List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for camera shoots | 1.1 Confirm camera shoot requirements with relevant personnel 1.2 Take location features into account when organising and preparing equipment for shoots 1.3 Check equipment is clean and operational 1.4 Report equipment faults to relevant personnel 1.5 Check sufficiently charged batteries are available to meet production needs 1.6 Select required capture format and ensure sufficient supply for shoots |
2. Assist with camera set-up on location | 2.1 Use safe handling techniques when lifting camera and other equipment 2.2 Check camera and other equipment is safely secured 2.3 Under direction, assist with positioning camera to achieve required shots 2.4 Safely connect cables and camera to power source as required 2.5 Assist with final check of equipment prior to shoot and report faults to relevant personnel 2.6 Label and load capture media 2.7 Check camera tilt and pan functions |
3. Set up lighting | 3.1 Mount lighting equipment, following safety guidelines 3.2 Run lighting cables and connect safely to power sources 3.3 Position lights to achieve required effect as directed 3.4 Adjust focus and angles of lights as required 3.5 Install colour frames and gels according to lighting requirements |
4. Shoot video | 4.1 Adjust and move equipment as required 4.2 Operate clapperboard if needed 4.3 Operate camera according to manufacturer's guidelines and instructions 4.4 Shoot and record sequences as directed 4.5 Timecode recording of takes with descriptions as required |
5. Wrap up shoots | 5.1 Clean and pack equipment using safe lifting techniques 5.2 Check all equipment is accounted for and report faults to relevant personnel 5.3 Label recordings correctly and complete relevant documentation 5.4 Leave location in original condition and check there are no adverse effects to the site 5.5 Review and reflect on own performance and note areas for improvement |
Evidence of the ability to:
assemble required camera equipment and accessories in readiness for shoots
connect cabling for equipment to power sources
assist others with setting up and testing cameras and lighting for basic camera shoots
follow workplace safety and security procedures
operate a basic camera to shoot video under direction
assist with clearing locations and packing equipment at the conclusion of shoots.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
describe the type of cameras and lighting equipment used in lowend productions
outline the full range of functions typically found on cameras employed in lowend productions and how they are used
describe the type of lighting used for shooting low-end productions
identify key personnel involved in low-end video productions
describe work health and safety procedures that apply to working under direction on camera shoots.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:
basic camera and lighting equipment
a range of locations
interaction with others.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.