This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and manage pre-production and production operations in specialist areas, such as lighting, audio, vision systems, stage management, costume, sets, props, scenic art and staging. It involves planning, monitoring and executing production management procedures according to budgetary and timeline requirements.

The unit applies to those who display a high level of initiative and judgement as they take responsibility for managing the realisation of production concepts in their area of production expertise.

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