Entertainment Exam Section 2 by Michael Tabrett

2018

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:14:32 UTC

Question 16 (5 marks)
A school entertainment crew has been advised it will need to set up audio and portable staging equipment on a basketball court for a formal school assembly with a guest speaker. The following audio equipment is required for this assembly. • 1 × wired microphone • 4 × passive speakers • 1 × audio mixing desk • 1 × laptop • 1 × amplifier

(a) Draw a labelled signal flow chart for this audio set-up. 2

(b) Draw and label a stage plan showing how the audio and portable staging equipment could be positioned for the set-up of this formal school assembly. 3

2017

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:17:30 UTC

Question 16 (6 marks)
(a) Outline the differences between a cyclorama and a scrim. 2
- cyclorama a large wall or curtain in the back to act as a background
- Scrim: Mosquito like fabric which could also be used for special effects
(b) Describe the safe work procedures and practices relating to the installation of scenic elements above the stage. 4
- The person would have to be wear safety gear when they are needed such as a hard helmet and harness if the person might fall to the void. The employee is to be trained in the safety requirements to reduce the amount of risk doing this. If they fall there might be a net to know that they would considered to be safe.

2017

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:19:43 UTC

Question 17 (6 marks)
(a) Identify the specific equipment required to send a signal from a radio microphone to an audio mixing console. 2

- Radio microphone receiver ( this is the device that 'receives the radio signal from the microphone)
- XLR cable (cable used to connect the receiver to the audio console)

(b) Describe the functions of the pre-fade and post-fade auxiliary channels on an audio mixing console. 4
- A pre-fade auxiliary channel is a way in which to direct the signal path from the source - eg. microphone - to an location in addition to the main output speakers eg. Pre-fade Aux channel is a way to direct sound to a monitor speaker.
- A Post-fade auxiliary channel is a way to direct sound to an effects processor (eg. compressor / G.E.Q), before returning it to a the main outputs

2018

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:22:42 UTC

Question 17 (6 marks)
(a) One LED lighting fixture in a chain of LED fixtures is receiving power but not responding. What technical steps should be taken to rectify this issue? 2
(b) A tungsten lighting fixture is not functioning. Describe the troubleshooting procedures that should be undertaken to identify possible causes. 4

2018

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:26:13 UTC

Question 18 (13 marks)
A local production company is planning to use a park for a free outdoor theatrical performance in summer.
(a) Outline potential hazards that could affect the employees at this event. 3
(b) Explain how the risk hierarchy should be used to control potential hazards to ensure safety at this event. 5

2017

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:27:14 UTC

Question 18 (5 marks)
Arguments are occurring backstage during the technical rehearsal of a school musical because different members of the crew have been given conflicting instructions by different people. Describe the strategies that the crew can use to manage this situation effectively. 5
To resolve a conflict between the crew, strategies such as listening, agreeing, negotiating, mediation, escalating it to manager can be used depending on the situation. For example in the situation of a conflict at the backstage between the students in the crew at a school musical due to unclear instruction given, the first step of resolving this issues can be both parties stating the problem and issue while the other is actively listening and trying to work out an agreement of agree to a mutual term, if not, refer back to the person who gave out the instruction to check what needs to be performed and exactly what is needed to be done/ give new instruction again in a clearer manner. If this still does not solve the problem, refer the case can be escalated to a manager or a independent third party so both sides gets an fair result of resolving the problem.

2017

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:35:19 UTC

Question 19 (6 marks)
(a) Describe the work health and safety consultation process a Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) is required to follow. 3
- All PCBU"s should act in a way so as to foster a cooperative, consultative relationship between themselves and workers on their health, safety and welfare at work.
- All PCBU's should co-ordinate a safety induction for workers in any new venue or for any new project. This safety induction should inform workers on how to avoid risk and injury, and outline emergency procedures
- Your PCBU is required to consult with you on a range of matters that may directly affect your health and safety.
(b) A lighting technician has noticed a lighting fixture has tripped a circuit breaker and the insulation on the power cable has melted. Describe the safe work procedures that the lighting technician should follow in this situation.
- LO should immediately inform their supervisor and other crew of the risk and isolate area.
- LO should switch of power supply to circuit from the main power supply.
- Once power has been disconnected and the fixture is cool, LO should disconnect fixture from the power point.
- LO should dispose of fixture and report incident of failure.

2018

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-11 04:36:20 UTC

Question 19 (11 marks)
An entertainment industry trade show is being held at a convention and exhibition centre. The event involves presentations by industry professionals as well as exhibitors demonstrating their latest products and services.
(a) Outline strategies that event organisers could use to effectively communicate with the exhibitors to ensure the exhibitors’ requirements are met for the trade show. 3
(b) Describe how a vision system could be set up to show promotional videos and slides displaying venue information in multiple locations at the trade show. 3
(c) During bump-in for the trade show, one of the exhibitors is dissatisfied wit their allocated space and extends their equipment so that it blocks the public thoroughfare. Explain how organisers could manage this situation effectively. 5

2016

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 05:49:05 UTC

Question 16 (5 marks) (a) Identify TWO personal presentation standards expected of a front-of-house worker. 2
(b) How can effective teamwork be achieved by front-of-house staff? .. 3

2016

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 05:50:39 UTC

A vision system technician is required to set up a digital media exhibit in a small art gallery. (a) How would the vision system technician determine the vision equipment requirements for this exhibit? 2
(b) Outline the technical considerations the vision system technician should take into account when installing the equipment for this event. 3

2016

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 05:52:11 UTC

A production team has been contracted to provide event management for a charity concert. Describe effective strategies that can be used by the production team to provide quality customer service to the different types of customers involved in this event. 5

2016

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 05:53:27 UTC

2016 part 1

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 06:12:40 UTC

Question 20 (7 marks) (a) Describe the role of the stage manager during a rehearsal. 3
- mark up the rehearsal space to show actors where the scenery will be positioned and how much space they have
- be main support person for director and record any wishes they have during the rehearsal relating to the production
- observe the movements of actors and consider any issues re positioning of scenery.
- annotate the Prompt Copy with cue points as per directors instructions

2016 part 2

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-17 06:20:15 UTC

2015

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:09:00 UTC

Question 16 (6 marks) A concert that includes soloists, bands and choirs is being held in a residential area.
(a) What information should be obtained from key industry bodies or authorities when organising this concert? 2
(b) The morning after the concert, a local resident telephones the event organiser to complain about the concert. What communication techniques should the event organiser use to effectively deal with this complaint? 4

2015

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:10:03 UTC

(a) Lee is applying for a position as a junior technical officer. Where would Lee find accurate and reliable information regarding this role? 2
(b) Lee’s professional goal is to become head of a technical department in the future. Describe what Lee can do to achieve this goal. 3
(c) The technical department where Lee works is a culturally diverse workplace. What strategies can Lee use to work effectively with others in this department? 4

2015

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:11:54 UTC

2015

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:29:05 UTC

Question 19 (4 marks) Outline the short-term and long-term work health and safety issues associated with incorrect movement and storage of production equipment. 4
- Workers can be injured when moving equipment in an incorrect fashion. For example lifting heavy objects without proper technique can cause back injury
- Storing equipment in an organised fashion leads to less injuries. For example, leaving cables and other equip around causes trip hazards. Overloaded shelving can lead to items falling from height.

2014

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:31:41 UTC

Question 16 (7 marks)
(a) Outline the information that a crew member would need prior to installing a portable stage. 3
(b) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using portable staging for an outdoor event. 4

2014

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:32:33 UTC

2014

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:36:05 UTC

Question 18 (10 marks)
(a) Outline the purpose of an employee’s individual role statement. 2
- employees individual role statement outlines all essential required aspects to a job that can be considered the main responsibility of this worker
(b) Describe the possible effects on a stage crew if a team member does not fulfil their role. 3
- team work is an essential element in productions where each job being done correctly and in a timely manner influences the outcome of following activities and the outcome of the whole production. Other workers may need to work harder and/or put their safety at risk to compensate for one worker not fulfilling their role
(c) Explain how a stage manager should conduct a meeting with a member of the stage crew who is not fulfilling their role. 5

- A stage manager should consider discussing with the worker the consequences of their inaction including termination of employment if it continues. Furthermore, the SM should provide support for an improvement program and/or mentoring and/or additional training such as in time management and prioritisation for the worker. Also, the SM should establish whether the worker is behaving is such a way from feeling isolate or bullied by another worker, and if so, look to give support and remediate that conflict.

2014

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:37:24 UTC

Question 19 (5 marks)
(a) Outline possible consequences on employees of poor stage lighting equipment maintenance. 2 (b) Describe the possible consequences of poor maintenance of stage lighting equipment on an employer. 3

2014

michael_tabrett — 2019-09-18 03:38:12 UTC

Question 20 (6 marks)
(a) Identify the essential components of a sound system to be used in a school hall. 2
(b) Identify an audio fault which could occur in a school hall sound system and describe the procedures to rectify it. 4