TAFE SA
12 months
Master the technical and creative skills needed to work behind the scenes in theatre, film, and TV production. This 12-month diploma covers stage management, lighting design, audio operations, set construction, and production management for aspiring technical professionals.
Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment (LLND) and hold a Certificate IV in a Live Production and Technical Services related area, OR provide a CV or supporting letters from industry professionals confirming your abilities, OR submit a portfolio demonstrating skills in at least one technical area. Completion of a White Card licence course is a mandatory safety requirement.
Core units include: Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge, Establish and maintain safe creative practice, Manage complex projects, and Manage people performance. Elective units cover specialised areas such as stage managing and calling performances, costume design, prop design and construction, set design and construction, lighting design and operation, audio mixing and wireless operations, vision systems operation, show control systems, production design realisation, and bump in/bump out management. Students select electives based on their chosen specialisation: Stage Management, Live Design, or Technical Production.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider with 90% of graduates satisfied with overall training quality and 87% recommending their training. The Adelaide College of the Arts offers hands-on, industry-focused education with experienced lecturers and access to professional theatre facilities, ensuring students gain practical skills directly applicable to the creative industries.
Graduates can pursue careers as Stage Managers, Head Audio/Lighting/Staging Technicians, Leading Hand Set Builders, Props Makers, or Scenic Artists. This qualification opens doors to employment in theatre companies, film and television production, live events, exhibitions, and creative arts organisations. The skills and knowledge gained provide a foundation for advancement into senior technical and management roles within the entertainment and creative industries.
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