Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: VART6384C
Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5349 - Diploma of 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
Rowan Humphrey
rowan.humphrey@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 70
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
The aim of this course is to enable learners to compose shots, position a camera and microphones, select appropriate lens, and lighting equipment, operate a camera and field mixer. The course aims to develop the skills and knowledge required by a camera person who usually works without supervision to shoot television content using professional video equipment. The person undertakes the preparation and technical aspects of a shoot, including camera, sound and lights.
On occasion, the camera person works with a sound recordist or lighting technician and may coordinate their operations. Other duties may include manipulation of cameras, e.g. on dolly tracks and cable control.
Program styles covered by this unit include news and current affairs, corporate videos, coverage of events and relatively complex documentary materials. Typically the camera person contributes creatively to outcomes and works collaboratively with producers or directors, either as an employee of a production house or as a freelancer on assignment.
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 successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
You will be able to:
- Set up and operate a professional video camera
- Compose shots/address lighting conditions
- Select and use corrective filters and lens
- Coordinate crew to position and operate camera
- Monitor the quality of the moving image
- Set up and operate a professional field mixer
- Operate as a ‘News’ style crew to record short interviews
- Operate as a crew to produce a television segment
Details of Learning Activities
In class activities will include a range of teacher directed group activities, projects, class exercises, review discussions/lectures and independent project based work.
Out-of-class activities include completion of individual design and pre-production work, preparation for class presentations and location excursions/production work. Online research and occasional outside of class time group discussions will be required to maintain project work.
Teaching Schedule
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 |
Semester 1 Schedule: Planned Activities (Subject to change) Shoot and Media courses focus on Electronic News Gathering (ENG) in semester 1. Shoot focuses on Electronic Field Production(EFP) in semester 2. |
1 | Shoot ENG Introduction to small crew ENG style production
Maintain Battery Supply. (UHDTV from IBC) Compose shots, position a camera and microphones, select appropriate lens, and lighting equipment, operate a camera and field mixer Analyze the ‘News Rounds’ project, The ‘Interview’ brief and also discuss second semester EFP ‘Fusion’ productions. homework for this course you will need watch:
Crew ABC FactCheck in roles of Camera, assistant, FM Cam op, Lx/TD, DA, Audio, GFX. Productions are recorded in RMIT Media precinct weekly between February and June and July to mid December
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2 | Shoot ENG
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3 | Setting up and operating a professional field mixer. Vision and audio monitor rack. OB rack. |
4 | Assignment - Shoot1of3 in conjunction with Media1of2 – ENG ‘News’ exercise field rotations Channel 1 News News Rounds Operating as a ‘News’ style crew to record short interviews.
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5 | ‘News’ exercise field rotations Channel 2 News -Scripting in relation to the Interview assignment Shoot2of3 and Media2of2 |
6 | ‘News’ exercise field rotations Channel 3 News |
7 | ‘News’ exercise field rotations Channel 4 News -Presentation of Draft Concepts /Scheduling ENG interview shoots |
8 | Assignment – Shoot2of3 in conjunction with Media2of2 Shooting ENG ‘Interview’ see Interview Brief
In each class (3) groups will shoot Interviews and (1) group will work on completing scripts and documents for their videos |
Easter Holiday Break | |
9 | Shoot ‘Interviews’ |
10 | Shoot ‘Interviews’ |
11 | ANZAC day and no class Thursday to maintain continuity |
12 | Shoot2of3 Review ENG LocCheck documents from shoots against footage. |
13 | Shoot ‘Interviews’/Review camera shots against ENG LocCheck on Flow Logger. |
14 | Shoot ‘Interviews’/Review camera shots against ENG LocCheck on Flow Logger. |
15 | Review camera shots against ENG LocCheck on Flow Logger. |
16 | Review camera shots against ENG LocCheck on Flow Logger. |
VE week |
Semester 2 Schedule:- Planned Activities (subject to change) |
1 |
Shoot EFP. Introduction to large crew Electronic Field Production style production/ Pre-production planning for “Collide”. Scheduling crews and Location Management issues. Review ‘ENG Interviews’. Deal with Location issues for Multi camera ‘OB’ production including RMIT risk assess.doc and broadcast equipment. System drawings and specifications. OB racks and Mediornet. See Broadcast Install Plans. |
2 |
Dealing with production lighting by others and field monitoring/metering. Setting an f Stop. Coordinating cameras. Coverage of a band. Cross shooting and same side. Camera Exercises. Light meter/camera with contrast range of 5 stops, picking exposure stop for face and range below to black and above to peak white. Also set exposure value for meter/cameras when on daylight and daylight with ND. |
3 | Assignment - Shoot3of3 Fusion Prodn’s 1 & 2 |
4 | Assignment - Shoot3of3 Fusion Prodn’s 3 & 4 |
5 | Assignment - Shoot3of3 Fusion Prodn’s 5 & 6 |
6 | Wrap “Collide” gear. Review Observer checklists and revise for outstanding questions. |
7 | Camera prep and wrap and OB rig review – Mediornet – CCU build |
8 | Camera opportunities for remaining candidates and revision of questions |
9 | Final review of assignments/observer checklists and questionaires |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
You are advised to look at myRMIT for ongoing updated information.
It is recommended that you bring materials to classes to make notes, for example;
a pen and notepaper or a laptop computer. You will need to have either a USB thumb drive or a USB/Thunderbolt Harddrive (or both) to store and manage your media. Your teacher will advise you what to get when classes commence.
The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. Lynda.com is available via your Library login.
The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment invovles the demonstration of crew roles and technical camera, lighting and sound recording skills in a range of settings.
Assessment Tasks
[Graded Course]
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment tasks to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments and once you have demonstrated competency you will also receive a grade for your final assessment task. The graded assessment task will determine your final result for this course. (Refer to myRMIT for grading rubric).
Ungraded assessment tasks
- Shoot1of3 – Camera crew for ‘Newsrounds’. Due weeks 4-7
- Shoot2of3 – Shoot Location Interviews. Due week 12
Graded assessment task
- Shoot3of3 – Shoot EFP "Collide" events and complete knowledge questionnaire Due week 9 of Semester 2.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on myRMIT for full assessment criteria.
Results that apply to Graded courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CHD Competent with High Distinction
CDI Competent with Distinction
CC Competent with Credit
CAG Competency Achieved - Graded
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
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions:
You must complete and sign a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions.
http://mams.rmit.edu.au/s1llva641yxuz.pdf
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/assessment-policy
Student Progress:
Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/acadprogress
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/assessment/adjustment
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/academic-integrity
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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