Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2024

Course Code: COMM7416C

Course Title: Direct television programs and segments

School: 515T Creative Industries

Campus: City Campus

Program: C5412 - Diploma of Screen and Media (Content Creation)

Course Contact: Andrew Harrison

Course Contact Phone: +61399254350

Course Contact Email: andrew.harrison@rmit.edu.au

Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Teacher: Arie Hirsh

Email: arie.hirsh@rmit.edu.au

 

Nominal Hours: 40

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

Nil

Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to direct television programs and segments that have a clearly defined format. It involves conducting pre-production activities, overseeing production of programs and segments, and reviewing completed materials.

The unit applies to those who are responsible for directing crew, program guests, interviewees or members of the public being filmed for programs. They are members of a production team, and report to an executive producer, news editor or program producer.

National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:	CUADRT411 Direct television programs and segments
Element:	1. Undertake pre-production
Performance Criteria:	1.1 Determine production requirements in consultation with required personnel 1.2 Decide approach that meets production requirements 1.3 Plan single-camera or multi-camera coverage in consultation with required personnel 1.4 Confirm program elements are listed on running sheets in line with organisational procedures
Element:	2. Direct program segments
Performance Criteria:	2.1 Oversee camera, sound check and rehearsal of shots 2.2 Check safety and security procedures are followed 2.3 Provide final briefings to required personnel and respond to queries as required 2.4 Achieve required production style by directing required personnel 2.5 Determine if recorded segments meet production requirements by reviewing segments and re-shooting as required 2.6 Direct editing of segments as required to meet production requirements
Element:	3. Direct programs
Performance Criteria:	3.1 Oversee camera and sound check and rehearsal of shots 3.2 Provide final briefings to required personnel, and respond to queries as required 3.3 Direct cameras and operations according to production requirements 3.4 Direct live switches as required 3.5 Monitor and control pace and flow of programs
Element:	4. Review programs
Performance Criteria:	4.1 Debrief with required personnel about whether programs met production requirements 4.2 Note suggestions for improvement for future use 4.3 Finalise documentation and confirm required copies of programs are stored according to legislative and organisational procedures

Learning Outcomes

Refer to Elements and Performance Criteria

Details of Learning Activities

In this program, structured learning occurs in the classroom and through completion of assessment. However, as an independent learner you will also be engaged in unstructured activities such as private study and practice of technical skills required in using cameras, lighting and sound equipment and editing tools . You are also expected to  familiarise yourself with different aspects of the screen and media industry. This includes spending time engaged in attending films and film festivals, watching streamed content, attending industry events and exhibitions and building relationships with industry bodies such as Screen Producers Australia and the Australian Society of Cinematographers.

In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:

• demonstrations and practical application
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussions
• screenings
• online research
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• Industry examples and case studies

Out-of class activities include, but are not limited to:

• reading set texts
• research
• screenings
• production work
• independent project based work 

Teaching Schedule

Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

Week	Class Content	Assessment
1	Introduction to Directing TV Victoria Industry Code of Conduct and WHS Radio Theatre switch-on and equipment introduction EXERCISE: Play with Studio Cameras and Vision Switcher
2	Outside of the Box - POWERPOINT presentation TV studio Roles and Responsibilities Live production Running Sheets Introduction to V-Mix EXERCISE: Control Room and Studio Roles introduction
3	Recap Production requirements and contingency plans Audio and Lighting Exercise: Control Room and Studio Audio and Lighting
4	Lesson - Why Preproduction is important. Prep lesson for Assessment task 1 - Knowledge Questions DEADLINE WEEK for Assessment Task 1	Assessment 1- Knowledge Questions Due
5	Look at AT2 - Interview Segment. Interviewing - POWERPOINT lesson Brainstorm interview ideas Create AT2 Production Teams 1st Preproduction Meeting for creative teams EXERCISE: Studio control room and Teleprompter tests
6	How to Direct a control room team. 2nd Production Meeting - Control Room and Studio Teams Creative 1st draft running sheets EXERCISE: V-Mix - Graphics PLUS VMIX connect phone camera for remote interviews.
7	Production Meeting - all teams. Testing and Recording interview segments for Assessment Task 2	Assessment 2- Interview Segment - Due Next week
8	Recording interview segments for Assessment Task 2 DEADLINE WEEK for Assessment Task 2	Assessment 2 - Interview Segment Due
9	Look at Assessment Task 3 - TV Program Lesson - Directing Panel Shows, a Variety Shows or Quiz Shows, examples, and techniques. Brainstorm TV show ideas AT3 Production Teams and 1st PreProduction Meeting EXERCISE: Talkback and Camera Shots and composition.
10	2nd PreProduction Meeting - Control Room and Studio Teams Production documentation and 1st draft running sheets EXERCISE: V-Mix - Graphics tests PLUS VMIX EVS playback to studio monitor tests.
11	Production Meeting for AT3 - all teams Time for redrafting script Graphics tests EXERCISE: All control room equipment and studio equipment tests
12	Prep for Assessment Task 3 - TV Program Groups equipment test and rehearse TV Program	Assessment 3 - TV Program - Due Week 15
13	Groups continues equipment tests and rehearse TV Program Groups record TV segments	Assessment 3 - TV Program - Due Week 15
14	Groups equipment test and rehearse TV Program Groups record TV segments	Assessment 3 - TV Program - Due next week
15	Groups equipment test and rehearse TV Program Groups record TV segments DEADLINE WEEK for Assessment Task 3	Assessment 3 - TV Program Due
16	Review of student work - Assessment Task 3 - TV Programs

 

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None

References

You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing updated information.

Other Resources

Other resources for this course are available on Canvas.

The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through Study Support:
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab

Overview of Assessment

Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.

Assessment Tasks

Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria.

Assessment Task 1 - Unit Knowledge Questions. In this knowledge assessment you are asked to answer six (6) questions which relate to screen and media industries. Please answer all questions using full sentences. Due Date: week 4

Assessment Task 2 - Interview Segment. You will direct a production of an interview segment involving two people. One of these people will be the ‘Host’ and the other the ‘Interviewee’. This assessment will be conducted in one of the RMIT Studios. Date Due: weeks 7 to 8

Assessment Task 3 - TV Program. You will direct a production of a TV Program. The format for the TV Program can be Panel Show, Variety Show or Quiz Show. The Interview segment from Assessment 2 must be an insert for the TV Program. This assessment will be conducted in one of the RMIT Studios. Date Due: weeks 13 to 15

Assessment Tasks 1, 2 and 3 are to be finalised by no later than end of Semester 2 Week 16.

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency based assessment are:

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 are available through the course contact in Program administration.

Other Information

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.

 

Information about your studies:

You can access Student Essentials through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

 

Assessment:

Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):

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

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

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

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit

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