Course Title: Contribute to the organisation of productions

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2020

Course Code: PERF5080C

Course Title: Contribute to the organisation of productions

School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4371 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services

Course Contact: Rebekha Naim

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4849

Course Contact Email: rebekha.naim@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Deborah Hatton

Email: deborah.hatton@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 50

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

Successful live productions depend heavily on effective planning. In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge to assist with planning, organizing and rehearsing the kinds of productions typically associated with the live production and event industry.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

CUAPPM401 Contribute to the organisation of productions

Element:

1. Contribute to the planning of productions

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Confirm with relevant personnel own creative planning and other roles and responsibilities related to productions

1.2 Follow performance-planning instructions and preparations as advised by relevant personnel

1.3 Complete responsibilities within required timeframes

Element:

2 Assist with running technical and creative dress rehearsals

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Coordinate performers effectively according to requirements

2.2 Give clear, audible and correctly sequenced instructions to performers

2.3 Work effectively with members of production teams, following health and safety procedures at all times

Element:

3. Assist with productions

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Make sure that performers know when to arrive at venues to meet performance requirements

3.2 Carry out own roles and responsibilities in line with advice from stage manager and other relevant personnel

3.3 Carry out post-production or bump-out responsibilities according to instructions from relevant personnel

3.4 Use feedback from relevant personnel to identify areas of own organisational practice that could be improved


Learning Outcomes


On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.

Through the application of these skills and this knowledge, you will be able to: work with others to plan, organize and produce a series of live-switched television productions. the skills which you will obtain from this course can be applied across a range of activities in the live production industry.


Details of Learning Activities

These classes cover a range of learning experiences, from theory and class discussion, to practical work in groups on small productions. Please note that it forms part of a cluster called Stage Management with the unit BSBCRT402 Collaborate in a Creative Process GEDU6110C.


Teaching Schedule

Please note that this unit is taught and assessed alongside BSBCRT402 Collaborate in a Creative Process GEDU6110C.

Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

VE Week #

ASS#

LESSON TITLE

     

 

 

 

1

 

Stage Positions and Terminology

 

 

 

2

 

Production Roles and Sub-industries

 

 

 

3

 

Lighting Theory - Angles and Colour

 

 

 

4

 

Cue lists and Documentation - LX

Documentation and Reporting

 

 

 

5

 

LX Workshop - Catch up and review

Calling Cues and using Comms

 

 

 

6

 

Calling Cues and Comms 

Assist in Productions

 

 

 

7

 

LX - Power / Distribution / Rigging

Power + Logistics-Delivery on events

 

 

 

8

1

PROJECT ASSESSMENT DUE

Collaboration + ethics + teams 

 

 

 

9

 

Effects equipment + hire companies Design Principals and Setting the stage

 

 

 

10

 

Design Principals and LX accessories

 

 

 

11

 

Cue Lab

 

 

 

12

 

Cue Lab

 

 

 

13

 

Prep for Assessments 2 

 

 

 

14


KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT

 

 

 

15

 

Final Wrap and considerations

 

 

 

16

 

Unit Review


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/information-for/students-at-partners-outside-australia/getting-started/myrmit-student-portal

Cover Sheet for Submissions:

You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/forms/assessment-forms

Attendance:

Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Assessment Feedback:

You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work.  Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-and-management/policies/assessment-policy

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-progress

Adjustments to Assessment (eg. applying for an extension of time):

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:

RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.

Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:

Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course will involve demonstration of practical tasks and testing of your knowledge.


Assessment Tasks

Assessments in this course are ungraded.

To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. Refer to Canvas for the Marking Guide. You will receive feedback on all assessments once completed. 

ASSESSMENT 1 - Will be a project-based task; largely completed in your own time. It will include evidence of 

a) A Stage Manager's Show Report 
b) A Production Schedule
c) A Prompt Copy for a theatre production 
d) A Collection of 1 - 3 photographs of the work in progress; a short paragraph describing two different productions; and an outline of the participant (student)'s role in at least 
Plus; Participation in a review session, such as a post-production-meeting / debrief.

These shall include evidence of an understanding of industry terminology; convention and company-structure. 
Due Date: September 2020

ASSESSMENT 2 - Will be a knowledge assessment task - comprising of approximately 10 x short Q + A. This will be conducted in the classroom. This task will also provide evidence of your ability to engage in a collaborative process.
Due: October 2020

For further information on the assessment, grading system and criteria used, please refer to the course Canvas site.

This unit is ungraded;

CA - Competency Achieved 
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.

Other Information

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

  • contribute to the artistic and technical planning of productions by participating in production and creative planning meetings
  • assist with the running of technical and creative dress rehearsals and performances
  • follow safety policy and procedures
  • work collaboratively
  • contribute to post-production activities.

 

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements the individual must:

  • demonstrate well-developed knowledge of:
  • key aspects of the creative and technical production process for different types of live performance productions
  • production and staging terminology
  • common theatre conventions
  • describe issues and challenges that arise when preparing for rehearsals and performances and suggest solutions to address them
  • within the context of work health and safety practices during productions, demonstrate knowledge of:
  • common law duty of care requirements
  • hearing protection and safe lifting practices to be used
  • strategies to assist with performance anxiety.

 

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to:

  • relevant resources and equipment
  • opportunities for rehearsals and performances in real or simulated situations.

 

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

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