Implement lighting designs Evidence Guide

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Evidence Guide: CUFLGT401A - Implement lighting designs

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CUFLGT401A - Implement lighting designs

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Clarify design requirements

Discuss lighting designs/plans with relevant production personnel to determine overall production needs
Generate a range of ideas for the execution of lighting that provide creative solutions to technical and production issues
Seek feedback on ideas with relevant production personnel to maximise creative input into lighting effects
Confirm availability of lighting equipment and lighting accessories to implement different options for lighting effects
Use a range of criteria to decide which options are most feasible and obtain necessary equipment and accessories according to enterprise procedures
Ensure that options selected provide a correct visual interpretation of the script/production

Discuss lighting designs/plans with relevant production personnel to determine overall production needs

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Generate a range of ideas for the execution of lighting that provide creative solutions to technical and production issues

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Seek feedback on ideas with relevant production personnel to maximise creative input into lighting effects

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Confirm availability of lighting equipment and lighting accessories to implement different options for lighting effects

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Use a range of criteria to decide which options are most feasible and obtain necessary equipment and accessories according to enterprise procedures

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Ensure that options selected provide a correct visual interpretation of the script/production

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Set up and test lighting options

Set up lighting equipment and accessories to test different options for lighting effects using appropriate light and exposure meters
Interpret information readouts and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired light quality
Ensure lighting equipment and lighting accessories are adjusted to take account of camera types and capture media to be used
Correct mixed light sources to achieve a uniform colour balance, using corrective filters to meet creative and technical requirements
Participate in ongoing production meetings and evaluation of work in progress on lighting effects
In consultation with relevant production personnel, agree on the final lighting configuration to be used and inform others as required

Set up lighting equipment and accessories to test different options for lighting effects using appropriate light and exposure meters

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Interpret information readouts and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired light quality

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Ensure lighting equipment and lighting accessories are adjusted to take account of camera types and capture media to be used

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Correct mixed light sources to achieve a uniform colour balance, using corrective filters to meet creative and technical requirements

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Participate in ongoing production meetings and evaluation of work in progress on lighting effects

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In consultation with relevant production personnel, agree on the final lighting configuration to be used and inform others as required

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Participate in technical rehearsals

Rehearse technical aspects of a production and execute changes to the lighting set-up according to production requirements
Modify cue sheets and update pre-programmed automated systems according to final shooting requirements
In consultation with relevant production personnel, amend lighting effects to take account of limitations imposed by the type of camera or other aspects of productions
Check that required changes to lighting operations are implemented and that relevant documentation is completed prior to actual production
Ensure appropriate supervision is arranged to maintain continuity of lighting throughout the production period

Rehearse technical aspects of a production and execute changes to the lighting set-up according to production requirements

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Modify cue sheets and update pre-programmed automated systems according to final shooting requirements

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In consultation with relevant production personnel, amend lighting effects to take account of limitations imposed by the type of camera or other aspects of productions

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Check that required changes to lighting operations are implemented and that relevant documentation is completed prior to actual production

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Ensure appropriate supervision is arranged to maintain continuity of lighting throughout the production period

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Monitor lighting operations during productions

Check operational aspects of lighting equipment and lighting set-up to ensure they are correctly prepared for productions
Ensure placement of lighting equipment and accessories is mapped and connections to correct power sources and consoles are implemented and recorded
Maintain lighting conditions throughout filming to ensure that image and light quality meet the stylistic effect required
Identify and rectify basic problems and faults using appropriate test equipment and according to enterprise and OHS procedures
Ensure that technical quality is consistent with editing and post-production requirements

Check operational aspects of lighting equipment and lighting set-up to ensure they are correctly prepared for productions

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Ensure placement of lighting equipment and accessories is mapped and connections to correct power sources and consoles are implemented and recorded

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Maintain lighting conditions throughout filming to ensure that image and light quality meet the stylistic effect required

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Identify and rectify basic problems and faults using appropriate test equipment and according to enterprise and OHS procedures

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Ensure that technical quality is consistent with editing and post-production requirements

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide


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 implement lighting designs in ways that address both the creative and technical requirements of productions efficient set-up and testing of lighting options knowledge of lighting terminology effective teamwork skills knowledge and application of relevant OHS legislation application of knowledge about how lighting set-ups need to take account of camera types and capture media being used.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Assessment must ensure: practical demonstration of skills through the implementation of a lighting design for a minimum of two productions involvement of and interaction with a production team to reflect the collaborative nature of the production process assessment over an extended period of time to assess the experimental aspects of this unit access to a range of locations, e.g. studio, theatre and outdoors access to production scripts/performance outlines on which designs can be based. access to a variety of production venues (e.g. indoor and outdoor) and a selection of industry-standard lighting equipment and cameras as identified 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: direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance evaluation of the lighting aspects of productions for which the candidate was responsible to determine whether design requirements have been met direct observation of the candidate during technical rehearsals or productions to determine their ability to work effectively as a member of a production team 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: CUFLGT501A Conceive and develop lighting designs CUFLGT402A Set up, record and operate lighting cues and effects BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required skills

communication, literacy and teamwork skills sufficient to:

work collaboratively with other production staff to devise lighting effects that meet production requirements

convey changes to production staff in an effective and efficient manner

modify production documentation as required, e.g. lighting plan, cues

interpret script requirements in both creative and technical contexts

initiative and flexibility in the context of:

generating a range of options for implementing lighting designs

employing a range of techniques to create lighting effects

adapting to changes in lighting requirements during rehearsals and productions

solving problems while under pressure with minimum disruption to work flows

technical skills in the context of:

implementing and adjusting lighting set-ups

operating and interpreting information readouts from a colour temperature meter

undertaking basic maintenance of lighting equipment

accurately documenting the positions of luminaires/lanterns

using light meters and different types of light-measuring devices

numeracy skills sufficient to:

complete simple mathematical calculations using a scale ruler

measure and recalculate lighting cues

memorise channel numbers on lighting boards

Required knowledge

industry knowledge, including:

roles and responsibilities of personnel in the film and television production industry

impact of technology on production planning and operations

Recommended Safety Code for Film and Television

OHS legislation in the context of film and television production

sound understanding of the creative and technical elements of productions

general lighting terminology as it relates to a range of different lighting systems

issues and challenges that arise in the context of implementing lighting designs

basic elements of the lighting design process

comprehensive knowledge of a range of:

lighting equipment and accessories, e.g. lanterns, luminaires, shutters

lighting systems and concepts, e.g. manual, computerised, DMX distribution, back-up systems used in conjunction with lighting control

a sound understanding of the attributes of cameras and lenses used in film and television productions and their potential impact on lighting designs

characteristics of a range of film, tape and digital capture formats, including:

black and white/colour

light sensitivity (speed and latitude)

temperature requirements

properties and behaviour of light and effects on film and television production, e.g.:

absorption

refraction

reflection

visible light waves

division by wavelength into colours

photographic principles, including:

exposures and tonal relationships

light sources

sensitivity and balancing

camera interpretation of colour

colour correction techniques

colour temperature and compensation

factors affecting the selection of gels and filters and colour media

the effect of different light sources, diffusion materials, filters and reflectors on the lighting environment, e.g. on performers and sets

well-developed understanding of a range of techniques for creating lighting effects

general knowledge of electricity and application of safe electrical work practices

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

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.
Production personnel may include:	choreographer director director of photography gaffer lighting designer producer production manager senior lighting technician stage manager supervisor technical director other technical/specialist staff.
Productions may include:	animated productions commercials day documentaries EFP (electronic field production) ENG (electronic news gathering) feature films filmed events or performances in a studio live or pre-recorded television productions, e.g. music, drama, comedy, variety, sport multi-camera music video night on location - exterior on location - interior outside broadcast short films single-camera.
Lighting equipment may include:	architectural fixtures, e.g. wall lights cyclorama lights ellipsoidal profile floods fresnels outside broadcast equipment PAR (parabolic aluminised reflector) lamps PC (pebbled convex) lamps profile snoots studio and theatre-based equipment.
Lighting accessories may include:	animation discs cables, e.g. DMX colour frames colour scrollers computers cookies cut-outs filters flags flood mechanisms fresnel/PC barn doors gels gobo holders gobo rotators irises manually operated colour changers power sources profile shutters snoots spots.
Criteria may include:	availability of lighting equipment and accessories availability of lighting operators budget creative requirements pre-production timeframe type of production.
Equipment and accessories may include:	dimmers: analogue multiplex: analogue and digital single-unit, e.g. follow spot lighting consoles and peripherals, e.g.: monitors printers memory storage effects unit fader wings luminaires and lanterns, e.g.: fresnel profile HMI PAR (parabolic aluminised reflector) lamps plasma theatre-based units studio and location units special effects moving/digital moving lights intelligent/automated lighting production equipment, e.g.: tripods video stock microphones recording devices (e.g. audiotape recorder) headphones batteries lenses and filters cameras (see 'camera types' for examples) rigging accessories, e.g.: safety chains hook clamps boom arms spigots telescopic stands H-stands winch-up stands mobile booms T-bars scaffold clamps truss chain blocks/motors
Information readout may include:	colour temperatures exposures heat intensity.
Light quality may include:	colour quality direction dispersion filters intensity object pictorial lighting style pictorial quality sources temperature tonal differences and range type of surface.
Camera types may include:	Betacam Betacam SP digital Betacam digital DVC Pro DV Cam (4:3, 16:9) film cameras, e.g. Arricam ST, Bolex 16 HDTV mini DV.
Capture media may include:	disk DVD film videotape (digital).
Documentation may include:	accident reports building specifications, room layouts call sheet colour coding schedules colour lists, plots cue sheets and modifications to cue sheets equipment instructions equipment lists fault reports floor sheets focus notes lantern schedules lighting plan manufacturer specifications/manuals patch sheets power requirements production schedule running sheet script venue procedures.
Test equipment may include:	analogue or digital multimeters continuity tester DMX, cable tester test lamps.

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Evidence Guide: CUFLGT401A - Implement lighting designs

Student: __________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________

Tips for gathering evidence to demonstrate your skills

CUFLGT401A - Implement lighting designs

Clarify design requirements

Set up and test lighting options

Participate in technical rehearsals

Monitor lighting operations during productions

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

Comments:

Instructions to Assessors

Teacher: ___________________________ Date: _