Required skills

communication and literacy skills sufficient to

interpret and clarify written or verbal instructions

write simple stories that engage specific audiences

use correct grammar spelling and punctuation when writing

ability to work as a member of a team both independently on assignment and under direction

initiative and creativity sufficient to generate simple story ideas in response to a brief

proficient use of word processing and other software tools

selfmanagement and planning skills sufficient to

prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of project team members

issues and challenges that arise when writing simple stories

purpose of basic elements of a simple story including

dialogue

characters

point of view

setting

media laws sufficient to identify defamation and obscenity and seek expert advice on issues that could lead to legal action

copyright clearance procedures

OHS standards as they relate to working for periods of time on computers

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

original linear and nonlinear stories written for at least two of the delivery platforms listed in the range statement

ability to write simple stories that engage the target audience and meet the requirements of a storytelling brief

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to word processing software

access to a range of information sources as listed in the range statement

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

evaluation of simple stories written by the candidate in line with relevant criteria as listed in the range statement

case studies and problemsolving exercises to determine ability to write simple stories that engage the target audience and meet the requirements of a storytelling brief

written or oral questioning to test knowledge of basic elements of a simple story

written or oral questioning to test knowledge of information sources

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

Guidance information for assessment

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

BSBCRTA Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

BSBCRT301A Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills

CUFANMA Create D digital animations

CUFANM301A Create 2D digital animations.

Relevant personnel may include:

Formats may include:

Delivery platforms may include:

Elements of visual and aural storytelling structures may include:

Creative works may include:

Information sources may include:

Tools may include:

Criteria may include: