Screen Careers: Sound Assistant course
October 6 - October 10
Sound Assistant course for Female & Non-Binary Crew
Presented by: Screenwest and Screen Careers
What’s the workshop about?
Sound is one of the most critical yet under-recognised parts of screen production — and sound assistants are in high demand. This intensive 5-day practical training program is designed exclusively for women and non-binary crew looking to upskill or re-train as sound assistants. Presented by Screenwest and Screen Careers.
This program addresses a national skills gap while driving greater gender equity in sound departments, a field traditionally dominated by men. By building the capacity of underrepresented crew, we are helping to create a stronger, more inclusive WA screen industry.
Led by Sue Kerr, one of Australia’s most experienced boom operators and endorsed by the Australian Screen Sound Guild, the course combines hands-on training, industry insights, and practical set skills. Participants will gain the confidence and technical knowledge to step onto professional productions.
Following the course, Screen Careers provides 3 months of follow-up support, including CV and cover letter guidance, job-hunting sessions, and targeted industry introductions. Graduates will also get 12 months membership of the Australian Screen Sound Guild and may be recommended for upcoming WA productions.
Sue Kerr: Sue is current Committee Member of the ASSG and a boom swinger with over 40 years experience across major films and television series such as Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024), The Fall Guy (2024), Prosper (2024), The Secrets She Keeps (2020–2022), Blaze (2022), Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022), Ruby’s Choice (2022), Total Control (2019), Frayed (2019), and Palm Beach (2019)
The Details
Experience level: Mid-Career Level
Eligibility: Only for Western Australia residents*
Length: October 6-10, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 5:00 PM AWST
Location: Perth, WA
Eligibility:
We are seeking female and non-binary applicants who demonstrate a clear commitment to building a career in location sound. Ideal candidates will already possess some basic technical aptitude, either through formal training or informal experience in sound, live events, music, theatre or adjacent fields. However, a strong passion and drive to work in this field is equally valued. Applicants should be ready to engage in intensive hands-on training and take proactive steps towards employment in the screen industry.
Places are limited (3–5 participants). Applications are open now for Western Australia-based female and non-binary sound practitioners ready to take the next step.
How to apply?
Read the application form below and spend a bit of time crafting your answers.
Fill in the details on the application form and upload your CV as a PDF.
We will carefully choose 5 people eligible to join the workshop.
As soon as we have the selected applicants, we will let everyone know the status of the application.
Once your application is accepted, Screen Career’s will get in touch with payment details to secure your spot.
Application Deadline:
Applications due by Thursday 25th September, 3pm AWST