Release 

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Release 1

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. Clarify work requirements

1.1 Clarify requirements for digital visual effects with reference to production documentation

1.2 Clarify workflow sequences in consultation with relevant personnel to ensure production deadlines are met

1.3 Select software that best suits the type of production and delivery platform for which visual effects sequences are being created

1.4 Gather and analyse reference material to help with visualisation of final sequences

2. Prepare components

2.1 Gather all assets for integration and check they are in the correct output file format and do not infringe copyright laws

2.2 Choose digital visual effects that best represent the vision of scripts to create optimum visual impact

2.3 Check components comply with storyboard requirements

2.4 Determine appropriate methods and techniques to create required digital visual effects

3. Assemble previsualisations

3.1 Create previsualisation of required visual effects sequences using appropriate assets and compositing techniques

3.2 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for extended periods of time

3.3 Experiment with previsualisation to establish the best results and solve problems that arise during the process of creating the visual effects

3.4 Submit previsualisation visual effects sequences to relevant personnel for evaluation and feedback

3.5 Match elements as required, such as colour, lighting and camera

4. Produce visual effects

4.1 Create final visual effects

4.2 Generate additional required effects to final stage

4.3 Render visual effects to desired format

4.4 Submit visual effects sequences to relevant personnel for evaluation and feedback by agreed deadlines

5. Finalise visual effects

5.1 Respond to feedback by making adjustments to visual effects so they comply with design and production specifications

5.2 Save files to specified storage system accessible to production team

5.3 Make back-up copies of files, and save and store visual effects using appropriate output file formats and standard naming conventions

5.4 Review personal performance and the process of creating digital visual effects for improvement

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1-2.3

• Interprets textual and diagrammatic information to identify most efficient and productive approach to the job
• Refers to script and storyboard requirements at all times during production

Writing

1.1, 1.2

• Uses clear language to convey project workflow, process improvement opportunities and to complete work related documentation

Oral Communication

1.1, 1.2, 2.4, 3.4, 4.4, 5.1, 5.2

• Clearly states work requirements and listens carefully to discussion and feedback using questions as required

Navigate the world of work

3.2, 5.3

• Follows enterprise procedures when managing files and directories including back-up of files
• Follows work health and safety (WHS) requirements

Interact with others

1.1, 1.2, 2.4, 3.4, 4.4, 5.1, 5.2

• Collaborates and cooperates with other personnel to meet production deadlines
• Uses appropriate communication practices to seek and respond to feedback from others

Get the work done

1.2-1.4, 2.1-2.4, 3.1-35, 4.1-4.4, 5.1-5.4

• Solves technical and production problems as required
• Manages time and priorities to ensure job outcomes meet production requirements
• Makes decisions directly related to task requirements
• Selects appropriate software for a range of productions and selected delivery platforms

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previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAANM402 Create digital visual effects

CUFANM402A Create digital visual effects

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to clarify performance criteria.

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

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