1. Assess digital camera qualities
   • Assess camera software compatibility with hardware systems and select appropriate software for the production
   • Match pixel resolution of the camera to the required quality and resolution of outcome
   • Check the RAM capacity of the camera to see that it is appropriate to the number of images required to be captured
   • Assess shutter speed, focal lengths and camera feature modes as suitable to the quality of and use of photographic image required
   • Handle and store lithium batteries in accordance with occupational health and safety requirements
2. Photograph and upload a digital image
   • Consider focus and exposure in operation of the digital camera to ensure capture of image meets production requirements
   • Ensure correct use of digital image software including entering and exiting the selected software
   • Save and retrieve digital photographs using designated file formats
   • Load and operate the digital camera in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and appropriate to the quality of image to be photographed
   • Upload the IBM-PC or Macintosh card interface/disk onto the relevant computer and save the image on hard disk
   • Create and store photographic image files of the computer in accordance with software procedures
   • Enhance, crop and alter photographic images electronically to deliver the required image
   • Check photographic images for fitness of purpose to comply with specifications
   • Assess photographic images for the relevant delivery mode (print, CD-ROM, visual appeal and effectiveness) and deliver appropriately
3. Incorporate digital photography into a multimedia sequence
   • Create graphics that incorporate the principles of design using the designate software
   • Edit, enhance, amend and save digital images using the designated software
   • Combine digital images into a designated multimedia sequence
   • Integrate digital images into a designated multimedia sequence
   • Evaluate the outcome for visual impact, effectiveness and fitness for purpose

Not applicable

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of and skills in

basic principles of photography and visual design

knowledge of selected digital image software

ability to interpret a brief

knowledge of the limiting factors of computer hardware

knowledge of computers and computer operating systems

interpreting simple scripts texts specifications and instructions

interpreting and communicating production specifications

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to the following units and combined training delivery andor assessment is recommended

CUFMEMA Apply principles of visual designcommunication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEM07A - Apply principles of visual design/communication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEMA Design and create a multimedia interface

CUFMEM10A - Design and create a multimedia interface

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed Assessment should only address those variable circumstances listed in the range of variables statements which apply to the chosen context

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit

ability to assess the capacity to upload and process digital image s using industry hardware and software to deliver a designated quality of image outcome

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job off the job or a combination of both of theses

Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge and might include

practical demonstration direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance

role play

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioninginterview aimed at the evaluating the process used in developing and realising the creative concept

projectsreportslogbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of resources and equipment currently used by the multimedia industry

Underpinning skills and knowledge

Assessment must include evidence of essential knowledge of and skills in

basic principles of photography and visual design

knowledge of selected digital image software

ability to interpret a brief

knowledge of the limiting factors of computer hardware

knowledge of computers and computer operating systems

interpreting simple scripts texts specifications and instructions

interpreting and communicating production specifications

Linkages to other units

This unit has linkages to the following units and combined training delivery andor assessment is recommended

CUFMEMA Apply principles of visual designcommunication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEM07A - Apply principles of visual design/communication to the development of a multimedia project

CUFMEMA Design and create a multimedia interface

CUFMEM10A - Design and create a multimedia interface

Critical aspects of evidence

This unit of competence applies to a range of industry sectors The focus of assessment will depend on the industry sector Assessment must be customised to meet the needs of the particular sector in which performance is being assessed Assessment should only address those variable circumstances listed in the range of variables statements which apply to the chosen context

The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit

ability to assess the capacity to upload and process digital image s using industry hardware and software to deliver a designated quality of image outcome

Method and context of assessment

Assessment may take place on the job off the job or a combination of both of theses

Off the job assessment must be undertaken in a closely simulated workplace environment

Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of essential underpinning knowledge and might include

practical demonstration direct observation may need to occur on more than one occasion to establish consistency of performance

role play

work samples or simulated workplace activities

oral questioninginterview aimed at the evaluating the process used in developing and realising the creative concept

projectsreportslogbooks

third party reports and authenticated prior achievements

portfolios of evidence which demonstrate the processes used in developing and realising the creative concept

Resource requirements

Assessment requires access to a range of resources and equipment currently used by the multimedia industry

Multimedia productions may include or be included in:

music video

music video