FSMP2-IK25 Industry Knowledge
FSMP2-IK25 Industry Knowledge
- Course description
- Course codeFSMP2-IK25
- Level of study5.2
- Program of studySound and Music Production 2 Composition
- Credits2,5
- Course coordinatorHerbrand Larsen, Audun Ofstad Borrmann
Whether the student want to pursue a self-employed artistic career, start a production company or seek to become an employee at an established media company, basic industry knowledge is required. In this course we explore some of the most important topics required to become self-sufficient in the music and audio for media industries. How do we create a simple budget for a project, how to apply for financial support, how do the money flow in the music business? How do we appear as serious professionals when applying for a job in the business, how do we price our own work compared to others?
This course will help prepare the students for a competitive professional environment where every form of employ, individual businesses, contract work and ordinary employment are represented, as well as income from project support and ownership in copyrighted material.
The candidate:
- Has knowledge of company forms and contracts
- Has knowledge of career opportunities
- Has introductory knowledge of basic business economics, accounting, VAT
- Has knowledge of pricing, valuation of own efforts and market adaptation
- Has knowledge of application writing
- Has knowledge of, and can reflect on values, norms and soft skills in the industry
- Can plan and carry out a portfolio preparation
The candidate:
- can apply vocational knowledge to practical and theoretical problems regarding the business and career side of practicing in the music and media industries
The candidate:
- understands the ethical principles that apply in the music and media industries
- has developed an ethical attitude to practicing their discipline
- can adjust to and carry out work based on the needs of selected target groups within the music and media industries
- can build relations with their peers across discipline boundaries and with external target groups
- can develop work methods, products and/or services relevant to practising the discipline
In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:
- Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
- Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
- Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
- Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
- Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
- Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
- Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
- Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.