This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with planning, organising and rehearsing productions. It involves confirming roles with required personnel, assisting the running of dress rehearsals, and assisting with production operations.

The unit applies to those who work in assistant roles with limited supervision and who may be responsible for the output of others. They work to instructions or plans developed by production personnel, such as directors, stage managers, lighting designers, costume managers and producers.

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