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Conduct an interview to support written material

Conduct an interview to support written material

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFGEN018
State Code
AVR11
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
100703 - Journalism
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to plan, prepare and conduct an interview to uncover information for a Defence publication. The unit involves interviewing an individual or a group to gather information to support or produce material for a Defence publication. Interviews can be conducted in person, over the telephone, by email or web cam.This unit was developed for Defence reporters, but is applicable to anyone working in this field.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would mainly work independently, seeking assistance from superiors when needed. They would perform complex tasks in known contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for the interview
  • 1.1 Research and document background information before the interview.
  • 1.2 Seek guidance from a senior reporter or the editor on the most suitable person to be interviewed.
  • 1.3 Establish time and place for the interview with the subject.
  • 1.4 Set interview objectives and plan questions in advance, taking constraints into consideration.
  • 1.5 Check equipment for serviceability.
  • 1.6 Rectify and report any equipment faults, obtain replacement or take an alternative approach where faults cannot be rectified.
2. Establish interview parameters with subject
  • 2.1 Identify own publication and provide necessary background information to the subject.
  • 2.2 Seek permission to tape the interview from the subject.
  • 2.3 Discuss and agree on relevant interview methods with the subject.
  • 2.4 Discuss and confirm scope and length of the interview with the subject.
3. Conduct an interview
  • 3.1 Tape relevant information about the interview where permission is granted.
  • 3.2 Invite subject to expand key points, to present all relevant material or to clarify matters by asking questions.
  • 3.3 Invite subject to provide information for future stories.
4. Verify information as necessary
  • 4.1 Check and confirm details with the subject after the interview.
  • 4.2 Provide transcript of the interview to the subject to check for factual accuracy.
  • 4.3 Confirm accuracy of the information provided by asking other sources.
5. Archive interview material
  • 5.1 Store interview transcripts as per publication policies.
  • 5.2 Make archived material available only to approved people on request.
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State Code National Code Title Type
BMF3 DEF50525 Diploma of Defence Public Affairs Qualification
BDL7 DEF40417 Certificate IV in Defence Reporting Qualification