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Upgrading your skills
When a young person gets their first job in the entertainment industry it is very important that further skill development continues. There are many different career opportunities and pathways which can be taken. It is very important that the young worker continues to upgrade their work skills. Much of the basic training will be in house training or ‘on the job’ training where skills are learnt through practical experience. Personal observation and experience will also increase the skill level of young workers, but once these skills are mastered the young worker should seek other avenues for professional development.
Basic research about the company is a good place to start. Much can be learnt by reading the company’s policy and procedure manuals. Informal discussions with more experienced colleagues can provide anecdotal information about workplace practices and the idiosyncrasies of different venues and equipment. Industry journals such as CX or EQ Magazine provide information about current trends in the entertainment industry, new and emerging technologies and some of the pitfalls of the industry.
Joining an industry association or organisation such as the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) is another way of keeping informed of the current issues relating to the entertainment industry. These organisations also inform members of problems and issues facing other members. Most associations have websites on the internet and email their members regular newsletters.
Industry functions such as awards ceremonies allow the young worker to make industry contacts. Other industry functions such as product launches and trade shows are another way for young workers to start networking in the industry. Who you ‘know’ in the entertainment industry is still very important in acquiring work. Trade shows such as Entech are valuable sources of further information about the industry. They often have industry seminars as part or their program.
Traineeships are a great way to start in the entertainment industry as trainees are given in house training, on the job experience and can gain a Certificate III qualification. This training is supplemented by compulsory attendance at training courses provided by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) such as TAFE or private colleges. These colleges and TAFEs also provide further training courses up to the level of Advanced Diploma.
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