Certificate IV in Screen and Media

About the course

Build a foundation in screen and media while exploring different creative roles and production contexts. This Certificate IV helps you discover your niche through practical, industry-relevant learning in areas of media production and screen content. You’ll develop core skills and workflows used in contemporary media settings, preparing you for entry-level work or further study in the creative industries at certificate level. The programme provides practical media, writing, and presentation skills for paraprofessional communication roles.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue entry-level opportunities across the screen and media sector, supporting content creation and production activities. Typical pathways include assistant roles in video and screen production, production support, content editing assistance, and junior media operations in small studios, agencies, or in-house teams. This Certificate IV in Screen and Media supports early career development in Media & Communication at certificate level. Preparing graduates for media assistant, content support, and communication coordinator roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)