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Direct performers for screen productions

Direct performers for screen productions

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADRT502
State Code
AWJ15
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
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to direct performers during filming or recording of screen productions.It applies to individuals responsible for visualising and defining the style and structure of screen productions. They apply high-level communication and management skills to inspire and motivate their team to realise their creative vision. They operate with a high degree of autonomy, need to collaborate with technical and administrative personnel, and require flexibility to make compromises where necessary. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for shoots
  • 1.1 Brief performers on technical requirements in collaboration with production personnel where necessary
  • 1.2 Establish lines of communication with production personnel and cast to facilitate smooth running of shoots in line with production timelines
  • 1.3 Update production personnel on changes to production requirements that may have occurred since final rehearsals
  • 1.4 Review dramatic elements dealt with in rehearsals that impact film shoots
  • 1.5 Confirm workplace safety and security requirements are met in line with enterprise procedures
2. Facilitate performances
  • 2.1 Run through scenes with performers immediately prior to recording, where time allows
  • 2.2 Create an environment conducive to maximising performances and characterisation, conducting warm-up activities as required
  • 2.3 Collaborate with production personnel and provide feedback throughout shoots
  • 2.4 Identify and rectify creative problems that arise during filming in collaboration with production personnel
  • 2.5 Keep performers informed of filming order of scenes
  • 2.6 Communicate, to performers, the desired mise-en-scène effects, size of each shot or framing, and their role in the context of whole shots or scenes
  • 2.7 Engage performers in control of narratives by using techniques that allow for character sub text
3. Wrap productions
  • 3.1 Confirm all scenes are recorded and complete, including spot checks of recordings for quality and accuracy
  • 3.2 Stand down production crew and complete necessary documentation according to enterprise procedures
  • 3.3 Make arrangements for any additional production requirements and inform relevant production personnel
  • 3.4 Evaluate shoot from a director’s perspective, including own performance, and note areas for future improvement
  • 3.5 Provide feedback to production personnel and invite comment on shoots
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1124 CUFDRT502A Direct performers Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODD18 CUADRT512 Direct performers for screen productions Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZO1 CUA60615 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Qualification
AZL8 CUA51015 Diploma of Screen and Media Qualification