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Direct television programs and segments

Direct television programs and segments

Unit of competency
National Code
CUADRT411
State Code
ODE43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to direct television programs and segments that have a clearly defined format. It involves conducting pre-production activities, overseeing production of programs and segments, and reviewing completed materials. The unit applies to those who are responsible for directing crew, program guests, interviewees or members of the public being filmed for programs. They are members of a production team, and report to an executive producer, news editor or program producer.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Undertake preproduction
  • 1.1 Determine production requirements in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.2 Decide approach that meets production requirements
  • 1.3 Plan single-camera or multi-camera coverage in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.4 Confirm program elements are listed on running sheets in line with organisational procedures
2. Direct program segments
  • 2.1 Oversee camera, sound check and rehearsal of shots
  • 2.2 Check safety and security procedures are followed
  • 2.3 Provide final briefings to required personnel and respond to queries as required
  • 2.4 Achieve required production style by directing required personnel
  • 2.5 Determine if recorded segments meet production requirements by reviewing segments and re-shooting as required
  • 2.6 Direct editing of segments as required to meet production requirements
3. Direct programs
  • 3.1 Oversee camera and sound check and rehearsal of shots
  • 3.2 Provide final briefings to required personnel, and respond to queries as required
  • 3.3 Direct cameras and operations according to production requirements
  • 3.4 Direct live switches as required
  • 3.5 Monitor and control pace and flow of programs
4. Review programs
  • 4.1 Debrief with required personnel about whether programs met production requirements
  • 4.2 Note suggestions for improvement for future use
  • 4.3 Finalise documentation and confirm required copies of programs are stored according to legislative and organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWJ14 CUADRT401 Direct television programs and segments Unit of competency