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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify elements of effective presentation to camera

1.1 Watch various television, video and web series programs and identify factors that might attract or alienate viewers

1.2 Discuss effective presentation styles with colleagues and/or mentors

1.3 Identify factors a presenter can use to foster viewer loyalty

2. Develop techniques for reading scripted material

2.1 Break sentences into logical chunks to emphasise key information

2.2 Use vocal range and vary pace to deliver scripted material naturally

2.3 Use a range of vocal techniques to aid in communicating information and care for vocal health

2.4 Check and use correct pronunciation of words

3. Develop techniques for communicating effectively on camera

3.1 Use camera lens to engage viewers

3.2 Use strategies to show respect and build rapport with listeners

3.3 Maintain a natural, steady eye-line while reading script from an autocue

3.4 Avoid visual distraction by minimising body movements and gestures

3.5 Dress in a manner appropriate to the program, avoiding clothes that may be visually distracting

3.6 Present information in a way that draws the listener into the message being conveyed

3.7 Recover from presentation errors calmly and respond to equipment malfunction with minimum disruption to program flow

4. Record scripted material for broadcast

4.1 Rehearse piece to camera to check sound and vision quality meets production requirements

4.2 Record scripted material according to production requirements

4.3 Record material again if required, incorporating feedback on performance from production personnel

4.4 Evaluate own performance to identify areas for improvement

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Learning

4.3, 4.4

• Uses critical observation and feedback to improve own performance and identify areas for improvement

Reading

2.1, 2.4, 3.3

• Interprets the meaning of short scripted material presented in a range of formats

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1-3.4, 3.6, 3.7, 4.1-4.3

• Listens and comprehends oral texts
• Speaks clearly and with correct pronunciation
• Rehearses and records scripted material using appropriate emphasis, tone and volume

Navigate the world of work

2.3

• Uses correct vocal techniques to ensure vocal health

Interact with others

2.3, 3.1-3.4, 3.6, 3.7, 4.1-4.3

• Uses appropriate strategies to create a strong rapport and engender respect with viewers
• Works collaboratively with others to ensure script reading is completed according to production requirements

Get the work done

1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.7, 4.1-4.4

• Uses appropriate software to record and update production documentation
• Applies knowledge of equipment operating procedures to respond and address equipment malfunctions
• Takes responsibility for planning and organising effective presentation of information to camera

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Equivalence status 

CUAAIR302 Develop techniques for presenting to camera

CUFAIR302A Develop techniques for presenting information to camera

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Title changed, Minor edits to elements and performance criteria to for clarity.

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.