TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Screen and Media
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Make a start on your career in the media with this entry-level course. This qualification will give you the foundation skills needed to work in a number of assistant roles in radio, film, sound, media, and web design.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as performing arts technicians — including camera operators, lighting technicians, and sound technicians — grew very strongly over the past five years. Stable future growth is expected in this occupational area with employers looking for workers who are reliable, work well in a team, and have a strong work ethic.
Learn the practical skills and knowledge to create content for a range of media and visual design components, follow the design process, and develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills. Our highly experienced and passionate teaching team have years of industry experience and will give you the one-on-one guidance needed to prepare you for a career in media.??
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work in a variety of roles as either a community radio programmer or presenter, camera and lighting assistant, sound technician, media professional, or web designer. It will also give you the core skills needed to undertake further study in the field.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 66 Ernest Street, South Brisbane
- 91 Windsor Road, Nambour
- 50 Waterway Drive, Coomera
- 1030 Cavendish Road, Mt Gravatt
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Screen and Media will prepare you for the following roles.
Camera Assistant
A Camera Assistant helps to operate camera equipment in film or television productions. You might be required to set up the equipment before produc...
Production Assistant
A Production Assistant supports other crew members working on film, television or stage productions. Your tasks will vary depending on the project...
Junior Animator
A Junior Animator assists with the creation of animated stories or messages. You might prepare storyboards or illustrated plans for an animation an...
Junior Video Editor
A Junior Video Editor assists with the creation of video productions including television, advertisements, film and other video segments. You might...
Assistant Editor
An Assistant Editor works as part of the editing team on a film or television production. You’ll put footage, audio, music and special effects toge...
Brand Designer
Brand Designers are responsible for an organisation’s visual identity and branding. They oversee the development of logos, icons, corporate colours...
Wedding Photographer
A Wedding Photographer takes photos at a wedding ceremony or reception. You might also take professional pictures of the bride, groom and bridal pa...
Videographer
A Videographer is responsible for capturing high-quality video footage for various projects, including events, corporate functions, promotional con...
Music Video Director
A Music Video Director oversees the creative vision, production, and filming of music videos. Their duties include collaborating with artists to de...
Post Production Manager
A Post Production Manager oversees the final stages of film and video production, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. T...
Technical Artist
A Technical Artist serves as a crucial link between the art and programming teams, ensuring that artistic vision is realised within the constraints...
Set Designer
A Set Designer is a creative professional responsible for conceptualising and creating the physical environment in which film, television, theatre,...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
