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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify elements of effective presentation to camera
   • Watch various television, video and web series programs and identify factors that might attract or alienate viewers
   • Discuss effective presentation styles with colleagues and/or mentors
   • Identify factors a presenter can use to foster viewer loyalty
2. Develop techniques for reading scripted material
   • Break sentences into logical chunks to emphasise key information
   • Use vocal range and vary pace to deliver scripted material naturally
   • Use a range of vocal techniques to aid in communicating information and care for vocal health
   • Check and use correct pronunciation of words
3. Develop techniques for communicating effectively on camera
   • Use camera lens to engage viewers
   • Use strategies to show respect and build rapport with listeners
   • Maintain a natural, steady eye-line while reading script from an autocue
   • Avoid visual distraction by minimising body movements and gestures
   • Dress in a manner appropriate to the program, avoiding clothes that may be visually distracting
   • Present information in a way that draws the listener into the message being conveyed
   • Recover from presentation errors calmly and respond to equipment malfunction with minimum disruption to program flow
4. Record scripted material for broadcast
   • Rehearse piece to camera to check sound and vision quality meets production requirements
   • Record scripted material according to production requirements
   • Record material again if required, incorporating feedback on performance from production personnel
   • Evaluate own performance to identify areas for improvement

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

read scripted materials pronouncing words correctly and using features of the voice to convey key information effectively

rehearse and present information to a camera, reading from an autocue, using an effective and natural on-camera presentation style

respond to presentation errors or equipment problems without disrupting presentation flow

work collaboratively with others to achieve production requirements

evaluate own performance and identify areas for improvement.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

explain why it is important for a presenter to build positive relationships with listeners

list and describe factors that could attract or alienate listeners

describe the range of presentation styles, vocal techniques and non-verbal communication styles used to convey information in front of a camera

identify work health and safety requirements as they relate to vocal care.

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