Required skills

communication teamwork and organisational skills sufficient to

interpret production documentation relevant to camera operations

work collaboratively with other crew members

understand and follow instructions

technical skills sufficient to

make simple adjustments to and operate cameras and accessories typically used in lowend productions

safely connect cabling and equipment to power sources

literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to interpret written instructions and to label capture format accurately and in sequence

selfmanagement skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

problem solving skills sufficient to anticipate and deal with minor setup problems

Required knowledge

basic technical understanding of camera lighting and sound equipment used in lowend productions

full range of functions typically found on cameras used in lowend productions

basic principles of lighting egkey fill and back light

basic principles of lighting, e.g.key, fill and back light

roles and responsibilities of videotelevision production personnel

OHS requirements as they relate to working under direction on camera shoots in a range of locations

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 work effectively as a team member and take direction

ability to assist effectively in location setups

competent operation of cameras typically used in lowend productions

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to basic camera lighting and sound equipment

access to a range of varying locations and conditions

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 assisting with a basic camera shoot to determine whether correct procedures are followed and equipment is operated according to instructions

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

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFLGTA Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities

CUFLGT101A Apply a general knowledge of lighting to work activities.

Equipment may include:

Shoots may include:

Locations may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Capture formats may include:

Types of production may include:

Under direction may include direction from:

Power sources may include:

Documentation may include: