Assessor Resource
CUFCAM301A
Shoot material for screen productions
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
Camera operators apply the skills and knowledge described in this unit. Their prime responsibility is to capture screen images using a range of video equipment.
Operators in this context generally work under direction but perform all camera, sound and lighting functions. Occasionally they will be assisted by a camera assistant or sound recordist. On occasion, they may be required to assist other camera operators with the movement and handling of cameras and cables.
Mainstream activities include shooting for news and current affairs, short documentaries, and corporate and training videos.
More specialised duties may include the capture of materials for animations and stop-motion animated productions.
Typically camera operators are employed by television stations, production houses or corporate video units. In addition, there is a growing body of camera operators who work on a freelance basis.
More complex skills associated with shooting television material on location, often as a one-person camera crew, are covered in:
CUFCAM401A Shoot a wide range of television content.
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to shoot screen material using a single-camera unit.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
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