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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Advanced Occupational Certificate: Media/Programme Content Production Manager |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
121157 | Advanced Occupational Certificate: Media/Programme Content Production Manager | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
Development Quality Partner - MICTSETA | ||||
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY | NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK | |||
- | OQSF - Occupational Qualifications Sub-framework | |||
QUALIFICATION TYPE | FIELD | SUBFIELD | ||
Advanced Occupational Cert | Field 04 - Communication Studies and Language | Communication Studies | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 241 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 06 | Regular-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Registered | EXCO 0820/23 | 2023-11-14 | 2028-11-14 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2029-11-14 | 2032-11-14 |
In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise. |
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. |
PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION |
Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare a learner to function as a Media/Programme Content Production Manager. A Media/Programme Content Production Manager organises, co-ordinates and manages the production of Audio-Visual media content, Television Programme content and/or Radio Programme content and assist with the day-to-day delivery of the media/programmes on various platforms. A qualified learner will demonstrate the following key attributes: organiser and coordinator, stress tolerance, integrated planner, effective communicator, complexity thinker, team manager and a creative multitasker. A qualified Learner will be able to: Rationale: This qualification is the result of a participative process initiated by the MICT SETA and aims to re-align the current legacy qualification, National Certificate: Radio Station Management. The revised qualification will contribute towards building the sector and it will serve the community and the economy in the sense that it will provide career opportunities for the currently unemployed youth. The growth of the media content development industry impacts across a wide range of other sectors where support services are provided. This qualification is targeted to provide a platform to further facilitate the professionalisation of an important sector within the communication and entertainment industry. The creation of media and programme content for audio-visual, radio and television is a growing niche market within a very active, growing, and lucrative global industry. South Africa is already globally accepted as a provider of quality content for the radio, television and film industry. We have proven ourselves as a cost efficient and quality driven partner to the global industry. The industry is continuing to grow, and the evolution of new technologies is enabling the growth of the opportunities within the industry. The new technologies are also facilitating a merging of the skills requirements that traditionally separated the focus areas of Radio, Television and Film. To capitalise on these opportunities, it is exceedingly important that we build our ability to produce quality and relevant content in a cost efficient and professional manner. This qualification targets the capacitation of the management cadre within the media/programme content production sector. There are currently several qualifications aimed at the technical components of the media/programme content production processes but there is only the one legacy qualification that address the specific management competencies. This qualification will be replaced by the new qualification and, where the current qualification is limited to Radio this one will cover the full spectrum of media content development opportunities. This qualification is unique in the sense that it contextualises the generic management competencies within this complex and very diverse sector. The qualification will also create a potential springboard for further development into specialised senior positions within the industry, such as: Media and Marketing Research Manager, Managing Producer etc. The typical learners who will take up this qualification are firstly current employees already in these occupations who want to obtain a recognised qualification for professional recognition. Secondly the qualification will be attractive to new entrant into the industry serving in various technical capacities and will open doors for these employees to entrench themselves into an attractive and growing career. As far as the overall community is concerned the qualification will assist with building an important sector within the entertainment, news, and advertising sector and this will cascade into a growth in related employment opportunities. The content of the qualification is aligned to global professional practices. Upon completion graduates may be required to be registered by the relevant professional body for professional recognition. |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
Knowledge Modules
10 Credits. 6 Credits. Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 76 Practical Skill Modules 12 Credits. Total number of credits for Practical Skill Modules: 69 Work Experience Modules Total number of credits for Work Experience Modules: 96 |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Administer and coordinate the smooth flow of Media content creation activities for Audio Visual, Television and/or Radio broadcasting use.
2. Demonstrate the ability to hire and manage a full range of staff that is required for the effective production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content. 3. Demonstrate the ability to procure and ensure availability of relevant resources for the effective production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content relevant to a range of operational requirements and delivery platforms. 4. Demonstrate the ability and knowledge to ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulatory requirements relevant to the production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content for a range of scripts/operational requirements and delivery platforms. 5. Manage the quality of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content production within a range of settings and delivery platforms. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
ELO 1: Administer and coordinate the smooth flow of Media content creation activities for Audio Visual, Television and/or Radio broadcasting use. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: ELO 2: Demonstrate the ability to hire and manage a full range of staff that is required for the effective production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: ELO 3: Demonstrate the ability to procure and ensure availability of relevant resources for the effective production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content relevant to a range of operational requirements and delivery platforms. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: ELO 4: Demonstrate the ability and knowledge to ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulatory requirements relevant to the production of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content for a range of scripts/operational requirements and delivery platforms. Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: ELO 5: Manage the quality of audio-visual, television and/or radio media/programme content production within a range of settings and delivery platforms. Integrated Assessment: Formative Assessment The skills development provider will use the curriculum to guide them on the stipulated internal assessment criteria and weighting. They will also apply the scope of practical skills and applied knowledge as stipulated by the internal assessment criteria. This formative assessment together with work experience leads to entrance in the integrated external summative assessment. Summative Assessment An external integrated summative assessment, conducted through the relevant QCTO Assessment Quality Partner is required for the issuing of this qualification. The external integrated summative assessment will focus on the exit level outcomes and associated assessment criteria. The assessment will be conducted through written assessment and the evaluation of practical tasks at decentralised approved assessment sites by a panel of assessors within a period of 1 day. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
This qualification was compared to the following international qualifications:
United Kingdom The Undergraduate Diploma in Production Management for Television, Film and digital media qualification is focused on building theoretical knowledge at a second-year graduate level. It ensures that appropriate practical industry experience of the planning, organization, execution, and delivery of Television content production in all genres are gained. The learning process associated with achieving the Diploma includes hands-on experience of analysing and managing production workflows and develops the key skillsets required to manage the content production. The qualification is registered on the United Kingdom qualifications framework as an undergraduate diploma. It provides learning on a global basis. The qualification specifies entry requirements for global students including students from South Africa. Applicants with a Grade 12 school qualification must have achieved an average grade of C in five subjects at higher grade for obtaining access to this diploma study. The qualification is delivered by the University of SALFORD over a three-semester period. The qualification structure consists of four taught modules, followed by a practice-based research project or dissertation. The modules are: Similarities Differences Australia The Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Production (CUA60620) can be achieved over a 24-month learning period. The Diploma is presented by, amongst other providers, the Adelaide College of Arts. For entry into this qualification the learner must have successfully completed year 12 of General education and prove proficiency in English Communication and have a sound grasp of mathematical principles. The qualification reflects the role of those who work in a wide range of screen, media and entertainment industry roles, including film, television, radio, production, presentation, specialist make-up services and interactive media environments. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include animation designer, screen writer, artistic director, director of photography, special effects designer, games designer, sound designer, producer (film and television), director, specialist make-up artist (creative), music director, program director, promotions and marketing manager, digital content manager, production manager, account executive, head of creative, and news director. The programme contains the following learning units. Core units Elective units Group D - General Similarities Differences Conclusion It can therefore be concluded that the Advanced Occupational Certificate compares favourably with these international examples, and it is specifically tailored towards the administrative and management aspects associated with media/programme content development. ARTICULATION OPTIONS This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal and vertical articulation options. Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: Diagonal: Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Multimedia Applications, NQF Level 7. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
This qualification provides opportunities for horizontal, vertical and diagonal articulation options.
Horizontal Articulation: ¿ Occupational Certificate: General Manager Public Service, NQF Level 6. ¿ Advanced Certificate in Journalism in Print and Digital Media, NQF Level 6. Vertical Articulation: ¿ Occupational Certificate: Physical Asset Manager, NQF Level 7. Diagonal Articulation: Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Multimedia Applications, NQF Level 7. |
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Qualifying for External Assessment:
To qualify for the external summative assessment learners must have a copy of a completed and signed Statement of Work Experience as well as proof of successful completion of the all the knowledge and practical skill modules specified in the curriculum or through the Recognition of Prior Learning Process (RPL). Additional Legal or Physical Entry Requirements: Criteria for the accreditation of providers The curriculum title and code are: Media/programme content Production Manager: 265410-001-00-00. Encompassed Trade: Assessment Quality Partner (AQP) LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION None |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source. |