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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Use scanner to capture photo images
   • Source and identify appropriate photographic images according to requirements of photographic project brief
   • Discuss selection of images with relevant personnel, and check compliance with copyright conditions
   • Assess scanner features to confirm quality outcomes will meet brief requirements
   • Operate scanner according to manufacturer’s specifications
   • Use appropriate scanner settings to ensure image output meets production requirements
   • Transfer and store photographic image files to a computer using standard naming conventions
2. Use digital camera to create photo images
   • Clarify photographic project brief with relevant personnel
   • Assess digital camera features to ensure outcome will meet requirements of brief
   • Plan camera shots, taking into account lighting, framing, composition and other relevant factors
   • Load and operate digital camera according to manufacturer’s specifications
   • Consider digital camera focus, exposure and shutter speed to ensure image capture meets production requirements
   • Check photographic images meet brief requirements
   • Transfer and store photographic image files to a computer using standard naming conventions
3. Edit photo images
   • Load digital imaging software and import photo image source files
   • Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time
4. Manipulate and save digital images using designated digital imaging software
   • Create photo images that incorporate visual design and communication principles
   • Evaluate outcome for visual impact, effectiveness and fitness for purpose
   • Confirm images meet project requirements with relevant personnel
5. Prepare photo image assets
   • Save files in appropriate output format to meet platform requirements
   • Assign metadata tags if required
   • Group files logically in a folder system using standard naming conventions
   • Store files in share drive or repository for production team access

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

use a scanner and digital camera to capture images that satisfy project briefs

use digital imaging software and techniques, design and communication principles to produce images that meet project requirements

save and store files according to requirements.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

describe the features of a digital camera that are essential for creating images to the required standard

outline the basic techniques used to compose camera shots

explain how visual design and communication principles are are relevant to photography

explain safe work practices in relation to working on computers for periods of time

explain the procedure for checking copyright clearance.

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