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Plan and prepare program content

Plan and prepare program content

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPPM302
State Code
AWH54
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare content for a range of broadcast media programs.It applies to individuals who work on daily or weekly pre-recorded or live media programs where the target audience and program style have already been defined. They work autonomously within clear guidelines, typically with a producer or director supervising program preparation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan content
  • 1.1 Consult with relevant personnel to identify potential items that suit program profile
  • 1.2 Establish deadlines for preparation of material in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.3 Identify sources of information for agreed program content
  • 1.4 Set deadlines for preparation of material in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.5 Identify back-up items to cover unforeseen shortfalls in content
  • 1.6 Identify material that could result in a breach of laws or regulations and resolve issues within scope of own role and in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 1.7 Book production facilities and equipment required to prepare program content
2. Collate content for program
  • 2.1 Write draft content as required observing conventions of writing broadcast copy
  • 2.2 Seek feedback on draft copy from relevant personnel and revise accordingly
  • 2.3 Collect items from other team members as required
  • 2.4 Determine sequence for program items to maximise audience attention
  • 2.5 Prepare running sheets and document timing of all items within time allocated to program
  • 2.6 Submit presentation material and completed documentation to relevant personnel by agreed deadlines
3. Contribute to post-program evaluation
  • 3.1 Participate in post-program debriefing session about content and program effectiveness
  • 3.2 Note areas for improvement in own area of responsibility and take action accordingly
  • 3.3 Note ideas for future program content and follow up as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1166 CUFPPM301A Plan and prepare programs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODE68 CUAPPM312 Plan and prepare program content Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZO4 CUA31015 Certificate III in Screen and Media Qualification
AZK7 CUA41215 Certificate IV in Screen and Media Qualification