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. Plan and prepare to write production material

1.1 Define script writing construction, style and formats required for the production and clients

1.2 Define and develop ideas and concepts based on analysis of genre, audience and purpose

1.3 Develop elements of narrative, including visual and aural components, dialogue and other communication techniques, such as symbols and icons, to convey information in production material

2. Develop storylines or treatments

2.1 Identify components of script development required by concept proposals

2.2 Develop concepts to synopsis stage or equivalent as required by production format or genre

2.3 Develop treatment and scene breakdown as required by production format or genre

2.4 Evaluate narrative development with relevant personnel and incorporate feedback as required

2.5 Develop material in a format appropriate for story conferencing or pitch presentation to client

2.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time

3. Finalise storylines or treatments

3.1 Present materials for discussion to production team responsible for story conferences or pitching to clients

3.2 Redraft materials incorporating feedback as required

3.3 Make relevant material ready for next stage of production within agreed timeframes and budget requirements

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1-1.3, 2.1 2.4, 3.2, 3.3

• Analyses information from written sources
• Identifies and evaluates written material

Writing

1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.5, 3.2, 3.3

• Generates complex written texts, demonstrating a broad range of writing styles and purposes, including preparation of presentations and concept proposals
• Uses correct grammar, syntax, spelling and punctuation and redrafts production materials in preparation for next stage of production
• Demonstrates sophisticated writing skills to express precise meaning, that engages and meets production requirements

Oral Communication

2.4, 3.1, 3.2

• Establishes effective spoken communication with colleagues, applying listening, questioning and non-verbal communication cues and clearly articulating ideas, opinions and requirements

Numeracy

2.3, 3.3

• Estimates time required for production tasks, creates timeframes and calculates budget requirements

Navigate the world of work

2.6

• Follows work health and safety requirements

Interact with others

2.4, 3.1, 3.2

• Works collaboratively to achieve writing goals
• Selects and uses communication practices and protocols appropriate to audience

Get the work done

1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.3, 3.1-3.3

• Adopts a logical and methodical approach to the process of writing, developing and editing text-based material incorporating creative solutions as required
• Generates a range of text-based original, innovative and creative ideas in response to briefs meeting deadlines as required
• Uses digital tools for research, and for creation and storage of information

Code and title  

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAWRT502 Develop storylines and treatments

CUFWRT501A Develop storylines and treatments

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

Minor edits to performance criteria.

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

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