Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance Criteria

1

Compose shots

1.1

Liaise with the relevant personnel and interpret and confirm the shot requirements so that aesthetic and technical production and script/production requirements are met

1.2

Generate a range of ideas for the composition of shots which provide creative solutions to the production issues

1.3

Discuss ideas and collaborate, as required, with relevant personnel to ensure contribution of ideas to the initial concept

1.4

Reflect on and appraise ideas for implications on cost and time, technical feasibility, and suitability to meet the production requirements

1.5

Devise shots to ensure that correct visual interpretation of the script/production requirements is met through close liaison with relevant personnel

1.6

Ensure that composition of shots meets the aesthetic requirements and provides the correct visual interpretation of the script/production requirements

2

Address lighting conditions

2.1

Assess the quality and quantity of available light and determine the amount of correction required, if necessary

2.2

Confirm that the available light is sufficient for the production requirements by utilising appropriate meters

2.3

Correct mixed light sources to achieve a uniform colour balance

2.4

Ensure corrective actions are taken to address changing or inadequate lighting conditions

2.5

Liaise closely with lighting personnel to achieve the required image and agree to the use of artificial light sources

3

Select and use corrective filters

3.1

Make use of corrective filters to: ; meet the creative/and or technical requirements of the production ; change the effects of available light to the quality required to suit film in use ; ensure that correct colour balance and light conditions are attained

4

Select and use lens

4.1

Determine the required focal length, depth of field and select lens according to technical and creative requirements and available light

4.2

Select focal length according to the type and stability of the camera mounting and degree of intended camera movement during the shot

4.3

Control exposure by use of correct aperture

5

Coordinate crew to position camera

5.1

Communicate the start and end of the moving shot clearly to all relevant personnel, as required

5.2

Identify and clearly communicate the route and timing of camera movements

5.3

Identify and discuss problems with relevant personnel and modify movements accordingly

6

Position and operate camera to capture shots

6.1

Liaise with relevant personnel regarding the shots required and ensure that their sequence is clear and coherent

6.2

Position camera for shots to ensure the safety of all personnel, performers and the general public

6.3

Select camera positions to meet aesthetic and technical requirements and in consultation with the appropriate personnel

6.4

Consider all camera shots and angles to ensure cuts between shots produce the desired result

6.5

Consider editing and other post-production requirements whilst filming

6.6

Adjust and move equipment, as required, during the shoot with consideration to the timelines and deadlines of the production schedule

6.7

Move camera to capture planned or rehearsed shots, according to direction received from relevant personnel

7

Monitor the quality of the moving image during filming

7.1

Employ photographic and composition techniques to achieve the aesthetic requirements and to capture well composed and focused shots

7.2

Maintain the desired composition by ensuring that any camera movement is steady and smooth throughout the duration of the shot

7.3

Maintain focus throughout the filming

7.4

Execute zoom movements and focus changes to achieve the required image, and in accordance with any instructions from relevant personnel

7.5

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

7.6

Coordinate the efforts of other personnel to achieve the desired image