Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use sound and visual images to transform written scripts into screen productions.
It applies to individuals who interpret and use scripts as the basis for developing the creative vision for relatively large-scale productions such as feature films, short films or television dramas. Directors apply a high level of creativity and innovative thinking to establish the big picture view for productions and to create a sense of overall unity within a production. They work closely with writers in developing scripts, and with other creative team members on strategies for achieving creative outcomes.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Media and Entertainment Production – Directing
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Interpret scripts |
1.1 Read draft scripts and meet with creative personnel to discuss potential interpretations of the vision 1.2 Assess intended creative aims of scripts, define proposed objectives and explore their realisation visually or through the use of sound 1.3 Generate and consider a range of ideas for visualising scripts until a clear narrative emerges 1.4 Identify research and reference materials to inform creative directions and to assist in providing context for productions 1.5 Review script drafts in collaboration with writers, agree on the need for rewrites and organise deadlines for completion 1.6 Prepare development notes for script writers to produce script re-drafts as required 1.7 Document proposed visual and dramatic elements in scripts as the basis for shot plans |
2. Prepare shot plans to realise visual narrative |
2.1 Mark up working script into component scenes and identify key dramatic elements and technical parameters within each scenic unit 2.2 Plot key dramatic elements within and between scenes that aid transformation of written narrative into its visual representation 2.3 Review the whole narrative and individual scenes to determine location of characters and other elements for each shot 2.4 Assess photographic qualities of proposed shots and their impact on interpreting the story overall and within each scene 2.5 Prepare shot plans that allow both narrative and visual aspects to be controlled and carried forward to meet production requirements 2.6 Discuss shot plans with relevant production personnel prior to developing storyboards |
3. Finalise creative planning |
3.1 Document areas of productions that may be affected by script versions and discuss changes with colleagues 3.2 Arrange sign-off for final scripts and distribute to relevant creative personnel 3.3 Maintain an ongoing review of script and shot plans, and organise any further rewrites while production is underway 3.4 Provide production personnel with latest version of scripts and shot plans |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 2.5, 3.3 |
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Writing |
1.3, 1.6, 1.7, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1 |
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Oral Communication |
1.1, 1.5, 2.6, 3.1 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.4, 2.5, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Interact with others |
1.1, 1.5, 2.6, 3.1 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.3, 1.5, 2.2-2.5, 3.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUADRT601 Establish the creative vision for screen productions |
CUFDRT601A Establish the creative vision for screen productions |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to elements and performance criteria. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5