Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2018
Course Code: VART6391C
Course Title: Shoot a wide range of screen content
School: 345T Media and Communication
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5350 - Diploma of Screen and Media
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: Angela How
Phone: 03 9925 4350
Email: angela.how@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 70
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set up and shoot a wide range of screen content using professional video equipment in a single camera environment.
It applies to individuals who usually work without supervision, either as employees of a production house or as freelancers on assignment. Individuals often need to collaborate with producers, directors and production professionals to achieve the camera, sound and lighting outcomes of the shoot.
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 competency, you will have developed the skills and knowledge required to prepare, set up and shoot a wide range of screen content using professional video equipment in a single camera environment.
Details of Learning Activities
In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to:
• demonstration and practical application
• peer teaching and class presentations
• group discussion
• screenings
• online research
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
• group planning & development of camera & lighting assessments.
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 class needs and availability resources.
Week |
Class content – Semester 1 |
Assessment
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Week 1
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Week 2
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Week 3
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Week 4
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Reminder Assessment Task 1 (ungraded): Essential knowledge written test due next week |
Week 5
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Assessment Task 1 (non-graded): Essential knowledge written task
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Assessment Task 1 (ungraded): Essential knowledge written test
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Week 6
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Reminder Assessment Task 2 ungraded): Operations test due next week |
Week 7
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Assessment Task 2 (ungraded): Practical Operations test
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Assessment Task 2 (ungraded): Practical Operations test |
Week 8 |
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Week 9
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Reminder Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production starts next week (Weeks 10 to 13) |
Week 10
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Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables – handout and on Canvas |
Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production
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Week 11
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Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables – handout and on Canvas |
Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production |
Week 12
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Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables – handout and on Canvas |
Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production |
Week 13
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Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables – handout and on Canvas |
Assessment Task 3 (ungraded): Interview Production |
Week 14
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Week 15
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Week 16
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Class content – Semester 2 |
Assessment |
Week 1
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Week 2
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Reminder Assessment Task 4 (ungraded): Camera movement, composition and lighting due next week |
Week 3
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Assessment Task 4 (ungraded): Camera Movement, Composition and Lighting
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Assessment Task 4 (ungraded): Camera movement, composition and lighting
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Week 4
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Camera documents
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Reminder Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production starts next week
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Week 5
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 6
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 7 |
Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 8
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 9
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 10
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 11
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 12
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 13
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 14
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 15
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Week 16
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production Note: Rolling Assessment will take place. Please read the Camera-Lighting-Sound Assessment Schedule for submission of assessment deliverables– handout and on Canvas
Crew roles will change with each production
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Assessment Task 5 (graded): Major Production |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
LIGHTING FOR DIGITAL VIDEO AND TELEVISION, Third Edition John Jackman, Focal Press |
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VIDEO PRODUCTION HANDBOOK, FifthEdition Gerald Millerson and Jim Owens, Focal Press |
References
Musberger, R Single-camera Video Production (5th Ed) Focal Press 2010 (available in the Library) |
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Bordwell, D & Thompson, K. Film Art: An Introduction McGraw-Hill, 2003 |
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Langford, M Langford's Basic Photography Focal Press 2007 (available in the Library but everyone should own a copy of this reference) |
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Katz, S Film Directing Shot By Shot: Visualizing From Concept To Screen, Michael Wiese, 1991 |
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 team based projects.
Assessment Tasks
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment to a satisfactory standard.
You will receive feedback on all assessment and where indicated, you will receive a grade. Graded assessment tasks are equally weighted and will determine your final result for this course.
Semester 1
ASSESSMENT TASKS (ungraded):
1. Assessment Task 1: Essential knowledge written task (ungraded). This is a short answer written test. Due Date: week 5
2. Assessment Task 2: Practical operations test (ungraded). This is a timed practical test of the set up, operation and pack up of video production equipment . Due Date: week 7
3. Assessment Task 3: Interview Production (ungraded). This is the practical filming, lighting and location sound recording for an approved interview. Due Dates: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule (on blackboard), weeks 10 to 13
Assessment Tasks 1, 2 and 3 to be finalised by no later than end of semester 1 Week 16.
Semester 2
ASSESSMENT TASK (ungraded):
4. Assessment Task 4: Camera Movement, Composition and Lighting (ungraded). This is a practical filming and lighting task completed on campus. Due Date: week 3
ASSESSMENT TASK (graded):
5. Assessment Task 5: Major Production (graded). This is the production of an approved short film. Due Date: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule (on blackboard), weeks 7 to 16.
Assessment Tasks 4 and 5 to be finalised by no later than end of semester 2 Week 16.
Grading criteria for graded assessment can be found on the course canvas site.
You will be assessed using the following grades:
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.
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit
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