Assessment Requirements for CUACAM301 Shoot material for screen productions

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Assessment Requirements for CUACAM301 Shoot material for screen productions

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

contribute to pre-production discussions about ways to capture desired style of moving images

assemble equipment and accessories in readiness for camera shoots

position camera on location so shots are captured from the best angles

safely set up and test sound equipment, lighting equipment and accessories

safely operate a range of professional video camera equipment and accessories to capture shots as directed and in a way that facilitates post-production editing

work within production deadlines

work effectively as a team member to position equipment before and during shoots and to pack up gear at the conclusion of shoots

assist with moving cables and cameras during shoots

follow procedures to complete workplace documentation.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

outline roles and responsibilities of production and postproduction personnel

identify typical problems that arise in the context of shooting material for screen productions, and briefly describe solutions

explain how different image capture media are used

describe basic framing techniques and methods of composition

describe characteristics of microphones and audio equipment commonly used for shooting screen productions

outline the effect different light sources, lenses and filters have on lighting sets and talent

explain basic principles of lighting that apply in the context of shooting material for screen productions

describe techniques for handling and attaching cabling

outline work health and safety procedures that apply to shooting on location.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

camera, lighting and sound equipment

locations for shooting video

productions for which material needs to be filmed

production documents

workplace safety and security procedures that apply to shooting video on location

interaction with others.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5