Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Plan for camera shoots | 1.1 Interpret specifications of brief 1.2 Identify and clarify with client any issues in relation to specifications, parameters and constraints in brief 1.3 Source and evaluate additional information pertinent to brief if required |
2. Prepare for camera shoots | 2.1 Select camera systems and accessories and lighting appropriate to purpose of shoot 2.2 Organise personnel, location and other requirements for photo shoots 2.3 Plan shoots confirming that health and safety and other relevant legal requirements are met 2.4 Set up cameras, lighting, accessories and props to meet production and safety requirements |
3. Capture images | 3.1 Adjust and calibrate settings for camera exposure and subject lighting consistent with image capture requirements 3.2 Capture images, taking into account the time-specific nature of action or movement of subjects 3.3 Review image capture process and techniques to ensure that requirements of brief are being met 3.4 Discuss work in progress with relevant personnel and modify approach as required 3.5 Complete work documentation as required 3.6 Complete image capture work within agreed timelines |
4. Complete post-shoot activities | 4.1 Dismantle work area after use and return to original condition 4.2 Clean and care for equipment according to manufacturer instructions 4.3 Report damage to equipment to relevant personnel according to enterprise procedures 4.4 Transport and store equipment according to workplace procedures |
This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.
Camera systems and accessories must include: | 20mm camera formats 35mm SLR cameras appropriate accessories for the above digital cameras. |
Evidence of the ability to:
interpret briefs for image capture work
apply a range of image capture techniques
use professional cameras and accessories to capture photo images according to the requirements of a brief
organise a camera shoot from set up to pack up.
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:
identify a range of professional camera systems and accessories, and explain their operations and functions
describe image capture techniques for different purposes
outline the capabilities of the range of camera exposure systems
explain the use of lighting to create various effects in photographic image capture
outline the styles and types of photographs or images that are required for different industry sectors
identify work space requirements for photo image capture work, including selection and set up of work space for particular types of photo image capture
outline issues that may arise in the context of photographic shoots, and how to deal with these
summarise work health and safety and other legal requirements that may apply to photo imaging 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:
professional cameras and accessories
photographic materials
suitable workspace.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
Observation Checklist