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Assist with a basic camera shoot

Assist with a basic camera shoot

Unit of competency
National Code
CUACAM201
State Code
AWF61
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100701 - Audio Visual Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with setting up and shooting low-budget, lowend single-camera video productions.It applies to individuals who work under the direction of a qualified camera operator on pre-production and production tasks, including shooting footage with basic camera equipment.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for camera shoots
  • 1.1 Confirm camera shoot requirements with relevant personnel
  • 1.2 Take location features into account when organising and preparing equipment for shoots
  • 1.3 Check equipment is clean and operational
  • 1.4 Report equipment faults to relevant personnel
  • 1.5 Check sufficiently charged batteries are available to meet production needs
  • 1.6 Select required capture format and ensure sufficient supply for shoots
2. Assist with camera set-up on location
  • 2.1 Use safe handling techniques when lifting camera and other equipment
  • 2.2 Check camera and other equipment is safely secured
  • 2.3 Under direction, assist with positioning camera to achieve required shots
  • 2.4 Safely connect cables and camera to power source as required
  • 2.5 Assist with final check of equipment prior to shoot and report faults to relevant personnel
  • 2.6 Label and load capture media
  • 2.7 Check camera tilt and pan functions
3. Set up lighting
  • 3.1 Mount lighting equipment, following safety guidelines
  • 3.2 Run lighting cables and connect safely to power sources
  • 3.3 Position lights to achieve required effect as directed
  • 3.4 Adjust focus and angles of lights as required
  • 3.5 Install colour frames and gels according to lighting requirements
4. Shoot video
  • 4.1 Adjust and move equipment as required
  • 4.2 Operate clapperboard if needed
  • 4.3 Operate camera according to manufacturer's guidelines and instructions
  • 4.4 Shoot and record sequences as directed
  • 4.5 Timecode recording of takes with descriptions as required
5. Wrap up shoots
  • 5.1 Clean and pack equipment using safe lifting techniques
  • 5.2 Check all equipment is accounted for and report faults to relevant personnel
  • 5.3 Label recordings correctly and complete relevant documentation
  • 5.4 Leave location in original condition and check there are no adverse effects to the site
  • 5.5 Review and reflect on own performance and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1085 CUFCAM201A Assist with a basic camera shoot Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH98 CUACAM211 Assist with basic camera shoots Unit of competency