Course Title: Vision mix television productions
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2018
Course Code: VART6385C
Course Title: Vision mix television productions
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4371 - Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services
Course Contact: Program Administration
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: mcvet@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher: Mark Langley
Phone: (03) 9925 4355
Email: mark.langley@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
The ability to operate vision mixers is a skill which is highly valued by employers in the live production, event, audiovisual, and television industries.
In this course you will work as a member of a production team to practice and refine vision mixing skills to produce two short, multi-camera television productions.
After preparatory work on storyboarding and script preparation, you will learn to set up and operate a vision mixing console in a television studio.
Working collaboratively with your team, you will also set up the studio and cameras, audio and lighting equipment.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUABRD402 Vision mix television productions |
Element: |
1. Prepare vision mixing documentation |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm with production personnel the quantity, nature and style of effects required for productions, and recommend creative solutions where appropriate 1.2 Mark actions, effects and processes on scripts or production schedules according to enterprise procedures 1.3 Prepare contingency plans for unscripted effects and processes that may arise during recordings in consultation with relevant personnel 1.4 Contribute to the creative process as required and explore potential for creating original ideas and proposals |
Element: |
2. Set up for vision mixing |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Select vision mixing methods to achieve required creative and technical output 2.2 Negotiate alternative strategies where designated effects and processes are beyond the capability of available equipment 2.3 Check identified effects and processes are ready to go and monitors are working within specifications 2.4 Check vision sources can be accessed on the vision mixing unit and previewed on monitoring equipment 2.5 Note key reference points and complexities that require special attention during productions 2.6 Test equipment in advance and arrange for repairs or replacements as required 2.7 Seek advice from relevant personnel or consult reference material to resolve technical problems |
Element: |
3. Mix vision |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Communicate with relevant production personnel throughout the mixing process to achieve desired effects and resolve problems 3.2 Preview sources throughout the production process and put to air on cue 3.3 Respond promptly to cues from production personnel 3.4 Perform transitions between vision sources and reassign sources to meet production requirements 3.5 Assign effects and processes to appropriate storage devices 3.6 Respond quickly and efficiently to equipment failure and unanticipated situations by applying alternative effects and processes 3.7 Monitor quality of creative and technical output during productions |
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:
- Set up and operate a vision mixing console in a television studio
- Set up and operate studio cameras, audio and lighting equipment.
- Work collaboratively with production teams.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities in this course include:
- Equipment demonstrations, set-up and operation
- Vision mixer operation and studio shooting practice
- Lighting set up and operation
- Sound set up and operation
- Group discussions
- Out of class production planning and meetings
- Practical theory sessions
Teaching Schedule
| Class | Planned Activities (subject to change) | Assessment |
| 1 | - Course overview, assessment requirements. Focus - Introduction to vision mixing. - Introduction studio camera, pedestals and camera adjustments. - Production roles. - Control room operations including vision mixing, sound mixing, lighting control and camera control unit operation. |
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| 2 |
Focus Includes |
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| 3 |
Focus Includes |
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| 4 |
Focus - Preparation for Production 1 - Vision Mixer and Director /Mixing and Direction practice runs Includes |
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| 5 | Focus Assessment Production Shoot Day 1 1. Set up for vision mix 2. Mix vision |
Assessment task #1 for some students |
| 6 | Focus Assessment Production Shoot Day 2 1. Set up for vision mix 2. Mix vision |
Assessment task #1 for some students |
| 7 | Focus |
Assessment task #1 for some students |
| 8 | Focus |
Assessment task #1 for some students |
| 9 |
Focus Contingency class for Production shoot 1 Assessment 1 reviews Pre planning Variety Interviews Variety Project prep / interview set ups / live action coverage Includes |
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| 10 | Focus - Rehearsals for Variety Interviews. All groups. Questionnaire handout. Includes - Prepare a rundown sheet or production schedule for vision mixing - Set-up for vision mixing - Mix vision |
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| 11 | Focus - Rehearsals for Variety Interviews. All groups. Includes - Prepare a rundown sheet or production schedule for vision mixing - Set-up for vision mixing - Mix vision |
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| 12 |
Focus Participate in production as:- |
Assessment task #2 for some students |
| 13 | Focus Variety Interview. Shoot Day 2 1. Production of Group Variety Interview Rundown Sheet 2. Floor plan showing positions of cast and cameras 3. Completed Questionnaire Participate in production as:- |
Assessment task #2 for some students |
| 14 | Focus Variety Interview. Shoot Day 3 1. Production of Group Variety Interview Rundown Sheet 2. Floor plan showing positions of Cast and Cameras 3. Completed Questionnaire Participate in production as:- |
Assessment task #2 for some students |
| 15 | Focus Variety Interview. Shoot Day 4 1. Production of Group Variety Interview Rundown Sheet 2. Floor plan showing positions of cast and cameras 3. Completed Questionnaire Participate in production as:- 1. Vision Mixer and Production Department Member for your production. 2. Camera Crew Member for one production. 3. Lighting and Staging Crew Member for one production 4. Set up and pack up of camera, audio and lighting gear in studio according to studio protocols. Includes - Set-up for vision mixing - Mix vision |
Assessment task #2 for some students |
| 16 |
Contingency class for Variety Interview assessments. Course review and playback of productions |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None prescribed at time of writing. |
References
You are advised to look at the course Blackboard site for ongoing updated information. Students are expected to make full use of University library facilities, in researching about this course. |
Other Resources
Other resources for this course are available via the learning Hub in MyRMIT.
Your teacher will provide you with the necessary resources in classes and you must bring note taking materials to classes. This may be a laptop, tablet, smart phone or note paper and pen.
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.
Assessment Task #1- Newsbreak Production and Vision Mix.
DueClass 5,6,7 or 8 depending on a production schedule roster.
This is an ungraded assessment task.
To complete this assessment you will work as a member of a production team to
produce pre-production documentation and vision mix a Newsbreak production.
Pre-production documentation includes:
- Run down sheet with script
- Still graphics to illustrate news items
Assessment Task #2 - Variety Interview production and vision mix.
Due Class 12,13,14 or 15 depending on a production schedule roster.
This is an ungraded assessment task.
To complete this assessment you will work as a member of a production team to
produce pre-production documentation and vision mix a variety interview production.
Pre-production documentation includes:
- Final run down sheet
- Studio floor plan including camera positions
- a written questionnaire to be completed by each team member prior to the production day.
You will then work as a member of a production team to vision mix the variety interview production.
You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of the assessment task.
The marking criteria is available on Blackboard.
Once you have demonstrated competency, your final assessment task will be graded (refer to MyRMIT for grading rubric).
You should refer to the Assessment Tool document which is available on Blackboard for full details of this assessment task.
Grades that apply to courses delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment
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:
- prepare vision mixing documentation that clearly shows when actions and effects need to be taken and includes strategies for dealing with unforeseen circumstances during productions
- collaboratively explore creative approaches to vision mixing
- check vision mixing equipment is functioning correctly prior to start of productions
- check required actions, effects and processes are cued to facilitate smooth mixing of vision inputs
- mix a range of vision inputs that meet creative and technical requirements, in collaboration with others
- resolve problems with equipment and vision inputs by applying contingency plans.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
Knowledge Evidence
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
- outline roles and responsibilities of production personnel involved with vision mixing operations
- list and describe typical effects and processes required for productions
- briefly describe the equipment and resources available for vision mixing, including any limitation of equipment
- identify typical problems that arise in context of vision mixing television productions, and briefly describe solutions.
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:
- facilities for television broadcasting and webcasting or live streaming
- vision mixing equipment
- materials to be broadcast
- interaction with others.
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Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
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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.
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Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
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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.
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
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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.
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