Establish the creative vision for screen productions

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
CUADRT601

State Code
AWJ13

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

100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies

Original Release Date

21/07/2016

Nominal Hours

Description

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.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

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

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Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D1125	CUFDRT601A	Establish the creative vision for screen productions	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
ODD53	CUADRT611	Establish creative vision for screen productions	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AZO1	CUA60615	Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media	Qualification