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2315 Media Producers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

2315 Media Producers

Plan, organise and review the production of audio content, theatre, live music and festivals and oversee the management of film and television productions.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

231531 Audio Producer

Plans and organises the creation and production of a diverse range of audio content, encompassing music recordings, radio broadcasts, audiobooks and podcast programs.

Specialisations

  • Music Producer
  • Radio Producer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans, coordinates and oversees audio production projects
  • Selects and arranges music, lyrics, sound effects and other audio elements
  • Records, edits, mixes and masters audio content
  • Collaborates with artists, musicians, writers and consults with other creative professionals
  • Ensures quality and consistency of audio and recording output
  • Troubleshoots technical issues during recording and editing process
Occupation

231532 Live Performance Producer

Plans, administers and reviews the production of theatre, live music and other live performance festivals.

Specialisation

  • Theatre Producer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops and pitches ideas for live performance productions
  • Secures funding, resources and oversees budgeting of live performance productions
  • Plans, organises and coordinates the production process from pre-production to presentation
  • Negotiates commissions, presentations, co-productions and tours
  • Hires and manages artists, performers, production staff and crew
  • Ensures live performance productions are completed on time and within budget
  • Coordinates marketing and promotion of live performance productions
  • Consults with agents, technical staff, production personnel and venues to ensure smooth running of performances
  • Reviews and evaluates performances to identify areas for improvement and strategies for future projects
Occupation

231533 Screen Producer

Oversees and manages all aspects of a film or television production.

Video game producers are excluded from this occupation. Video game producers are included in Occupation 273131 Digital Game Developer.

Specialisations

  • Executive Producer (Screen)
  • Film Producer
  • Line Producer
  • Post Producer
  • Television Producer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Discovers and develops underlying concepts or material and pitches ideas for screen productions
  • Secures funding and resources for screen productions and oversees budgets and schedules
  • Hires and manages artists, performers, production staff and crew
  • Oversees the screen production process from development and pre-production through to distribution
  • Consults with distributors, financiers, lawyers, broadcasters and other industry professionals
  • Develops strategies for future projects and monitors industry trends
  • May be responsible for overseeing various aspects of post-production