Required skills

communication teamwork and literacy skills sufficient to

work collaboratively as a member of a production team

understand and carry out instructions and creative directions as required

interpret and complete production documentation

technical skills sufficient to operate a range of professional camera lighting and audio equipment

problem solving skills in the context of anticipating and addressing equipment setup problems

selfmanagement skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of production and postproduction personnel

broadcast language and terminology

issues and challenges that arise in the context of shooting material for screen productions

different image capture formats and their uses

basic framing techniques and methods of composition

cameratosubject practice ie lens to eye line crossing the line matching shots

characteristics of commonly used microphones and audio equipment

the effect of different light sources diffusion materials filters and reflectors on the lighting environment which includes both talent and set

types of artificialintroduced light sources available to camera operators

basic principles of lighting eg key fill and back light

basic concepts and techniques of cable handling and compatibility with other equipment

OHS procedures particularly as they relate to shooting on location

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 within production deadlines

ability to work effectively as a team member and under direction

ability to provide ideas to assist with capturing the desired style of moving image

ability to operate a range of professional video camera equipment and accessories

ability to set up lighting as directed

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to a functional set of equipment based on items listed in the range statement Equipment must be sufficient to enable the compilation of a portfolio of screen material shot in different locations including exterior daytime interior night shoots stormy weather

that the candidate demonstrates competency in shooting material for screen productions within a production environment over a period of time

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

evaluation of a range of screen content shot by the candidate to determine whether production requirements have been met

observation of the candidate setting up and operating camera and lighting equipment on location

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

CUSSOUA Assist with sound recordings

CUSSOU201A Assist with sound recordings.

Production and post-production requirements may relate to:

Equipment and accessories may include:

Shoots may include:

Batteries may include:

Capture media may include:

Production may include:

Lighting may include:

Personnel may include:

Locations may include:

Documentation may include:

Shots may include:

Power sources may include:

Lenses may include:

Filters may include:

Camera movements may include: