THS 3005 Issues in Professional Development B

STAFFING:

REQUISITES:

RATIONALE:

Upon graduating most students will seek employment in the entertainment industry. A thorough knowledge and contextualisation of that industry is essential to ensure exiting students are work-ready.

SYNOPSIS:

This course seeks to inform exit level students of the responsibilities, obligations and opportunities available for entertainment professionals in Australia. Students will examine the role of agents, contract law as it applies to practitioners, equity and access for performers as well as undertaking a broad investigation into the areas of work generation, self promotion, financial grants and further employment and/or study opportunities.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1. make informed decisions regarding self-generation of work as a professional entertainer (Assessment item, Exercises, Simulated Interview, etc refers);
2. prepare and present an audition and or screen test to professional standard (Assessment item, Mock Audition refers);
3. demonstrate an informed awareness of the various roles and personnel associated with employment as a professional entertainment industry worker (Assessment item, Exercises, Simulated Interview, etc refers);
4. prepare and present a full curriculum vitae (Assessment item, Exercises, Simulated Interview, etc refers);
5. demonstrate an articulate presentation of self in the context of an interview (Assessment item, Exercises, Simulated Interview, etc refers).

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

Compilation of a book of readings

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

Australian Performing Arts Directory 2005 Edition Performance Media

Current Australia Council Annual Report - Theatre Board and Community Cultural Development Board

Current Queensland Arts Council Report

Current Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Annual Report

MEEAA Awards

Other materials recommended by lecturer

www.dramabookshop.com. Search auditions; casting agents.

www.amazon.com. Search auditions; casting agents.

STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

1.

Due dates are provided at first class meeting of the term when guest examiners and performance dates have been finalised. Dates for submission of assignments will depend on dates of performances and availability of industry professionals and will be based on access and equity criteria.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the student's responsibility to attend and participate appropriately in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, assigned production duties, rehearsals and public productions) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item. Dates for submission of assignments will depend on dates of performances and availability of industry professionals and will be based on access and equity criteria.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by: (i) satisfactorily completing the examination, submitting all assignments and (ii) obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment items and (iii) satisfactorily completing all assigned production duties in public productions.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Students will ensure sufficient financial resources for field trips and head shots. Inclusion in showcase is highly recommended.