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    Music and Production

    5 courses

    Live Production courses

    This is your chance to make the sights and sounds of performances come to life. Be part of the technical crew that builds the perfect on-stage set up ...

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    • Certificate IIILive Production and Technical Services

      CUA30420-01

      This course is your backstage pass to the world of live entertainment. Launch your career as a stage technician and learn the skills you need to work behind the scenes at concerts, clubs, theatres and conventions, to bring production to life.

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    • Certificate IIILive Production and Technical Services (Scenery and Props)

      CUA30420-02

      Develop your creative making skills when you build and construct set pieces and props for theatre, film, stage or TV. Apply design fundamentals to set and prop design and work on audio, lighting and vision production design for live events.

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    • Certificate IVLive Production and Technical Services (Scenery and Props)

      CUA40420-03

      Boost your creative skills in scenery and props design for live productions. You’ll learn to source materials, use tools, and assist in audio, lighting and visual design to build and assemble stage sets. Prepare for a dynamic career in the live production industry.

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    • Certificate IVLive Production and Technical Services

      CUA40420-01

      Shine a spotlight on a career in live production as you learn to use lighting, audio and show control equipment. Gain the skills you need to perform a wide range of roles including sound technician, lighting technician and production coordinator.

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    • DiplomaLive Production and Technical Services

      CUA50420-01

      Strengthen your practical and technical skills to take your production career to the next level. Get set to work behind the scenes in festivals, theatres and events and learn to collaborate with performers and production crew in this exciting industry.

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    Live production course information

    It’s easy to balance work and study with a TAFE NSW live production course.

    • Face-to-face courses at TAFE NSW are immersive and interactive and let you meet your peers in real life
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    Who is a live production course good for?

    It's your goal to be part of the sights and sounds that make up a spectacular live show. You like to be behind the scenes rather than centre stage. But you know that without you the show wouldn't come off near ...

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    Live production career paths

    Investing your time and energy into a live production course provides you with several great career options to choose from:

    • Front of house mixers are responsible for achieving the best sound quality during liv...
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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
    5. You will receive an email confirming your enrolment or application status

    If you need further assistance with your enrolment, contact TAFE NSW Student Services on 131 601 between 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

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