Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2018

Course Code: VART6100C

Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content

School: 340T Art

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4373 - Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging

Course Contact: Program Administration

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472

Course Contact Email: visualart@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Lisetta Moscardo
lisetta.moscardo@rmit.edu.au 

 

Nominal Hours: 70

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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

There are no pre-requisites or co-requisites 

Course Description

In this course you are required to prepare, set up and shoot a wide range of screen content using professional video equipment in a single camera environment. 

 

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CUACAM401 Shoot a wide range of screen content
Element:	1. Prepare for shoots
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Contribute ideas for the visual interpretation of production requirements in pre-production briefings 1.2 Appraise ideas for shots, taking into account the potential impact on costs, timelines, scripts and technical feasibility  1.3 Survey locations prior to shoots as required 1.4 Plan, prepare and pack camera equipment and accessories required for production requirements  1.5 Check equipment is in working order and fix minor faults or arrange to have them fixed 1.6 Select capture media appropriate and sufficient to meet production requirements 1.7 Anticipate work health and safety (WHS) requirements as they apply to preparation and implementation of shoots 1.8 Complete documentation in line with enterprise procedures
Element:	2. Set up shoots
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Survey sites and determine camera positions to achieve shots and compositions best suited to production requirements 2.2 Liaise with production personnel and talent to generate a range of ideas that offer creative solutions for particular productions  2.3 Appraise ideas for potential impact on costs, timelines, scripts, technical feasibility and suitability to meet production requirements  2.4 Implement lighting plans and install required cables 2.5 Confirm light temperature and exposures are sufficient for production requirements  2.6 Position microphones and conduct audio checks 2.7 Rehearse shots as required
Element:	3. Shoot content
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Check camera movements for implementing planned and rehearsed shots  3.2 Employ photographic principles and techniques to achieve technical and aesthetic requirements  3.3 Coordinate inputs from other crew members as required to achieve desired images  3.4 Confirm captured shots meet editing and other post-production requirements 3.5 Collaborate with other production personnel and respond to direction as required 3.6 Record audio or coordinate sound operations as required 3.7 Apply safe work practices at all times
Element:	4. Wrap up shoots
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Use appropriate manual handling techniques when packing and storing equipment  4.2 Label recorded content ready for post-production 4.3 Check locations are left in original state 4.4 Brief editors and producers on post-production issues  4.5 Complete necessary documentation 4.6 Review and reflect on own performance and note areas for improvement

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course you will be competent in:

• communication and collaboration skills during shoots work within production deadlines
• set up, test and disassemble cameras
  

 

Details of Learning Activities

You will work in small groups and individually to develop three video productions and preproduction paperwork including lighting plans, storyboards, and schedules.

1. In-class activities -
• Demonstration and practical application
• Teacher directed group activities
• Observation and questioning
• Group discussion
• Class Exercises to review discussions
• Workshops & Tutorials

2. Out-of-class activities:
• Group Projects
• Independent project based work
• Online and other research
• Independent study

Teaching Schedule

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

 

	Class content	Assessments
Wk 1	No class
Wk 2	Course and assessments overview. Camera operations workshop - Basic DSLR video recording techniques. Fundamentals of shot sizes and framing for 16:9   “Who am I?” class exercise.
Wk 3	NLE (Non-Linear Editing) workshop Intro to NLE software - Edit and export your “Who am I?” class exercise   Form production teams, concept development and pre-production for A01
Wk 4	Camera operations workshop - Audio recording - Asynchronous, sync, atmos and foley sound for video and film production   Introduce A03 - Shoot Your Own Production Establish schedule and shooting dates for A03 - Shoot Your Own Production
Wk 5	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A01   Final production meeting - teams to report on pre-production and/or shooting progress for A01   Individuals to report on concepts and shooting dates for A03
Wk 6	Fine cut edit, mastering and export - A01 - Shoot a ‘Genre’ Scene   Introduction to A02 - Shoot an Instructional Video Begin working on themes and concepts. Select a production “buddy”	A01 - Shoot a ‘Genre’ Scene
Wk 7	Shooting principles and pre-production processes   Pre-production and/or shooting for A02 – confirm teams
Wk 8	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A02   Final production meeting - teams to report on pre-production and/or shooting progress A02
Wk 9	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A02   Complete final edit, mastering and export for A02	A02 - Shoot an Instructional Video
Wk 10	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A03   Report on pre-production planning
Wk 11	A03 - Production time - Pre-prod or shooting
Wk 12	A03 - Production time - Shooting, assemble edit, rough cut
Wk 13	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A03   A03 - Production time - Rough cut, fine cut, track laying/audio edit
Wk 14	A03 - Production time - Fine cut, track laying/audio edit, mastering set up, export
Wk 15	Work in progress review – Present your progress with A03   A03 - Production time - Track laying/audio edit, mastering set up, export	A03 - Shoot Your Own Production
Wk 16	Review and evaluation of assessments and exercises
Wk 17	Review and evaluation of assessments and exercises

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

Ascher, Steven & Pincus, Edward, 2007 - The Filmmaker's Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide for the Digital Age, Plume

References

You are advised to look at the course Canvas site for ongoing updated information and to make use of RMIT's library database facilities.

Other Resources

Personal data storage device (min 2), personal computer with Premiere, access to Video/Audio capture and lighting equipment as required. Access to RMIT labs with video editing computers.

Overview of Assessment

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

• communicate and collaborate with production personnel and talent during shoots
• work within production deadlines 
• set up, test and disassemble camera, sound and lighting equipment on location
• safely operate a professional video camera and ancillary equipment
• apply photographic and composition techniques to capture shots that produce desired visual effect.

 

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:

• explain roles and responsibilities of key personnel involved in shooting screen content
• describe key creative and technical considerations relevant to shooting screen content in a single camera environment
• identify typical problems that may arise in the context of shooting a wide range of screen content, and briefly describe solutions
• explain how cameras and accessories are used to produce different effects
• explain key framing techniques and principles of shot composition
• describe key features of different types of light-measuring devices
• outline basic principles of lighting that apply in the context of shooting content for screen productions
• describe types of artificial light sources available to camera operators
• outline work health and safety procedures that apply to shooting on location
• describe characteristics of microphones commonly used when shooting screen content.

 

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:

• camera equipment and accessories
• productions which require a range of material to be filmed.

 

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

Assessment Tasks

To demonstrate competency in the course, you will need to complete all of the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive verbal feedback for each assessment.

Assessments in this course are ungraded and graded. The graded assessment task will determine your final grade.

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

Assessments

A01 - Shoot a ‘Genre’ Scene In this assignment you will demonstrate basic skills in pre-production, production and post-production of a video project. Due week 6 - Ungraded

A02 - Shoot an Instructional Video In this assignment you will demonstrate your skills to plan, visualise and complete a short instructional video. Due week 9 - Ungraded

A03 - Shoot Your Own Production Shoot a short video (3 – 5 mins) showcasing your skills in planning, shooting and post-producing a video production. Pre-production and collaborating as a team are a significant aspect of this assessment. Due week 15 - Graded

Results used in this course are as follows:

CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved (Graded)
CA Competency Achieved  (Ungraded)
NYC Not Yet Competent
DNS Did Not Submit

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency. These are available through the course contact in Program administration.

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: rmit.edu.au/students

Attendance
The major learning experience involves studio based exercises, demonstration and production. It is strongly advised that students attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency. Non-attendance may seriously jeopardise the chances of success in a course. Clearly, non-attendance at an assessment will result in failure of that assessment. Where visa conditions apply, attendance is compulsory.

Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications.

Feedback
You will receive verbal feedback during scheduled class times, and written feedback from teachers on your work . Where appropriate, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.

Student Progress (unresolved)
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist you to achieve your learning potential.

Special consideration for Late Submission (unresolved)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension. You can apply in writing for up to a week’s extension from your course teacher. If you need a longer extension, you will need to apply for special consideration.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism (unresolved)
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy go to Academic Integrity.

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