Unit of competency Outline
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Create, update and use production reference documents
Create, update and use production reference documents
Unit of competency
National Code
CUESMT11B
CUESMT11B
State Code
D1590
D1590
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/03/2011
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
23/03/2011
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create and maintain the range of production documents used during rehearsals and performances. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine requirements for production reference documents
- 1.1. Read and interpret production and design documentation to achieve an understanding of the artistic and technical aspects of the project
- 1.2. Liaise with relevant colleagues to determine precise documentation requirements and scope of individual responsibilities
2. Create and maintain production reference documents
- 2.1. Draft production reference documents using the appropriate format for the type of production and in accordance with organisational requirements
- 2.2. Accurately and appropriately record information required to stage the production on the script
- 2.3. Confirm drafts with relevant colleagues and make correct adjustments as required
- 2.4. Copy and circulate copies of document in accordance with production requirements, maintaining accurate records of distribution
3. Use production reference documents during rehearsals
- 3.1. Provide accurate prompts and cues at the appropriate time in accordance with technical and director's requirements
- 3.2. Adjust physical elements in accordance with the setting and running documents
- 3.3. Provide prompts and cues sensitively ensuring appropriate timing accuracy and audibility for performers
- 3.4. Use documents appropriately to stand in for absent cast members when required
- 3.5. Update documentation as required to ensure currency of versions being used
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant colleagues may include:
artistic specialist
artists/performers
choreographers
conductor
designers
director
musical director
production manager
technical director
technical staff
Production reference documents must include:
cue sheet
production script
running sheet
Production reference documents may include:
'doubling' list
cast list
cast/character/costume/props matrix
directors notes
extract lists
notated score
quick change lists
rehearsal scene breakdown
scene-by-scene principles and extras lists
Information for the production script may include:
backstage calls and announcements
cues and standbys to performers and technicians
cuts and additions to script
front-of-house calls
location, use and movement of props, costumes and set pieces
musical score requirements
other performer movements, eg entrances, exits, moves 'on stage'
performer calls
repeats, pauses, vocal dynamics and other notations relating to performance
Prompting may take place:
during a technical run through
in dress rehearsal
in ordinary rehearsals
in the live production/event
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant colleagues may include:
artistic specialist
artists/performers
choreographers
conductor
designers
director
musical director
production manager
technical director
technical staff
Production reference documents must include:
cue sheet
production script
running sheet
Production reference documents may include:
'doubling' list
cast list
cast/character/costume/props matrix
directors notes
extract lists
notated score
quick change lists
rehearsal scene breakdown
scene-by-scene principles and extras lists
Information for the production script may include:
backstage calls and announcements
cues and standbys to performers and technicians
cuts and additions to script
front-of-house calls
location, use and movement of props, costumes and set pieces
musical score requirements
other performer movements, eg entrances, exits, moves 'on stage'
performer calls
repeats, pauses, vocal dynamics and other notations relating to performance
Prompting may take place:
during a technical run through
in dress rehearsal
in ordinary rehearsals
in the live production/event
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
correct interpretation of artistic and technical requirements of the production/event
ability to create accurate, clear and technically correct production reference documents
knowledge of the range of documentation used in different types of production.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the creation and use of documents for at least two different productions
interaction with and involvement of a technical and performance team to reflect the collaborative nature of the process
presence of time pressures in the creation and updating of documents.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess practical skills and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
review of production reference documents prepared by the candidate
project activity which allows the candidate to create documents for different productions
written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of artistic and technical requirements of the production/event
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the job performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a production
source documentation on which production reference documentation can be based
a rehearsal venue.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The following evidence is critical to the judgement of competence in this unit:
correct interpretation of artistic and technical requirements of the production/event
ability to create accurate, clear and technically correct production reference documents
knowledge of the range of documentation used in different types of production.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
The assessment context must provide for:
practical demonstration of skills through the creation and use of documents for at least two different productions
interaction with and involvement of a technical and performance team to reflect the collaborative nature of the process
presence of time pressures in the creation and updating of documents.
Method of assessment
Assessment may incorporate a range of methods to assess practical skills and the application of essential underpinning knowledge, and might include:
review of production reference documents prepared by the candidate
project activity which allows the candidate to create documents for different productions
written or oral questioning to assess knowledge of artistic and technical requirements of the production/event
review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the job performance by the candidate.
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment of this unit requires access to:
a production
source documentation on which production reference documentation can be based
a rehearsal venue.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI197 | CUASMT503 | Develop and maintain production documents | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J451 | SIT50212 | Diploma of Events | Qualification |
| J455 | SIT60212 | Advanced Diploma of Events | Qualification |
| C685 | CUE60303 | Advanced Diploma of Stage Management | Qualification |