Unit of competency Outline

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Coordinate film and media production services and resources

Coordinate film and media production services and resources

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPPM406
State Code
AWH51
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
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate administrative and resource requirements prior to and during productions including dramas, documentaries, and television or radio coverage of live concerts and events, theatre productions and festivals.It applies to individuals who work as production coordinators, unit managers and first assistant directors in supervising a team and reporting to a production manager, or a director or producer. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Coordinate administrative requirements for production
  • 1.1 Confirm required resources in consultation with relevant production staff
  • 1.2 Assess required production resources against allocated budgets, and recommend any necessary adjustments to either to relevant production staff
  • 1.3 Prepare, update and distribute production documentation in line with organisational procedures
  • 1.4 Advise suppliers of changes to requirements according to agreed procedures
  • 1.5 Prepare and coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for production staff
  • 1.6 Prepare briefing materials for written and verbal communications to production staff
  • 1.7 Maintain production progress reports and records, and monitor production budgets, including resource documentation
  • 1.8 Coordinate transport of resources and personnel as required, and according to location and location services available
2. Organise production resources
  • 2.1 Research and identify appropriate new and existing sources of supply for required resources
  • 2.2 Negotiate costs to achieve optimum budget outcomes
  • 2.3 Procure production resources in a timely manner, including organising agreements with suppliers and providers, and seeking expert assistance as required
  • 2.4 Identify and source alternative resources, in consultation with relevant personnel, should preferred resources be unavailable
  • 2.5 Book resources, as required, to meet production brief and budget, and according to organisational procedures
3. Coordinate resources and services during production
  • 3.1 Prepare and distribute daily production documentation to relevant production staff
  • 3.2 Check supply and condition of resources regularly, with relevant production staff, and maintain sufficient supply of resources to meet production requirements, budget and schedule
  • 3.3 Manage efficient and safe distribution and storage of resources throughout production
  • 3.4 Communicate changes to resource availability and production documentation promptly
4. Finalise production services
  • 4.1 Assist with finalising outstanding accounts with suppliers
  • 4.2 Prepare documentation at conclusion of production in line with organisational procedures
  • 4.3 Ensure files and records are stored safely and in a suitable format
  • 4.4 Return hired facilities, place valuable props and consumables in secure storage, and dispose of unneeded materials according to organisational procedures
  • 4.5 Leave worksite in original or improved condition, ensuring no adverse impact on site
  • 4.6 Evaluate own role in provision of production services and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1169 CUFPPM403A Coordinate film and media production services and resources Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODG12 CUAPPM416 Coordinate media production services and resources Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZL8 CUA51015 Diploma of Screen and Media Qualification
AZK7 CUA41215 Certificate IV in Screen and Media Qualification