Course Title: Manage media assets
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: VART6383C
Course Title: Manage media assets
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6151 - Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media
Course Contact: Andrew Harrison
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4350
Course Contact Email: andrew.harrison@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Angela How
Email: angela.how@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will cover skills and knowledge required to implement systems and processes to manage media assets for screen productions and digital projects.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPOS402 Manage media assets |
Element: |
1. Establish procedures for managing content and outputs |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Confirm media asset management requirements with relevant personnel1.2 Set up file naming system for projects based on standard conventions and protocols1.3 Source and review storage repository and back-up systems appropriate for projects1.4 Set up processes to record information required for tracking formal documents and media assets1.5 Establish conventions for recording progress and locations of media assets1.6 Develop strategies for tracking and recording media assets1.7 Brief team members on the media asset management system, including the process for advising personnel of problems encountered as the system is implemented |
Element: |
2. Record documentation and media assets |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Document sources of media assets according to enterprise procedures2.2 Document progress and details of a range of project outputs2.3 Maintain records of technical information on work in progress2.4 Maintain copyright and permissions information2.5 Track media assets and record information according to established system2.6 Maintain version control and identify status of interim products, prototypes and other media assets2.7 Respond to and resolve problems encountered as the system is implemented, seeking specialist assistance as required |
Element: |
3. Finalise projects |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Confirm procedures and schedule for signing-off projects with relevant personnel3.2 Determine requirements for archiving3.3 File and index formal documents and scripts according to agreed project or enterprise procedures and timelines3.4 Archive media assets in established repository system in line with industry practice3.5 Check relevant personnel have ongoing access to formal documents and media assets developed for projects3.6 Review effectiveness of the media asset management system and note areas for future improvement |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this competency, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and processes to manage media assets for screen productions and digital projects.
Details of Learning Activities
In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
- demonstration and practical application
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussions
- screenings
- online research
- independent project based work
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- group planning and development of scoreboards for assessment
Out-of class activities include, but are not limited to:
- reading set texts
- research
- screenings
- production work
- independent project based work
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on student needs and availability of resources.
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Week
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Class content |
Assessment |
Week 1 |
• Includes class exercises and discussion |
Reminder Assessment Task 1
Part 1 Due Week 2 (scheduled class time);
Part 2 Due Week 3 |
Week 2 |
Assessment Task 1: File structure and accessing data
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Due: Assessment Task 1
Part 1 (scheduled class time)
Reminder Assessment Task 1
Part 2 Due Week 3 |
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Week 3
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Assessment 1 – Part 2 – In-class meeting with the student data wrangler of your project.
Assessment 2 – What is required?
Note: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production.
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Due: Assessment Task 1 Part 2
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Week 4
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Review of Assessment 1 in preparation for production Class feedback
Note: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. |
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Week 5
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Assessment Task 2: Major Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. |
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Week 6
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Student Short Film Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 7
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Student Short Film Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 8
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Student Short Film Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 9
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Student Short Film Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 10
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Student Short Film Production
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 11
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Student Short Film Production Assessment 2 – one-on-one review sessions
Note: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment. |
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Week 12
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Student Short Film Production Assessment 2 – one-on-one review sessions
Note 1: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students not scheduled to work on productions.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production. Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Week 13
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Assessment 2 – one-on-one review sessions Assessment 3 – What is required?
Note 1: Class Session resumes.
Note 2: Assessment 2 is a rolling assessment through production and post production Please read Assessment Schedule for Assessment 2 on Canvas, and be punctual for your scheduled assessment.
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Reminder Assessment Task 2
Due Week 14
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Week 14
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Note: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students to work on Assessment 3.
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Due: Assessment Task 2
Reminder Assessment Task 3
Due Week 15 |
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Week 15
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Note: Class this week will be a self-work studio session for students to work on Assessment 3. |
Due: Assessment Task 3
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Week 16
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• Review of Assessment Task 3 |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other resources for this course are available on Canvas
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in practical exercises, knowledge assessment tasks and practical projects.
Assessment Tasks
For each assessment task you will receive a detailed brief specifying requirements
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard.You will receive feedback on all assessments.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1 - Media Asset Management - Preproduction. The student post producer / asset manager will, in collaboration with a student data wrangler, establish a file management system for asset management, and a post-production schedule GANNT Chart for your semester 2 major production. Due Date: week 3
Assessment Task 2 - Media Asset Management - Production and Post-production. You will continue your role as the student post producer/asset manager working in collaboration with a (student) data wrangler to implement systems and processes to manage the media assets for the semester two major screen production undertaken as part of this program. You will use the media assets management system and post-production GANNT Chart developed in assessment task one to manage the media assets on this production, record the progress and location of the media assets making changes and adjustments as needed. Due Date: week 14
Assessment Task 3 - Media Asset Management - Evaluation. This assessment is in two parts, firstly you the student director / asset manager will review the effectiveness of your established media asset management system and your post-production schedule GANNT Chart for your semester 2 major production and reflect on areas for future improvement. Secondly you are required to respond to nine short answer questions to reflect and evaluate your progress in editing for the screen and demonstrate your knowledge in managing media assets. Due Date: week 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 demonstrated 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:
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
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 My Studies 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.
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.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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