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Plan and prepare program content

Plan and prepare program content

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAPPM312
State Code
ODE68
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 plan and prepare content for different broadcast media programs. It involves identifying and planning content requirements, developing and collating content, and finalising content according to production requirements.The unit applies to those who work on pre-recorded or live media programs where the target audience and program style have already been defined. They work autonomously within clear guidelines, typically with a producer or director supervising program preparation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan content
  • 1.1 Confirm program profile requirements and identify items that meet requirements in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.2 Establish deadlines for preparation of material in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.3 Identify sources of information for program content that meet program requirements
  • 1.4 Identify back-up items to cover unforeseen shortfalls in content
  • 1.5 Assess material for compliance with applicable laws and regulations and resolve issues within scope of own role and in consultation with required personnel
  • 1.6 Book production facilities and equipment required for program content preparation
2. Collate content for program
  • 2.1 Write draft content as required using conventions of writing broadcast copy
  • 2.2 Seek feedback on draft copy from required personnel and revise as required
  • 2.3 Collect items from other team members as required
  • 2.4 Determine sequence for program items that meets program requirements
  • 2.5 Prepare running sheets and document timing of all items within time allocated to program
  • 2.6 Submit presentation material and completed documentation to required personnel by agreed deadlines
3. Contribute to post-program evaluation
  • 3.1 Participate in post-program debriefing session about completed program content
  • 3.2 Note areas for improvement in own area of responsibility and create action plan as required
  • 3.3 Note ideas for future program content and follow up as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWH54 CUAPPM302 Plan and prepare program content Unit of competency