development | Elective |
| Manage production of sound designs | Elective |
| Manage production of sound recordings | Elective |
| Manage small-scale live productions | Elective |
| Operate master control | Elective |
| Originate a body of independent creative work | Elective |
| Originate and develop concepts | Elective |
| Perform primary and secondary colour correction | Elective |
| Plan and manage post-production activities | Elective |
| Plan and manage pre-production activities | Elective |
| Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets | Elective |
| Provide leadership across the organisation | Elective |
| Realise production designs | Elective |
| Realise productions | Elective |
| Refine sculptural techniques | Elective |
| Review and maintain organisation's digital presence | Elective |
| Undertake organisational training needs analysis | Elective |
| Write persuasive copy | Elective |
| Write scripts | Elective |
Job prospects
The Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Artistic Director
ANZSCO 212111
Artistic Directors determine and oversee implementation of artistic policies for performing arts organisations such as theatre companies, dance companies, music ensembles, festivals or venues.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Media Producer
ANZSCO 212112
Ensure that the production of media content runs smoothly; be the administrative lead during the production of entertainment, information or news and current affairs content.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Radio Presenter
ANZSCO 212113
Present radio programs related to news, sports or culture; conduct live or recorded interviews, introduce or curate music, commentate on current issues and compere special events.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Television Presenter
ANZSCO 212114
Television Presenters prepare and present news, sports or other information, conduct interviews, and introduce music, performances and special events on television.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Art Director (Film, Television or Stage)
ANZSCO 212311
Art Directors (Film, Television or Stage) plan, organise and control artistic aspects of film, television or stage productions.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)
ANZSCO 212312
Directors (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) interpret and approve selection of scripts, and direct and instruct cast and crew during filming, recording or performance of productions.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Cinematographer
ANZSCO 212313
Cinematographers plan, direct and coordinate filming to control the quality and style of photography in films or videos.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Film and Video Editor
ANZSCO 212314
Make and implement editorial decisions regarding mood, place and climax of films, television programs, video productions or commercials.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Program Director (Television or Radio)
ANZSCO 212315
Program Directors (Television or Radio) compile and direct programs for television or radio.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Stage Manager
ANZSCO 212316
Stage Managers plan, organise, supervise and coordinate the activities of workers responsible for placing sets and properties, and operating lighting and sound equipment as part of film, television or stage productions.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Technical Director
ANZSCO 212317
Technical Directors control the quality of pictures and sound for television or radio programs by directing technical teams and planning and organising technical facilities.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Video Producer
ANZSCO 212318
Video Producers create films, television programs, video productions or commercials by filming, adding sound and editing in digital or analogue format.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Other Film, Television, Radio and Stage Director
ANZSCO 212399
Other Film, Television, Radio and Stage Directors includes jobs like Audio Director, Casting Director, Lighting Director, and Location Manager (Film or Television).
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Game and Multimedia Developer
ANZSCO 261211
Game and Multimedia Developers create and manipulate computer animation, audio, video and graphic image files into multimedia programs to produce data and content for CD-ROMs, information kiosks, multimedia presentations, websites, mobile telephone resources, electronic gaming environments, e-commerce and e-security solutions, and entertainment and education products.
Recommended education level:
Bachelor degree or higher -
Light Technician
ANZSCO 399513
Light Technicians position and control lighting equipment for film, television or video productions or stage performances.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV -
Make Up Artist
ANZSCO 399514
Make Up Artists design and apply make up to actors, presenters and other performing artists.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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TAFE QUEENSLAND (RTO code 0275)
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AUSMUSIC LTD (RTO code 0109)
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Australian City Design College (RTO code 45353)
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Australian College of Make Up and Special Effects (RTO code 90910)
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Eduadvisor (RTO code 45459)
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International Screen Academy (RTO code 40725)
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LATROBE COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN (RTO code 22248)
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TAFE NSW (RTO code 90003)
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The Academy of Interactive Entertainment Ltd (RTO code 88021)
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WIN College (RTO code 91175)
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How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.