Required skills

communication skills sufficient to

form opinions about and discuss television presentation styles

project confidence while presenting to camera

initiative and selfmanagement skills sufficient to maintain onair persona in the event of equipment malfunction

willingness to receive and act on feedback about own performance

technical skills sufficient to read from an autocue

literacy skills sufficient to interpret and read aloud short scripted material

Required knowledge

basic principles of effective oncamera presentation

basic understanding of roles and responsibilities of television production personnel

industry terminology

OHS issues as they relate to vocal care and working in a television studio environment

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

ability to read scripted information in a natural way

effective oncamera presentation style

collaborative approach to work

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to video recording equipment

access to video playback equipment to enable evaluation of recorded scripts by candidate and others

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

observation of the candidate presenting to camera

written or verbal questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit

evaluation of recorded scripts to determine candidates ability to read information in a natural way

thirdparty reports tracking candidates progress on developing presentation techniques

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

CUFPPMA Plan and prepare programs

CUFPPM301A Plan and prepare programs.

Factors may include:

Presentation styles may include:

Scripted material may include:

Correct pronunciation of words may include:

Production personnel may include: