CUASOU421 — Mix audio for live productions

1 Prepare for live audio mixing

• 1.1Review production documentation and confirm scope of audio mixing requirements with required personnel
• 1.2Determine acoustic and dynamic requirements of live production
• 1.3Check that audio equipment is set up and operational in line with production requirements
• 1.4Anticipate problems that could arise during live production and develop mitigation strategies with required personnel

2 Undertake pre-production operations

• 2.1Match interfaces between audio and destination according to level, impedance, phase and frequency
• 2.2Line check inputs and outputs for continuity and patching, and route test signals to required signal paths according to requirements
• 2.3Perform time and phase alignment of audio equipment
• 2.4Establish mix to be used in live production that produces required levels, dynamics, tonal balances and frequency response
• 2.5Discuss and resolve technical problems with required personnel
• 2.6Complete audio check and document changes according to organisational requirements

3 Mix audio sources live

• 3.1Adjust signal control of level, equalisation and dynamic parameters, and confirm sound mix is balanced
• 3.2Apply effects according to production requirements
• 3.3Produce transitions between sound signals that create required effect
• 3.4Confirm that level of composite signal is within technical limits and required dynamic range
• 3.5Monitor noise levels according to venue and authority requirements
• 3.6Resolve audio operational problems within required timeframe during live production

4 Complete post-production operations

• 4.1Power down and disassemble equipment according to venue requirements and safe work practices
• 4.2Pack and store equipment and accessories according to venue requirements, safe work practices and production requirements
• 4.3Clean work environment after use and restore environment to pre-production condition
• 4.4Contribute to team evaluation of live production and seek feedback from required personnel on own work performance
• 4.5Develop and implement strategies aimed at improving own and overall audio operation

What does an assessment tool for CUASOU421 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for CUASOU421 needs to address all 40 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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