Unit Production Manager free of cost 6 month
Unit Production Manager free of cost 6 month
| Qualifications Pack Code | MES/ Q 2803 | ||
| Job Role | Unit Production Manager This job role is applicable in both national and international scenarios | ||
| Credits (NSQF) | TBD | Version number | 1.0 |
| Sector | Media and Entertainment | Drafted on | 1.0 |
| Sub-sector | Film, Television | Last reviewed on | 08/11/14 |
| Occupation | Production | Next review date | 26/11/14 |
| Job Role | Unit Production Manager |
| Role Description | Key member of the Production Department and responsible for day to day production activities. Note: It is important to note that given the spread of the activities under production, the size of the department can vary significantly by project. The proposed qualification packs provide a typical hierarchy. Where tasks are common across different profiles – the seniormost person would perform the most complex aspects of that task and the junior level persons would perform less complex aspects. |
| NSQF Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications | 6 |
| Class XII, Basic Computer Literacy Graduate in Film Production | |
| Training (Suggested but not mandatory) | Diploma in Film Production |
| Experience | 2-4 Years of work experience |
| Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) | |
| Performance Criteria | As described in the relevant OS units |
| Keywords /Terms | Description |
| Budget | Budget is an estimate of the total cost of production that may include a break-up of cost components |
| Continuity | Continuity represents the seemless transition from one shot to another |
| Copyright Laws | A legal framework linked to intellectual property and the rights given to creators of original products/ concepts |
| Financer | An entity (individual or organization) that provides financing for a project |
| Labour Laws | Legal norms governing the relationship between workers, employers, trade unions and the government |
| Post-production | Post-production is the final finishing phase of the production, where the raw footage is edited, special effects are added, music and sound are integrated, colour correction is done etc. |
| Props | A property, commonly shortened to prop (plural: props), is an object used on stage or on screen by actors during a performance or screen production. In practical terms, a prop is considered to be anything movable or portable on a stage or a set. |
| Screenplay | Screenplay is the script coupled with key characteristics of the scene and directions for acting |
| Script | Script is a structured narrative of a story |
| Set | The background/ scenery visible through the camera (for video production) or directly to the spectator (for theatrical production) |
| Set Etiquette | A set of guidelines that dictate how cast and crew should behave on set and interact with each other |
| Target Audience | Group of people at whom content/ adverting is aimed. A target audience is typically defined by age, gender, economic classification, geography and any other relevant parameters (e.g. Femals, aged 25-40, average monthly household income INR 25,000-50,000, from Hindi speaking states in North India) |
| Timelines | Timelines is a listing of dates by which the production milestones/stages need to be completed |
| Sector | Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. |
| Sub-sector | Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. |
| Vertical | Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain areas or the client industries served by the industry. |
| Occupation | Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an industry |
| Function | Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. |
| Sub-functions | Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfill the achieving the objectives of the function. |
| Job role | Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organization. |
| Occupational Standards (OS) | OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. |
| Performance Criteria | Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task |
| National Occupational Standards (NOS) | NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. |
| Qualifications Pack Code | Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications pack. |
| Qualifications Pack(QP) | Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code. |
| Unit Code | Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard , which isdenoted by an ‘N’. |
| Unit Title | Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. |
| Description | Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. |
| Scope | Scope is the set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on the quality of performance required. |
| Knowledge and Understanding | Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. |
| Organizational Context | Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. |
| Technical Knowledge | Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. |
Unit Production Manager free of cost 6 month
| Core Skills/Generic Skills | Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS , these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. |
| Keywords /Terms | Description |
| NOS | National Occupational Standard(s) |
| QP | Qualifications Pack |
| NVEQF | National Vocational Education Qualifications Framework |
| NVQF | National Vocational Qualifications Framework |
| NSQF | National Skills Qualification Framework |
National Occupational Standard
| Unit Code | MES/ N 2807 |
| Unit Title (Task) | Manage Live Programme Production |
| Description | This OS unit is about coordinating activities and resources during the production of live events and during live studio programming |
| Scope | This unit/task is specific to producers responsible for live content production in television. It covers: Coordinating production activities and resources for the following types of live content: o Live Events: sporting events, cultural events, political events, business events, conferences and seminars and other events of local, regional, national or international importance Live Studio Programming including news bulletins, sports commentary and studio interviews |
| Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope | |
| Element | Performance Criteria |
| Manage live production | To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to: PC1. Understand the technical requirements for live programme production and correctly estimate production requirements PC2. Conduct checks prior to the event to ensure that production can take place smoothly and any needed adjustments are made PC3. Co-ordinate among multiple teams and individuals, sometimes in a high pressure environment and successfully maintain continuity through the event |
| Knowledge and Understanding (K) | |
| A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. The vision and motivations of the creative team (Scriptwriter, Director, Production Designer among others) KA2. Production limitations including details of the location where the event will take place and any constraints on budget, resources and time availability KA3. The role and contribution of key departments involved in production, interdependencies and reporting structures |
| B. Technical Knowledge | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. How to assess live production requirements and create a list of equipment, materials and other resources required KB2. How to estimate the human resource requirements for live programme production KB3. How to assess the suitability of equipment for live production and the required technical specifications (e.g. high speed cameras for production of sporting events) KB4. How to assess ambient sound at the location and make appropriate arrangements for sound recording KB5. How to operate (or instruct someone to operate) a video mixer to switch |
| between different visual streams KB6. How to operate (or instruct someone to operate) an audio mixer to switch between different audio streams KB7. How to operate (or instruct someone to operate) graphics software and machines that allow for on screen graphics, live updates etc. KB8. Available file formats for music/ content, specific requirements for HD production or other specialized programmes and what file formats are acceptable for the current event KB9. Available connectivity options (e.g. satellite, leased lines etc.) to receive audio- visual feeds from various sources KB10. Available play-out equipment and software for broadcasting live events KB11. How to ensure that all production activities minimize risks, including those to the individual’s own health and safety and of the production cast and crew | |
| Skills (S) | |
| A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills | Writing Skills |
| The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. Take notes and mark-up scripts/ concepts to identify equipment, material and people requirements for live programme production SA2. Prepare call sheets, task lists and other types of check lists | |
| Reading Skills | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. Interpret the script/ creative brief/ production concept/ schedule/ budget or any other type of written material SA4. Correctly read user manuals for software and specialized equipment required for live programme production (e.g. mixers, on screen graphics, playout etc.) | |
| Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. Understand the creative vision and objective behind capturing the live event SA6. Identify any constraints/ limitations that affect the production (e.g. time, people, materials, location, budget) SA7. Communicate effectively with the entire production unit, propose alternatives and agree on key decisions | |
| B. Professional Skills | Decision Making |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. Make relevant decisions related to the area of work e.g. sequencing of activities, choice of equipment, production techniques, choice of location, vendor selection etc. |
| Plan and Organize | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. How to prepare a work schedule/ sequence of activities to help the entire production unit plan their work during the event SB3. How to build a contingency plan based on knowledge of similar live events and production risks | |
| Problem Solving | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. Identify any problems with successful execution of the task and resolve them in consultation with the relevant members of the production unit | |
| Analytical Thinking | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB5. How to assess the impact of selecting production techniques, cast, crew, vendors and suppliers on the time, location and budget of the production SB6. How to assess the impact of selecting production techniques, cast, crew, vendors and suppliers on continuity through the event |
| NOS Code | MES / N 2807 | ||
| Credits (NSQF) | TBD | Version number | 1.0 |
| Industry | Media & Entertainment | Drafted on | 08/11/14 |
| Industry Sub-sector | Film, Television, Radio, Advertising | Last reviewed on | 26/11/14 |
| Occupation | Production | Next review date | 07/11/16 |
National Occupational Standard
| Unit Code | MES/ N 2809 |
| Unit Title (Task) | Coordinate Production Activities |
| Description | This OS unit is about coordinating production activities and resources for filming, monitoring progress and highlighting variances to the schedule and budget |
| Scope | This unit/task covers coordinating production activities and resources for the following types of content: Coordinating production activities and resources for the following types of productions: feature films, television series, documentaries, advertisements, animated films, short films, live events, field reporting, interviews and other non- scripted programming (on television or radio), and any other forms of audio- visual production |
| Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope | |
| Element | Performance Criteria |
| Coordinating production activities | To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to: PC1. Break-down the production schedule into a daily task list and manage day to day activities during filming PC2. Lead the full production unit toward successful completion of their tasks PC3. Track progress of filming against the production schedule and budget PC4. Anticipate potential delays/ budget overruns, escalate these to the relevant departments and identify ways to minimize them |
| Knowledge and Understanding (K) | |
| A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. The vision and motivations of the creative team (Scriptwriter, Director, Production Designer among others) KA2. Production limitations including details of shooting locations and any key constraints on budget, resources and time availability KA3. The role and contribution of key departments during filming, interdependencies and reporting structures |
| B. Technical Knowledge | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. How to break down the production schedule into a daily task list with details of personnel, equipment and materials required on set KB2. Working knowledge of photography, visual imagery and operating basic cameras, smart phones and other devices KB3. Available options for transporting equipment and material securely to the location and ensuring safe storage KB4. How to coordinate logistics for the cast and crew including travel, ground transport, accommodation, facilities on set including rest areas and catering KB5. How to coordinate logistics for child artistes and their accompanying adults including travel, ground transport, accommodation, facilities on set including rest areas and catering KB6. How to coordinate logistics for any animals being used for filming including the number of wranglers/ handlers required, their travel, ground transport, |
| accommodation, facilities on set including rest areas and catering and any permissions required from local, state or central authorities for principal photography KB7. How to confirm if all approvals and permissions (from local, state or central authorities) required for filming have been taken, and the points of contact in case of any last minute issues KB8. How to confirm if duties, octroi and any other applicable charges on equipment and material have been paid to the revenue authorities KB9. How to confirm if all required insurance policies have been purchases (e.g. fire insurance, theft insurance and insurance for unintentional damage to equipment) KB10. How to liaise with the Location Manager/ Floor Manager/ Unit Production Manager to ensure that all elements required for filming are in place KB11. In case of damage to or non availability of resources, identify alternatives/ substitutes that can be used without compromising on the production objectives KB12. Prepare a daily progress report at the end of each day and track completion against the production schedule and budget. Anticipate potential delays/ overruns and highlight them to the respective departments KB13. Check against the production schedule that all tasks have been delivered KB14. Observe inventory vs. delivery trends (in fields such as animation and gaming), or planned vs. actual – and make required changes to make the process of scheduling and delivery more effective KB15. Act as a central point of contact for all teams and resolve any interdependency issues that could affect smooth functioning of the unit KB16. How to ensure that all production activities minimize risks, including those to the individual’s own health and safety and of the production cast and crew | |
| Skills (S) | |
| A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills | Writing Skills |
| The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. Take notes and mark-up production schedules and budgets to identify potential areas of concern SA2. Prepare daily call sheets, task lists and other types of check lists SA3. Prepare a daily progress report (on paper or using a computer) and highlight variance against the production schedule and budget | |
| Reading Skills | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. Interpret the script/ creative brief/ production concept/ schedule/ budget or any other type of written material SA5. Correctly read vendor and supplier bills to ensure that expenses are aligned to the production budget | |
| Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. Understand the creative vision of the Director/ Script writer and Producer SA7. Understand the brief from the financer and any constraints/ limitations that affect the production (e.g. time, people, materials, location, budget) SA8. Communicate effectively with the entire production unit, propose alternatives and agree on key decisions |
| Unit Code | MES/ N 2815 |
| Unit Title (Task) | Maintain workplace health and safety |
| Description | This OS unit is about contributing towards maintaining a healthy, safe and secure working environment |
| Scope | This unit/task covers the following: Understanding the health, safety and security risks prevalent in the workplaceKnowing the people responsible for health and safety and the resources availableIdentifying and reporting risksComplying with procedures in the event of an emergency |
| Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope | |
| Element | Performance Criteria |
| Understanding the risks prevalent in the workplace | To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to: PC1. Understand and comply with the organisation’s current health, safety and security policies and procedures PC2. Understand the safe working practices pertaining to own occupation PC3. Understand the government norms and policies relating to health and safety including emergency procedures for illness, accidents, fires or others which may involve evacuation of the premises PC4. Participate in organization health and safety knowledge sessions and drills |
| Knowing the people responsible for health and safety and the resources available | PC5. Identify the people responsible for health and safety in the workplace, including those to contact in case of an emergency PC6. Identify security signals e.g. fire alarms and places such as staircases, fire warden stations, first aid and medical rooms |
| Identifying and reporting risks | PC7. Identify aspects of your workplace that could cause potential risk to own and others health and safety PC8. Ensure own personal health and safety, and that of others in the workplace though precautionary measures PC9. Identify and recommend opportunities for improving health, safety, and security to the designated person PC10. Report any hazards outside the individual’s authority to the relevant person in line with organisational procedures and warn other people who may be affected |
| Complying with procedures in the event of an emergency | PC11. Follow organisation’s emergency procedures for accidents, fires or any other natural calamity in case of a hazard PC12. Identify and correct risks like illness, accidents, fires or any other natural calamity safely and within the limits of individual’s authority |
| Knowledge and Understanding (K) | |
| B. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. Organisation’s norms and policies relating to health and safety KA2. Government norms and policies regarding health and safety and related |
| company / organization and its processes) | emergency procedures KA3. Limits of authority while dealing with risks/ hazards KA4. The importance of maintaining high standards of health and safety at a workplace |
| B. Technical Knowledge | The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. The different types of health and safety hazards in a workplace KB2. Safe working practices for own job role KB3. Evacuation procedures and other arrangements for handling risks KB4. Names and contact numbers of people responsible for health and safety in a workplace KB5. How to summon medical assistance and the emergency services, where necessary KB6. Vendors’ or manufacturers’ instructions for maintaining health and safety while using equipments, systems and/or machines |
| Skills (S) (Optional) | |
| C. Core Skills/ Generic Skills | Writing Skills |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. How to write and provide feedback regarding health and safety to the concerned people SA2. How to write and highlight potential risks or report a hazard to the concerned people | |
| Reading Skills | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. Read instructions, policies, procedures and norms relating to health and safety | |
| Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. Highlight potential risks and report hazards to the designated people SA5. Listen and communicate information with all anyone concerned or affected | |
| D. Professional Skills | Decision making |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. Make decisions on a suitable course of action or plan | |
| Plan and Organize | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. Plan and organize people and resources to deal with risks/ hazards that lie within the scope of one’s individual authority | |
| Problem Solving | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. Apply problem solving approaches in different situations | |
| Critical Thinking | |
| The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. Understand hazards that fall within the scope of individual authority and report all hazards that may supersede one’s authority SB5. Apply balanced judgements in different situations |
NOS Version Control
| NOS Code | MES / N 2815 | ||
| Credits(NSQF) | TBD | Version number | 1.0 |
| Sector | Media and Entertainment | Drafted on | 16/11/14 |
| Sub-sector | Film, Television, Animation, Advertising | Last reviewed on | 26/11/14 |
| Occupation | Post Production | Next review date | 25/11/16 |
| Job Role/Qualification Pack | Unit Production Manager | |||||
| QP- ID | MES Q 2803 | |||||
| NOS | NOS NAME | Weightage | ||||
| 1 | MES/ N 2807 | Manage Live Programme Production | 55% | |||
| 2 | MES/ N 2809 | Coordinate Production Activities | 40% | |||
| 3 | MES/ N 2815 | Maintain workplace health and safety | 5% | |||
| 100% | ||||||
| Guidelines for Assessment: | ||||||
| 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC. | ||||||
| 2. The assessment for the theory & Practical part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the AA and approved by SSC | ||||||
| 3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below) | ||||||
| 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria | ||||||
| 5. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of 70% cumulatively (Theory and Practical) | ||||||
| Job Role | Unit Line Producer | |||||
| NOS CODE | NOS NAME | Performance Criteria | Marks Allocation | |||
| Total Mark | Out Of | Theory | Skills Practical | |||
| MES/ N 2807 | Manage Live Programme Production | PC1. Understand the technical requirements for live programme production and correctly estimate production requirements | 100 | 40 | 20 | 50 |
| PC2. Conduct checks prior to the event to ensure that production can take place smoothly and any needed adjustments are made | 40 | 20 | ||||
| PC3. Co-ordinate among multiple teams and individuals, sometimes in a high pressure environment and successfully maintain continuity through the event | 20 | 10 | ||||
| Total | 100 | 50 | 50 | |||
| MES/ N 2809 | Coordinate Production Activities | PC1. Break-down the production schedule into a daily task list and manage day to day activities during filming | 100 | 30 | 15 | 50 |
| PC2. Lead the full production unit toward successful completion of their tasks | 30 | 15 | ||||
| PC3. Track progress of filming against the production schedule and budget | 20 | 10 | ||||
| PC4. Anticipate potential delays/ budget overruns, escalate these to the relevant departments and identify ways to minimize them | 20 | 10 | ||||
| Total | 100 | 50 | 50 |
MES/ N 2815 |
Maintain workplace health a |
PC1. Understand and comply with the organisation’s current health, safety and security policies and procedures |
100 |
10 |
5 |
50 |
PC2. Understand the safe working practices pertaining to own occupation |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC3. Understand the government norms and policies relating to health and safety including emergency procedures for illness, accidents, fires or others which may involve evacuation of the premises |
5 |
3 | ||||
PC4. Participate in organization health and safety knowledge sessions and drills |
5 |
2 | ||||
PC5. Identify the people responsible for health and safety in the workplace, including those to contact in case of an emergency |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC6. Identify security signals e.g. fire alarms and places such as staircases, fire warden stations, first aid and medical rooms |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC7. Identify aspects of your workplace that could cause potential risk to own and others health and safety |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC8. Ensure own personal health and safety, and that of others in the workplace though precautionary measures |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC9. Identify and recommend opportunities for improving health, safety, and security to the designated person |
5 |
3 | ||||
PC10. Report any hazards outside the individual’s authority to the relevant person in line with organisational procedures and warn other people who may be affected |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC11. Follow organisation’s emergency procedures for accidents, fires or any other natural calamity in case of a hazard |
10 |
5 | ||||
PC12. Identify and correct risks like illness, accidents, fires or any other natural calamity safely and within the limits of individual’s authority |
5 |
2 | ||||
Total |
100 |
50 |
50 |
