Assessor Resource

CUAWRT602
Edit scripts

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to edit scripts for a range of productions.

It applies to individuals at a senior level who collaborate with writers to assess, analyse, refine and rewrite scripts to final draft stage. They apply high-level skills in development of concepts, structure, dialogue and characterisation, and work in pressure situations to meet production requirements.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Assess scripts for editing

1.1 Identify relevant story elements appropriate to the type of production

1.2 Assess and apply relevant script-writing tools and techniques to script

1.3 Confirm original script concepts and document proposed changes

1.4 Schedule timelines and set deadlines for completion of the editing process

2. Edit scripts

2.1 Collaborate with writer to analyse and define writer’s vision and purpose of the story

2.2 Clarify required story elements, structure and intent

2.3 Confirm that script complies with laws and codes of practice relevant to broadcasting

2.4 Provide advice to meet conceptual, narrative, production and performance requirements, and negotiate amendments with writer

2.5 Use script writing and editing techniques to edit scripts as required

2.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

3. Finalise scripts

3.1 Liaise with relevant personnel to validate edited scripts

3.2 Discuss and agree on final changes with relevant personnel

3.3 Refine scripts as required and confirm they meet all requirements and are ready for production

Evidence of the ability to:

use script-writing tools and techniques to assess scripts

analyse script and discuss required changes with the writer

edit and finalise scripts to meet production requirements by agreed deadlines.

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:

explain the process of assessing scripts for editing

describe a range of script writing and editing tools and techniques to edit scripts for screen, media and performance contexts

describe features of texts that may indicate defamation, vilification or breaches of privacy, court reporting or intellectual property issues

outline health and safety requirements as they relate to working for periods of time on screens and keyboards

outline typical challenges that arise when editing scripts and describe ways to resolve them.

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:

a range of scripts for refinement

interaction with others

industry software.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Assess scripts for editing

1.1 Identify relevant story elements appropriate to the type of production

1.2 Assess and apply relevant script-writing tools and techniques to script

1.3 Confirm original script concepts and document proposed changes

1.4 Schedule timelines and set deadlines for completion of the editing process

2. Edit scripts

2.1 Collaborate with writer to analyse and define writer’s vision and purpose of the story

2.2 Clarify required story elements, structure and intent

2.3 Confirm that script complies with laws and codes of practice relevant to broadcasting

2.4 Provide advice to meet conceptual, narrative, production and performance requirements, and negotiate amendments with writer

2.5 Use script writing and editing techniques to edit scripts as required

2.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

3. Finalise scripts

3.1 Liaise with relevant personnel to validate edited scripts

3.2 Discuss and agree on final changes with relevant personnel

3.3 Refine scripts as required and confirm they meet all requirements and are ready for production

Evidence of the ability to:

use script-writing tools and techniques to assess scripts

analyse script and discuss required changes with the writer

edit and finalise scripts to meet production requirements by agreed deadlines.

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:

explain the process of assessing scripts for editing

describe a range of script writing and editing tools and techniques to edit scripts for screen, media and performance contexts

describe features of texts that may indicate defamation, vilification or breaches of privacy, court reporting or intellectual property issues

outline health and safety requirements as they relate to working for periods of time on screens and keyboards

outline typical challenges that arise when editing scripts and describe ways to resolve them.

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:

a range of scripts for refinement

interaction with others

industry software.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify relevant story elements appropriate to the type of production 
Assess and apply relevant script-writing tools and techniques to script 
Confirm original script concepts and document proposed changes 
Schedule timelines and set deadlines for completion of the editing process 
Collaborate with writer to analyse and define writer’s vision and purpose of the story 
Clarify required story elements, structure and intent 
Confirm that script complies with laws and codes of practice relevant to broadcasting 
Provide advice to meet conceptual, narrative, production and performance requirements, and negotiate amendments with writer 
Use script writing and editing techniques to edit scripts as required 
Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time 
Liaise with relevant personnel to validate edited scripts 
Discuss and agree on final changes with relevant personnel 
Refine scripts as required and confirm they meet all requirements and are ready for production 

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