Unit of competency Outline
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Manage distribution of music and associated products
Manage distribution of music and associated products
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMGT401
CUAMGT401
State Code
AWI44
AWI44
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the distribution of music in both physical and digital formats, as well as products associated with the music.It applies to individuals who are responsible for managing the process of distributing music and merchandise associated with an artist or act. The unit may apply to artists, musical publishers, digital distributors/aggregators in association with independent labels, as well as those who work in record companies.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Distribute physical products
- 1.1 Research traditional and new distribution models for music and associated products in consultation with people having appropriate expertise
- 1.2 Determine the range of physical products to be promoted, and develop strategies for their distribution in consultation with relevant people
- 1.3 Establish contracts for distribution, with rights and obligations of all parties explained
- 1.4 Manage processes to distribute physical products to retail outlets as required
- 1.5 Document and maintain records of products distributed
- 1.6 Distribute income from sales of products in line with contractual agreements
2. Manage digital distribution of music
- 2.1 Research digital distribution models for music and associated products in consultation with people having appropriate expertise
- 2.2 Communicate the different business models for digital distribution to artists, songwriters and composers
- 2.3 Communicate to artists, songwriters and composers their rights under a digital distribution deal
- 2.4 Develop strategies for digital distribution, and supply music in the required format
- 2.5 Contribute to the promotion of music and associated products using a range of media
- 2.6 Document and maintain records of music distributed
- 2.7 Distribute income from digital sales of products in line with contractual agreements
3. Evaluate distribution strategies
- 3.1 Assess the impact and effectiveness of distribution strategies
- 3.2 Evaluate cost and time benefits of different distribution strategies
- 3.3 Revise distribution strategies as required in consultation with relevant people
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2899 | CUSMGT401A | Manage distribution of music and associated products | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODG46 | CUAMGT411 | Manage distribution of music and associated products | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZN6 | CUA40915 | Certificate IV in Music Industry | Qualification |
| AZN0 | CUA50815 | Diploma of Music Industry | Qualification |