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Develop storylines and treatments

Develop storylines and treatments

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAWRT502
State Code
AWG47
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
100705 - Written Communication
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop a narrative or storyline. It applies to individuals who work at a senior level in a range of film, television and digital media productions. Writers apply skills to take script development from outline to storyline, while storyliners develop storylines for ongoing narrative material and turn story outlines into scene breakdowns. They work collaboratively with story editors, script producers and script editors.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to write production material
  • 1.1 Define script writing construction, style and formats required for the production and clients
  • 1.2 Define and develop ideas and concepts based on analysis of genre, audience and purpose
  • 1.3 Develop elements of narrative, including visual and aural components, dialogue and other communication techniques, such as symbols and icons, to convey information in production material
2. Develop storylines or treatments
  • 2.1 Identify components of script development required by concept proposals
  • 2.2 Develop concepts to synopsis stage or equivalent as required by production format or genre
  • 2.3 Develop treatment and scene breakdown as required by production format or genre
  • 2.4 Evaluate narrative development with relevant personnel and incorporate feedback as required
  • 2.5 Develop material in a format appropriate for story conferencing or pitch presentation to client
  • 2.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using screens and keyboards for long periods of time
3. Finalise storylines or treatments
  • 3.1 Present materials for discussion to production team responsible for story conferences or pitching to clients
  • 3.2 Redraft materials incorporating feedback as required
  • 3.3 Make relevant material ready for next stage of production within agreed timeframes and budget requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1200 CUFWRT501A Develop storylines and treatments Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD30 CUAWRT512 Develop storylines and treatments Unit of competency