Video Production Manager Courses
A Video Production Manager oversees media content creation, coordinates filming, manages production teams, and ensures schedules are met.
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How do I become a Video Production Manager
Get qualified to work as a Video Production Manager with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
CUA41220
Learn how to produce innovative video content with the CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Film and Video Production). This nationally recognised qualification is perfect for camera operators, film editors, and digital artists. Your studies begin with a holistic introduction to the creative media industries in Australia, learning to work safely on-the-job and developing your own personal work priorities. You’ll then gain technical skills in video production: shooting material for screen productio...
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CUA51020
Become a film, radio or TV production manager with the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Production Management). This exciting qualification will teach you how to plan, schedule, shoot, and produce professional-level films and programs. The course begins with an introduction to the creative media industries in Australia, and you’ll gain a solid grounding in creative practice and team leadership. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to be hands-on in media production: coordinating media produ...
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How much does a Video Production Manager earn?
In Australia, a full time Video Production Manager generally earns $2,190 per week ($113,880 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Video Production Manager?
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable over the last five years. There are currently 7,000 people employed in media production in Australia and many of them specialise as a Video Production Manager. Video Production Managers may find work in all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Video Production Manager?
If you’re planning a career as a Video Production Manager, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Screen and Media (Production Management). This course will give you the skills to plan, schedule and produce media with subjects including coordinating media production services and resources, undertaking project work, managing media assets, editing complex media productions and overseeing post production.
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A Video Production Manager organises the creation of media content for television, film or online productions. You’ll coordinate filming schedules and ensure all areas of production are available, including performers, hair and make up, wardrobe and technical crews. Video Production Managers may also be involved in post production work such as editing or adding special effects.
Video Production Managers should have strong technical abilities and be able to solve production problems as they arise. You’ll need to communicate well and display strong leadership skills. Video Production Managers should be creative and able to come up with ideas quickly. It’s important that you are organised and can follow production briefs and schedules.
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