Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with basic camera shoots

Assist with basic camera shoots

Unit of competency
National Code
CUACAM211
State Code
ODH98
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
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with setting up and shooting low-budget, lowend single-camera video productions. Individuals prepare for and assist with shoots on location, shoot and record video sequences and ensure the shoot is wrapped up.The unit applies to those 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 required personnel
  • 1.2 Organise and prepare equipment for camera shoot according to production requirements
  • 1.3 Check charged batteries are available to meet production requirements
  • 1.4 Select required capture format and confirm supply for shoots meets production requirements
2. Assist with camera set-up on location
  • 2.1 Check camera and other equipment is prepared and safely secured
  • 2.2 Assist with positioning camera under direction from required personnel
  • 2.3 Safely connect cables and camera to power source as required
  • 2.4 Assist with final check of equipment prior to shoot and report additional faults to required personnel
  • 2.5 Label and load capture media
  • 2.6 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 Achieve required effects by positioning lights
  • 3.4 Adjust focus and angles of lights as required according to shoot requirements
  • 3.5 Install colour frames and gels according to production 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 guidelines and instructions
  • 4.4 Shoot and record sequences as directed according to shoot requirements
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 required personnel
  • 5.3 Label recordings and complete documentation according to production requirements
  • 5.4 Ensure location is left in original condition
  • 5.5 Review and reflect on own performance and note areas for improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWF61 CUACAM201 Assist with a basic camera shoot Unit of competency