Required skills

communication and literacy skills sufficient to

interpret and clarify briefs production documentation and feedback

present constructive clear and logical feedback to scriptwriters

negotiate script amendments through use of appropriate assertive strategies

apply correct grammar spelling and punctuation

analyse genre audience and purpose

apply redrafting skills

ability to work as a member of a team in developing production materials to time and budget

technical skills sufficient to use standard word processing applications with appropriate industryspecific formatting

initiative and enterprise sufficient to

identify and refine original innovative and creative approaches in the scriptwriting process

define and analyse narrative styles and elements to develop a creative longterm vision

extend creative boundaries for self team and audience

find creative solutions to problems identified during the process of negotiating amendments to scripts

locate and use resources to broaden own creative experience

learning skills sufficient to improve performance and product through feedback processes and editing

selfmanagement and planning skills sufficient to

plan and prioritise work tasks

meet deadlines

develop clear goals outlines and outcomes

seek out and participate in professional development activities

Required knowledge

industry knowledge including

roles and responsibilities of production or project team members

issues and challenges that arise when editing scripts

welldeveloped understanding of storytelling techniques and writing conventions appropriate to stipulated screen media performance and text contexts

indepth knowledge of editing to refine scriptwriting narrative structure and formats appropriate to genre and production methods

communication and interpersonal techniques appropriate to working with highlevel teams

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

copyright and intellectual property requirements as they relate to developing scripts for productions or cultural industry projects

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

scripts analysed and edited to final draft ready for production

application of the principles and practices of scriptwriting and editing

ability to edit scripts by agreed deadlines

effective communication techniques sufficient to negotiating documenting and incorporating feedback in the editing process

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

access to a computer and the internet

access to a range of scripts and resources for the refinement and clear identification of narrative production and conceptual requirements

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 scripts edited by the candidate and their quality in terms of addressing production requirements

direct observation of the candidate giving feedback on scripts and negotiating amendments

written or oral 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

CUFWRTA Develop storylines and treatments

CUFWRT501A Develop storylines and treatments

CUFWRTA Write scripts

CUFWRT601A Write scripts.

Story elements may include:

Productions may include:

Script-writing tools and techniques may include:

Scripts may include:

Collaborative techniques may include:

Feedback may include:

Production and performance requirements may include:

Relevant personnel may include: