Overview

This module provides creative individuals the basic Know How to build a career out of what they are passionate about, whether they want to build a business around their lifestyle or gain experience by getting employed by a company. It covers the pricing, legal process, personal branding, work ethics to make sure you have the right tools to become successful in the industry.

Course Coverage

Legal Affairs

• Familiarize self with intellectual property
• Understand the scope and limitations of copyright
• Identify different types of business ownership
• Identify different legal forms and contracts
• Acquaint self with the rights and liabilities of creatives

Develop and Update Industry Knowledge

• Identify and access key sources of information on the industry
• Access, apply and share industry information
• Update continuously relevant industry knowledge

Participate in Workplace Communication

• Obtain and convey workplace information
• Participate in workplace meetings and discussions
• Complete relevant work-related documents

Work in Team Environment

• Describe team role and scope
• Describe work as a team member

Practice Career Professionalism

• Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals
• Set and meet work priorities
• Maintain professional growth and development

Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures

• Evaluate hazards and risks
• Control hazards and risks
• Maintain Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) awareness

Develop Self as an Artist

• Identify and apply strategies to develop appropriate skills in art practice
• Use discussion and evaluation opportunities to develop technical and conceptual skills
• Develop own style through exploring and experimenting with new ideas in making and/ or interpreting work

Provide Effective Customer Service

• Apply effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills to respond to customer needs
• Provide prompt and quality service to customer
• Handle queries promptly and correctly in line with enterprise procedures
• Handle customer complaints, evaluation and recommendations

Expected Output

• Simple Business plan
• Professional Resumes
• Sample Contracts
• Simple portfolio website and social media marketing account