CUFPPM504A
Manage locations for film and media productions

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to manage operations on location at film and media shoots.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.

Application

Generally speaking, location managers apply the skills and knowledge described in this unit, since it is their role to manage all aspects of shooting a film or television production on location.

During a shoot, they manage activities and movements at the location and are responsible for the health and safety of cast and crew.

On larger productions, a location manager may supervise an assistant location manager or a unit manager.

Units that cover related skills include:

CUFPPM405A Floor manage studio shoots

CUFPPM406A Organise production locations

CUFPPM503A Manage safety aspects of screen productions.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Prepare locations for shoots

1. Ensure required resources are available prior to commencement of shoots and equipment is in full working order

2. Arrange and coordinate safe transport of equipment to locations and provide clear directions for production staff to reach locations

3. Oversee installation and testing of equipment at locations, using safe OHS practices

4. Adapt site to meet creative and technical requirements of productions and prepare contingency plans to resolve potential problems

5. Brief and update production staff, location owners and authorities on changes to production plans, schedules or facilities

6. Plan and implement OHS requirements for all activities and personnel at locations

7. Arrange cast and crew facilities as required and provide clear travel directions to each location

Manage location activities

8. Ensure all activities comply with production safety plan and organisational policies and procedures, and identify and minimise potential hazards

9. Take appropriate action to minimise disruptions from the public to productions and make alternative arrangements to manage normal traffic and pedestrian movement

10. Arrange safe storage of all equipment and other facilities while on location

11. Resolve creative and technical issues where possible to minimise negative impact on productions

12. Ensure that accidents and incidents are attended to swiftly and decisively, and that emergency services are contactable at all times

13. Take appropriate action if conditions of access to location are breached

14. Supervise activities of location management team as applicable

Finalise location operations

15. Ensure locations are returned to their original or an improved state

16. Organise removal and labelling of materials and equipment from locations, in compliance with OHS regulations

17. Complete production documentation and reports and finalise outstanding contractual arrangements

18. Report any faults and concerns to relevant production staff

19. If appropriate, confirm creative and technical requirements for the next set-up and advise relevant production staff accordingly

20. Evaluate all aspects of completed projects and note areas for improvement

Required Skills

Required skills

well-developed communication, literacy and teamwork skills sufficient to:

deliver clear and viable presentations and briefings

liaise with a wide range of production staff and service providers

create a positive work environment on location for cast and crew

compile written and verbal reports in relation to production equipment and requirements

technical skills sufficient to:

use standard word processing, spreadsheet and database applications

oversee installation of production equipment and facilities

initiative and flexibility sufficient to:

resolve unexpected problems

interpret and act on script changes

manage a range of tasks concurrently

self-management and planning skills sufficient to:

work under pressure and meet deadlines

manage work calmly and effectively to achieve goals and results

well-developed organisational and administrative skills

numeracy skills sufficient to interpret budgets and cost estimates

Required knowledge

industry knowledge, including:

roles within and structure of the screen and media industry

role and features of technologies and equipment used to shoot screen and media productions

conditions of industrial awards and workplace agreements in relation to contracting cast and crew

phases of the production process

issues and challenges that arise in the process of managing locations for screen and media productions

duty of care to colleagues and general public, especially on location

creative elements of productions

OHS and public safety procedures sufficient to film in a wide range of locations

Evidence Required

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:

effective management of production operations on location

well-developed organisational and communication skills

ability to manage a team while working under pressure

demonstrated flexibility and problem solving skills.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

opportunities to produce planning and production documentation

access to a range of equipment and facilities as listed in the range statement

access to productions that require shooting on location

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 third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

observation of the candidate managing production operations on location to assess candidate's ability to supervise crew and other personnel in the operation of a location

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:

BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process

CUFPPM503A Manage safety aspects of screen productions.


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Resources may include:

cabling

generators

lights

make-up

sets and set dressings

switchboards

underwater lights

utilities, including:

electricity

gas

water

telephone

wardrobe.

Equipment may include:

announcer and guest chairs

cables

cameras

headphones

lighting

microphones

monitoring equipment

outside broadcast vehicles

processing equipment

props

recording and playback equipment

scaffolds and other support equipment

sets

sound

vision and audio mixing equipment.

Locations may include:

aircraft

day and night

interior and exterior

ships

studio

theatres

vehicles

virtual.

Production staff may include:

assistant director

assistant location manager

camera personnel

cast and performers:

presenters

announcers

contestants

extras

general public

audience

director

emergency services, including:

ambulance

fire department

police

police rescue services

security services

helicopter services

trained medical personnel

lighting personnel

producer

security personnel

sound personnel

technical director

technical producer

unit manager

writer

other technical/specialist staff.

Creative and technical requirements may include:

live-to-air broadcast

location issues, including:

audio isolation

space

ambience

electrical power

security

site safety plans

traffic

make-up

props

set dressing

wardrobe.

Productions may include:

animated productions

commercials

documentaries

feature films

filmed events or performances

interactive media productions

live or pre-recorded television or radio productions of any type:

music, drama, comedy, variety and sport

forums or special events

music videos

short films.

Potential problems may include:

audience or general public interference

communication dysfunctions

punctuality of cast, extras and crew

technical failures of equipment

weather conditions.

OHS may include:

commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations

relevant local government rules and regulations

relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice, e.g. Building Code of Australia.

Cast and crew facilities may include:

catering

drinking water

mobile telephones

recreational facilities

shelters and shade

toilets

vehicles

wet weather gear.

Production documentation may include:

barcodes

budget reports

cast lists

computer based

contracts

copyright records

courier booking sheets

crew lists

databases

location photographs and maps

maps and location plans

progress reports

scripts and script revisions

shooting schedules

stock and asset records

telephone and address records

transport order forms

travel booking sheets

visas

work permits

written.


Sectors

Unit sector


Competency Field

Media and entertainment production - production planning and management


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.