OCNLR

Level 2

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OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCNLR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 3493 hours.

Qualification Level

Level 2

Awarding Body

OCNLR

Syllabus Units

133 Units

Guided Hours

3493 hrs

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Using Social Media for Promotion

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Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse the suitability of different social media platforms for promoting a specific creative product or service.
Develop a coherent promotional concept that aligns with a given brand identity and target audience.
Create sample social media content that effectively communicates a promotional message.
Evaluate the potential effectiveness of a promotional idea using appropriate criteria.
Present a promotional plan clearly, justifying choices with reference to audience and platform research.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Craft Design Style

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Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse the defining characteristics of major craft design movements such as Arts and Crafts, Art Nouveau and Modernism.
Compare and contrast the design elements of given craft objects to determine their stylistic affiliations.
Apply appropriate design terminology to describe and evaluate craft pieces.
Investigate key social, cultural and technological influences that shape craft design styles.
Construct a reflective critique of a chosen design style's relevance to contemporary craft practice.
Evaluate the impact of a specific design movement on your own craft work.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Digital Animation

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to create a character sheet for an animated character., Be able to make line tests and animatics., Be able to work from a storyboard to create a digital animation., Be able to review ?nal animation.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Textiles

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know materials and equipment used for textile production., Be able to design textile items., Be able to plan how to produce textile items., Be able to use materials and equipment for textile production., Be able to use textile techniques., Be able to use textile techniques to produce articles., Be able to review own work., Be able to follow health and safety guidelines when producing textile items.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Awareness of converging digital technology in the Creative Media sector

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the use of digital technology within the Creative Media sector., Understand the implications of converging technology on the workforce in a particular Creative Media industry., Know how converging technology has been exploited to reach new audiences and generate revenue., Be able to plan a research exercise to test an idea for exploiting converging technology

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Performing Physical Theatre

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand health and safety measures relating to physical theatre., Be able to engage safely in physical theatre., Be able to demonstrate movements for physical theatre., Be able to choreograph simple physical performance sequences., Be able to receive, respond to and give feedback on performance., Be able to reflect on own performance.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Oral Storytelling for Performance

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to research and select stories for oral storytelling., Be able to use techniques for memorising stories for oral storytelling., Be able to develop a style of storytelling through rehearsal and reflection., Be able to perform oral storytelling for an audience., Be able to review own storytelling performance.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Creating a Digital Video Sequence

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to investigate the world of digital video., Be able to plan the pre-production and the original video to a specific brief., Be able to record and test the video footage., Understand how to review the video against the original brief.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Acting Methodologies

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know different methodologies of acting., Be able to employ diverse approaches to acting., Understand the changing functions of an actor’s relationship with an audience.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Practical Presentation Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the skills involved in preparing and delivering presentations., Be able to use different visual aids and delivery styles in presentations., Be able to plan a presentation., Be able to deliver a presentation., Be able to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Audition Techniques

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the need for preparation of the voice, body and mind for audition purposes., Understand audition processes and requirements., Be able to perform a monologue to an audition panel.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Technical Skills for Performance in the Arts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify relevant health and safety measures for performance in the arts.
Explain the importance of health and safety measures in a performance context.
Contribute to the creative process of developing a performance.
Apply technical skills during rehearsals.
Perform effectively in a live or recorded performance.
Reflect on personal performance and identify areas for improvement.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Use Materials and Resources to Develop Photography Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Use materials and resources to develop photography techniques.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Preparation for Employment in the Creative and Digital Industries

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to recognise employment opportunities in the creative and digital industries., Be able to recognise own strengths and weaknesses., Know how to achieve own career goals., Understand the value of CVs and portfolios in personal and career development.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Interactive Multimedia Concepts

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to investigate interactive multimedia technologies and products., Be able to plan an interactive multimedia product to a specific brief., Be able to create save and test the interactive multimedia product., Understand how to review the interactive multimedia product against the original brief.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Multi-Track Audio Recording

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Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the process of multi-track recording and mixing., Be able to prepare for recording operations., Be able to use a multi-track audio mixer and recording device/software.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Effective Communication in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the importance of effective communication in the workplace
Identify different types of communication used in a creative workplace
Select appropriate communication methods for given situations
Demonstrate effective written communication in a work-related context
Demonstrate effective oral communication in a work-related context

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Effective Learning in the Creative and Digital Industries

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the demands of a course of study in the creative and digital industries.
Explain how personal challenges and aspirations can impact on their course of study.
Compare different ways of learning and relate them to their own preferences.
Apply self- and peer assessment techniques to improve own learning.
Evaluate how working with others can help improve own learning.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Oral Communication Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Prepare and deliver a clear oral presentation to an audience.
Demonstrate active listening skills by accurately summarising spoken information.
Respond appropriately to questions about the presentation content.
Contribute constructively to a group discussion on a given topic.
Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of own oral presentation skills.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Fashion Drawing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Create original fashion illustrations that communicate design intent.
Assemble a range of materials and visual references to inform fashion illustration work.
Apply a variety of fashion illustration techniques to produce different effects.
Use line and tone effectively with a range of media to depict fabric, form, and detail.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Global Warming and Climate Change

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Key Learning Objectives:

Define global warming and climate change and explain the difference between them.
Explain the main causes of global warming and climate change, including human activities.
Describe the environmental impacts of global warming and climate change.
Identify examples of local, national, and international action to address climate change.
Evaluate personal actions that can reduce an individual's impact on climate change.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Digital Content Creation – Text and Image

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Design a digital publication layout that effectively integrates text and images for a specified audience
Apply typographic principles to enhance readability and visual hierarchy in a digital publication
Combine text with digital images using appropriate software tools
Edit and format text and images to meet publication specifications
Produce a final digital publication that is print-ready or screen-ready

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Typography

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Key Learning Objectives:

Describe the functions of typography in visual communication.
Explain how typography influences readability and mood.
Identify formal elements of typography, including typeface, size, weight, and spacing.
Apply typographic principles to create a design piece.
Evaluate the effectiveness of typographic choices in a given context.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Producing a TV Package

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Generate a viable story idea for a TV package.
Plan and prepare a production schedule and shot list.
Operate a range of production equipment to capture footage.
Review recorded footage and provide constructive feedback.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Research for Creative Media Production

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use research methods and techniques to gather material for a media production., Be able to use research methods and techniques to investigate an existing media product., Know about research methods and techniques., Be able to present results of research.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Voice Skills for Actors

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to apply appropriate voice preparation techniques., Be able to apply vocal techniques to speech., Be able to use vocal techniques to interpret character.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Making Dance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to warm up and cool down., Be able to participate in trust building exercises., Be able to create movement phrases., Be able to combine movement phrases., Be able to dance with a partner or small group.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Computer Game Development

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Be able to plan a digital game to a specific brief.2. Be able to design the game and test plan.3. Be able to create games from designs.4. Understand how to review the game against the original brief.5. Be able to log and record project data.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Produce Craft Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Plan the production of a craft item, including resource identification and scheduling.
Produce a craft item using appropriate techniques and materials.
Evaluate the creative and craft making processes, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Sampling

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to record samples., Be able to edit samples., Be able to apply digital signal processing functions., Be able to manage and store samples and program data.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Game Design Concepts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to investigate digital games., Be able to plan a digital game to a specific brief., Be able to design the game and test plan., Understand how to review the game against the original brief.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Time Management

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify key principles of effective time management
Explain the importance of time management in a creative workplace
Apply time-management techniques to plan a working day
Evaluate personal time-management effectiveness and suggest improvements

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Music for Performance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain how music can create mood and atmosphere in performance.
Demonstrate music-making skills in a performance context.
Apply rhythm and tempo to enhance a performance.
Select appropriate music for a given performance.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Ethical and Political Issues Relating to Land-Based Activities

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Key Learning Objectives:

Identify an ethical or political issue relevant to horticulture, environmental conservation, or animal care.
Research the chosen issue using a range of appropriate sources.
Analyse the key arguments and differing views surrounding the issue.
Explain personal views on the issue, supported by evidence and reasoning.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Project in Sustainability

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Plan a sustainability project, including setting clear objectives, identifying resources, and creating a timeline.
Undertake a sustainability project, implementing planned activities and adapting to challenges.
Present the results of a sustainability project using appropriate formats and media.
Reflect on the sustainability project, evaluating outcomes and identifying areas for personal development.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Art Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Source and critically evaluate a range of research materials relevant to a given art project brief.
Produce a structured project plan that includes timelines, resource requirements, and creative milestones.
Record the iterative development of ideas through sketchbooks, digital documentation, and annotations.
Execute a finished art project that demonstrates competent use of chosen media and techniques.
Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the completed project through a thorough reflective analysis.
Demonstrate consistent application of health and safety procedures when using materials, tools, and equipment.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Devising Drama

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Devise scenes that incorporate clear character, situation, and story elements.
Structure devised scenes with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
Apply a chosen style and angle to devised scenes.
Engage with character and situation through improvisation and rehearsal.
Demonstrate technical acting skills including voice, movement, and gesture.
Review own devising drama work against intended outcomes.
Identify strengths and areas for improvement in own devising process.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Adobe Web Communication Using Dreamweaver

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify project requirements for a website, including purpose, target audience, and content needs.
Plan a site structure and page layout, creating wireframes or mockups.
Use Dreamweaver tools to manipulate image properties such as size, alignment, and alt text.
Add text, images, and multimedia content to web pages using Dreamweaver.
Organise website content using folders, templates, and library items.
Review and maintain a website by checking for broken links, validating code, and updating content.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Pre-Production Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify a range of pre-production techniques used in creative projects
Explain the purpose and content of different pre-production documents
Plan a creative project, outlining resources, timelines, and contingencies
Produce pre-production documents that meet industry standards
Review pre-production documents against project requirements
Evaluate the effectiveness of the pre-production process

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Solving Work-Related Problems

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify common workplace problems in creative and digital industries
Explain the importance of seeking help for workplace problems
Describe sources of help available for workplace problems
Apply a structured problem-solving approach to a given workplace scenario
Evaluate the effectiveness of different problem-solving strategies

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Health and Safety in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the health, safety and welfare responsibilities of employers and employees in a creative workplace.
Explain the purpose and importance of risk assessments in maintaining a safe working environment.
Describe the main stages of a risk assessment process.
Identify common workplace hazards in creative and digital environments and their potential risks.
Explain how to control risks from common workplace hazards using the hierarchy of control.
Describe the procedures for reporting accidents and incidents in the workplace.
Explain the actions to take in the event of an accident or emergency in a creative workplace.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Research Techniques in Visual Art

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to apply research techniques in visual art., Be able to record research activities in visual art., Be able to present results of research in visual art.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Digital Photography

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about digital cameras., Be able to use a digital camera., Be able to plan a photo-shoot., Be able to take photographs using a digital camera., Be able to edit and review photographs taken.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Applying for a Job

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to apply for jobs., Be able to prepare a job application.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Performance Improvisation Techniques

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know health and safety relating to performance., Be able to develop ideas for performance., Be able to use improvisation as a means of exploration., Know how to use improvisation to explore material., Be able to reflect on own performance.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Media Audiences and Products

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how a media industry identifies audiences for its products, Understand how media products are constructed for specific audiences, Understand how audiences can respond to media products.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Working to a Visual Arts Brief

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to work to fulfil the requirements of a visual arts brief., Be able to develop and present own ideas in response to a visual arts brief., Be able to produce a final outcome according to a visual arts brief., Be able to present finished visual arts work in response to a given brief., Be able to review own visual art work, produced to fulfil a given brief.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Team Building Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand characteristics of a team leader., Know about leadership skills/style., Understand team roles and personalities., Know how to set clear objectives for the team.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Broadcast Journalism

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the principles of broadcast journalism, Be able to plan for a broadcast, Be able to produce a broadcast

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Sound and Music Production

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the basic nature of sound., Be able to use technical language relating to sound and acoustics.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Working in a Team

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the advantages and disadvantages of having a team complete a task., Understand the behaviours needed for effective teamwork., Be able to recognise the strengths, skills and experiences of team members., Be able to agree roles and responsibilities within the team in relation to a given task., Be able to work positively as a member of a team., Be able to reflect on the performance of a team.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Programming Fundamentals

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Be able to use the different data types provided by the programming language.2. Be able to use assignment statements to calculate results from expressions using basic mathematical functions.3. Be able to use selection commands.4. Be able to use loops.5. Be able to use subroutines.6. Be able to use functions.7. Be able to use arrays.8. Be able to use logical operators AND, OR and NOT.9. Be able to read from and write to data files.10. Be able to debug a program.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Choreographing Dance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to demonstrate choreographic skills., Be able to direct a choreographed dance piece., Be able to review own choreographic ability and potential.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Producing radio broadcasts

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how live radio broadcasts are produced, Be able to brief presenters, Be able to monitor programme timings, Be able to produce content to meet radio requirements

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Performing Text

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand how to interpret and analyse text., Understand and apply the text as performance material., Be able to implement vocal strategies for the effective performance of text.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Writing for Radio

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to engage a target audience., Understand writing for different purposes., Be able to write commercial content for radio.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Preparing for Work Placement

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about the company or organisation where work placement is planned., Know about a work placement., Know what the company or organisation expects of the learner during work placement., Be able to set targets relating to work placement.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Social Media Channels

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand social media channels., Know how to use social media to engage with an audience., Know how to create a social media identity.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Exploring Careers in the Green Industries

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Know about the green industries that offer career opportunities.2. Understand the range of employment opportunities available in green industries.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Craft Design Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to source research material appropriate to the needs of a craft design project., Be able to plan work for a craft design project., Be able to record ideas for craft design project development., Be able to develop and complete a craft design project., Be able to review own work., Be able to work safely on a craft design project.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Music Marketing and Promotion

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about marketing and promotional processes in the music industry., Produce promotional materials.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Performance Planning Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to move to a structured and effective realisation of script/text., Understand the importance of forecasting and planning., Be able to review own skills.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Adobe Rich Media Communication Using Flash Professional

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to set project requirements., Be able to plan to use rich media design objects., Be able to use Adobe Flash software interface to structure the development environment., Be able to build rich media elements using Adobe Flash to meet project requirements., Be able to evaluate rich media elements created using Adobe Flash by testing.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Presenting Visual Art Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select visual art work for presentation., Be able to use materials and techniques to present own selected visual art work., Be able to present visual art work safely., Be able to take into account environmental considerations when presenting visual art work., Be able to review own presented visual art work.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Acting Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to use acting skills in practical activities., Be able to develop a character for an acting role., Be able to use acting skills in a performance., Be able to demonstrate a positive approach through participation in practical activities.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

News Reporting

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the different approaches to news reporting., Be able to generate news stories., Be able to conduct suitable research to support a news story., Be able to conduct a news interview., Understand what makes a good story., Understand the importance of developing a clear approach to producing a story.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Creating a Digital Sound Sequence

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to explore the purpose and recording of digital sound., Be able to plan a digital sound to a specific brief., Be able to create, save and test the digital sound., Understand how to review the digital sound outcome against the original brief.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Improving Personal Productivity

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Be able to plan the use of digital software to improve productivity.2. Be able to use digital systems and software efficiently to complete planned tasks.3. Be able to review the selection and use of digital tools to make improvements in productivity.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Collaborative Working Using Digital Technology

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Be able to prepare and set up collaborative technologies for use.2. Be able to use collaborative technology safely and securely.3. Be able to initiate, contribute to, and value contributions from others, in tasks using collaborative technologies.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Supporting Sustainability in an Office Environment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to support sustainability and efficiency in an office environment., Be able to support sustainability in an office environment.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

IT Software Fundamentals in the Workplace

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Select appropriate software applications for given tasks and justify choices.
Use software features to enter and format text, numbers, and images effectively.
Present information in a format that is clear, accurate, and appropriate for the audience.
Evaluate the effectiveness of chosen IT tools and facilities in presenting information.
Apply formatting techniques to enhance readability and visual appeal.
Solve common problems using software features and functions.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Improving Own Learning And Performance

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand different ways of learning, and relate to own preferences., Be able to use his/her own strengths, aptitudes and skills to determine realistic learning targets., Be able to make decisions about how to achieve learning targets., Be able to review own performance.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Video Software

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Operate video hardware to capture sequences with appropriate settings.
Apply video software tools to edit and combine sequences.
Use transitions and effects to enhance video sequences.
Export video sequences in appropriate formats for playback.
Present video sequences to an audience using suitable playback methods.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Site-Specific Art Practice

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the impact of site-specific art practice on a community., Be able to generate ideas for site-specific art works., Be able to plan for and create site-specific art works., Understand issues for the community in designing and placing site-specific art works., Be able to reflect on own art work produced., Be able to use Health and Safety procedures for self and general public.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Song Writing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about song styles and the use of form in popular music., Know about the use of subject matter in popular music., Understand the use of lyrical and compositional devices in popular music songs., Be able to compose a popular music song.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Music Analysis

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify and describe the stylistic and genre characteristics of a given musical piece.
Explain how style and genre are communicated through musical notation and score markings.
Analyse the roles of instruments and voices in different musical media and combinations.
Evaluate the significance of harmonic rhythm in shaping the character and direction of a composition.
Compare and contrast the form and structure of two different compositions.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Using Sequencing Technology in Composition

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the role of sequencing in music production
Describe the key components of MIDI technology
Identify the main functions of a sequencer
Outline the steps involved in using a sequencer
Apply sequencing techniques to create a short composition
Evaluate the creative potential of sequencers in composition

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Internet Broadcasting

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the principles of internet broadcasting., Be able to plan for internet broadcasting., Be able to produce an internet broadcast.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Self-Employment

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about self-employment in a given sector, Know the characteristics of successful self-employed people, Know about income and expenditure as a self-employed person, Know the responsibilities of a self-employed person, Know about planning for self-employment, Understand the support available to people considering self-employment

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Adobe Visual Communication Using Photoshop

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to set project requirements., Be able to use design elements when preparing images., Be able to apply Adobe Photoshop features., Be able to manipulate images using Adobe Photoshop., Be able to publish digital images using Adobe Photoshop.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Fashion Design

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to research a theme from a set brief., Be able to use visual language skills to communicate ideas., Understand the design development cycle., Know major historical trends and designers., Know current trends and designers.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Effectiveness at Work

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know about effective behaviour at work., Be able to demonstrate effective working practices., Be able to evaluate own practice.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

DJ Skills and Demo Production

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to plan a programme of music for an identified audience., Be able to use mixing skills to record a demo., Be able to produce a packaged DJ Mix CD and online profile.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Producing visual assets for mobile device operating system applications

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the key features of mobile device operating system user interfaces, Know the software and techniques used in the development of visual assets for mobile device operating system user interfaces, Be able to develop visual ideas to meet the requirements of an application design brief, Be able to create graphic assets to meet the requirements of an application design brief

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Working with Mixed Media

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to develop ideas for work in mixed media., Be able to plan for mixed media work., Be able to produce work using mixed media., Be able to work safely using mixed media., Be able to review own work.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Learning from Work Placement

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to reflect on what was learnt on work placement., Be able to assess own performance during a work placement., Be able to use learning from a work placement to set career-related goals.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Understanding How to Sell a Product or Service

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to assess the market for his/her product or service., Know how to promote the features and benefits of his/her product or service., Be able to plan for future sales.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Working with Colleagues

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain how different roles in a creative team depend on each other to achieve shared goals.
Analyse how an individual's behaviour, both positive and negative, can affect colleagues and the overall work environment.
Demonstrate positive behaviours that promote effective working with others in a practical context.
Evaluate the importance of interdependence in a creative workplace.
Reflect on personal behaviour and its impact on team dynamics.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Graphic Design

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the role and application of graphic design., Know the tools and equipment used in graphic design projects., Be able to research ideas for graphic design., Be able to plan and prepare for a graphic design project., Be able to use graphic design tools, equipment and techniques., Be able to review own graphic design work.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Journalistic Interviewing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand when it is appropriate to use different types of interview., Be able to generate interview questions for different situations., Understand what makes a good interview in different situations., Be able to conduct a journalistic interview.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Environmental Issues

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Know ways that people affect theenvironment.2. Understand the actions that peoplecan take to benefit theenvironment.3. Know different ways to reducetheir carbon footprint.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Mobile application design

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand key rules and conventions used in application design for a specific mobile device operating system, Develop ideas for an application for a specific mobile device operating system, Be able to plan and communicate application designs

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Adobe Video Communication Using Adobe Premiere Pro

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse a client brief to determine project requirements for video production.
Design a storyboard and shot list to plan video content that meets the brief.
Customise the Adobe Premiere Pro interface to optimise workflow for a given project.
Edit a video sequence using Adobe Premiere Pro, incorporating transitions, effects, and audio.
Export video footage in appropriate formats and settings to meet delivery requirements.
Evaluate the final video against the project requirements and make improvements.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Working with Digital Images

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know software used to work with digital images., Be able to use a software package to work with digital images., Be able to manage images., Be able to share images digitally., Understand copyright and legal considerations in relation to use of digital images., Understand ethical considerations for manipulation of images.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Art Appreciation

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know how to plan visits to art exhibitions., Be able to prepare to examine visual art in context., Be able to visit art exhibitions to carry out research., Be able to interrogate selected art work using own formulated questions., Be able to use exhibited art work for own inspiration

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Drawing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand drawing media., Be able to address drawing and composition problems., Know characteristics of line., Understand the importance of keeping a personal sketchbook., Be able to use drawing media., Be able to work safely when drawing.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Process in the Development and Realisation of Ideas

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to select and define own theme., Be able to select processes, methods and materials for a theme., Be able to apply a process to develop ideas., Be able to progressively follow through ideas to present finished piece(s) of work.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Career Planning

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to investigate career options., Be able to assess career options., Be able to plan to achieve a career-related goal., Know about career progression.

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Materials Exploration for Art and Design

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Key Learning Objectives:

Be able to manipulate media and materials in art and design., Be able to collate and document research., Understand the current market trends and preferences within art and design applications., Know about conventions and approaches in art and design., Know how to work safely in an art and design context., Be able to review own art and design materials exploration.

100

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Understanding Opportunities in Work Based Learning and Apprenticeships

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the purpose of work based learning and apprenticeships., Understand how work based learning and apprenticeship opportunities can benefit own learning and development.

101

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Art Design Style

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Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the design characteristics of given objects or images., Understand terminology relevant to design practice and history., Know key influences on the design of given objects or images., Be able to reflect on design style.

102

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Advertising Practice

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the development of advertising practice., Know how advertisements are constructed., Be able to generate ideas for advertisements., Be able to reflect on own advertisements produced., Be able to use Health and Safety procedures for self and general public.

103

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Set Design

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the different roles within a design team., Understand scale and its usage in set designs., Understand the creation and importance of a model box and its usage in presenting a design., Understand the factors that influence designing a set for a production., Understand how to construct a scale model of a set and design plans., Be able to cost a full size version of a set.

104

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Printmaking

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know printmaking materials, Know how to use printmaking materials, techniques and processes., Be able to use printmaking techniques, materials and processes., Be able to use printmaking equipment safely., Be able to review own work.

105

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Mobile device application production

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Know the key features of a visual application development environment, Know how to develop application logic to meet a design brief, Be able to produce a simple application using a visual development environment

106

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Develop Varied Dance Pieces

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify key characteristics of at least three different dance styles.
Demonstrate the use of a variety of dance styles within a single dance session.
Apply techniques for using other art forms as stimuli to create a dance piece.
Evaluate the effectiveness of using different art forms as creative stimuli.
Justify the selection of dance styles for a given creative brief.

107

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Performance Realisation Skills

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Key Learning Objectives:

Demonstrate the disciplines and techniques central to effective performance realisation.
Review own performance against set criteria.
Evaluate the realisation process and outcomes.

108

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Dance Leadership Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse the key skills, qualities, and values required for effective dance leadership.
Apply motivational techniques to engage diverse groups of dance participants.
Demonstrate the ability to manage challenging behaviour in dance sessions.
Evaluate the impact of own leadership style on participant motivation and behaviour.
Develop strategies for creating an inclusive and supportive dance environment.

109

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Using Video

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify key video hardware components and software functions.
Develop a detailed plan for a video shoot, including storyboard and shot list.
Operate video cameras and related equipment competently to capture footage.
Apply effective file management techniques to store and retrieve video assets.
Utilise editing software to assemble and enhance video sequences.
Demonstrate playback of final video sequences using appropriate output methods.
Evaluate own video work against a given brief and identify areas for improvement.

110

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Computer Graphics

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Apply selection tools to edit specific areas of a bitmap image
Demonstrate the use of layers to composite multiple elements in a design
Convert a bitmap image to a vector graphic using tracing techniques
Differentiate between common file formats for print and digital output
Adjust document settings to meet specific print requirements

111

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Investigate an Environmental Issue

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Evaluate the reliability and relevance of different source types when researching an environmental issue.
Analyse the interconnected social, economic, and political factors that contribute to the environmental issue.
Assess the direct and indirect environmental consequences of the issue on ecosystems, communities, and public health.
Critically examine contemporary creative and digital responses aimed at addressing the issue.
Develop a reasoned proposal for a creative project that communicates or mitigates the environmental issue.

112

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Creative Writing Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify different literary styles and genres and their typical audiences.
Explain how personal experience, anecdotes, and observations can be used as source material in creative writing.
Apply planning and drafting techniques to structure and shape initial ideas.
Select appropriate language and content for a specified reading audience.
Evaluate own work against set criteria to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

113

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Understanding the Uses of Social Media for Business

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the main social media platforms and their primary uses for business.
Explain the importance of security and trust when using social media for business.
Describe how businesses use social media to achieve their objectives.
Evaluate the benefits and risks of using social media for business.
Apply security measures to protect business and customer data on social media.

114

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Preparing for an Interview

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify sources of information relevant to a specific job role and organisation.
Explain the importance of researching the organisation and role before an interview.
Select and organise key information to support interview preparation.
Prepare a set of relevant questions to ask the interviewer.
Develop structured answers to common interview questions.
Evaluate the effectiveness of prepared answers in meeting the requirements of the job role.

115

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Interview Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Prepare for an interview by researching the organisation and role.
Demonstrate professional presentation in terms of appearance and demeanour.
Communicate clearly and effectively during an interview.
Respond appropriately to interview questions.
Reflect on own performance in an interview to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

116

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Discovering Art, Design and Cultural Movements

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the historical and socio-economic contexts of a chosen art, design, or cultural movement.
Explain how these contexts influenced the development of the movement.
Describe the context in which a specific artist or designer created their work.
Analyse how the artist's or designer's context is reflected in their work.
Evaluate the influence of a movement on the work of contemporary artists or designers.

117

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

IT Communication Fundamentals in the Workplace

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Key Learning Objectives:

Identify different types of information sources and their appropriate uses.
Apply search strategies to locate relevant internet-based information.
Evaluate the credibility and fitness for purpose of internet-based information.
Select appropriate IT communication tools for given workplace scenarios.
Demonstrate safe and responsible communication practices using IT.
Reflect on the effectiveness of communication methods used.

118

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Word Processing

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Enter text accurately into a word processed document.
Edit text to correct errors and improve clarity.
Combine text with other information such as images, tables, or charts.
Structure information using headings, paragraphs, and lists.
Apply formatting tools to enhance document presentation.
Present documents to meet specified requirements.

119

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

3D Computer Graphics

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Construct simple 3D objects using a variety of modelling tools.
Create a 3D character using appropriate modelling techniques.
Apply surface textures to 3D objects to enhance realism.
Define material properties such as colour, reflectivity, and transparency.
Implement lighting techniques to achieve desired visual effects.
Evaluate the effectiveness of lighting in a 3D scene.
Refine 3D models based on feedback and self-evaluation.

120

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Databases

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Create a non-relational database table with appropriate fields and data types.
Modify an existing database table by adding, deleting, or renaming fields.
Enter data accurately into a database table.
Edit and update records within a database.
Organise data using sorting and filtering techniques.
Run queries to extract specific information from a database.
Produce a report based on query results.

121

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Sustainability Issues in Industry

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Define sustainability and its three pillars (environmental, social, economic) in the context of a chosen sector.
Identify key sustainability issues prevalent in a specific creative or digital industry.
Explain the impact of these sustainability issues on the environment, society, and the industry itself.
Research and evaluate current sustainable practices within a chosen sector.
Propose realistic improvements to enhance sustainability in a specific industry context.
Justify the proposed improvements with reference to feasibility and potential benefits.

122

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Rehearsal Skills

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the purposes of rehearsals in the creative industries.
Plan a rehearsal schedule for a given performance.
Apply a range of rehearsal techniques to develop a performance.
Review the effectiveness of the rehearsal process.
Identify areas for improvement in rehearsal practice.

123

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Digital Content Creation – Audio and Video

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Design a digital publication that integrates audio and video content to meet a creative brief.
Source and capture audio and video material appropriate for the publication's purpose.
Edit audio and video content to align with the design and intended message.
Apply formatting techniques to produce a polished rich media publication.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the final publication against the brief.

124

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Introduction to Sustainability

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Key Learning Objectives:

Define sustainability and differentiate between its environmental, social, and economic dimensions.
Classify natural resources as renewable or non-renewable and explain their importance to society.
Describe major global sustainability challenges, including climate change and biodiversity loss.
Identify how creative and digital professions can contribute to sustainable solutions.
Apply the concept of sustainability to a simple product or service lifecycle.

125

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Music and Sound for Visual Media

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Identify the key roles and responsibilities in audio production for visual media.
Apply sound design techniques to create mood and atmosphere in a video clip.
Demonstrate the ability to set up and test audio recording equipment for a location shoot.
Evaluate the suitability of different audio editing software for a given brief.
Plan a pre-production audio workflow including script analysis and sound spotting.
Execute basic audio post-production tasks such as noise reduction and level balancing.

126

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Ceramics

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the properties of clay.
Know clay forming techniques.
Be able to plan to make a clay item.
Be able to use clay forming techniques.
Be able to use ceramic decorative techniques.
Know the changes that occur during ceramic making, drying and firing processes.
Be able to follow health and safety procedures for working with clay.
Be able to review own work.

127

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Creating and Publishing Websites

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Explain the purpose and use of HTML elements to create a well-structured webpage.
Apply CSS rules to control the presentation and layout of website content.
Utilise website software tools to prepare and integrate text, images, and multimedia.
Demonstrate the process of publishing a website to a live server, including file transfer and domain configuration.
Evaluate a website’s design and functionality against usability and accessibility standards.
Implement responsive design techniques to ensure cross-device compatibility.

128

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Film Project

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Investigate research methods and sources used to inform a film or video project.
Plan a film or video project using appropriate pre-production documentation.
Operate film or video production equipment safely and competently.
Produce a completed film or video sequence that fulfils the project brief.
Apply relevant health and safety procedures throughout the production process.
Evaluate own film or video work against the original intentions and brief.

129

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Spreadsheets

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Key Learning Objectives:

Identify different uses for spreadsheets in vocational and creative industry contexts
Apply formatting techniques to enter and present data clearly in a spreadsheet
Use multiple worksheets within a single spreadsheet to organise related data
Construct formulae to perform calculations on spreadsheet data
Present data in appropriate graphical form to communicate findings
Sort and manage data using spreadsheet tools to organise information effectively
Prepare and print a spreadsheet with appropriate page setup and print options

130

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Using a Digital Video Camera

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Set up a digital video camera correctly for a given production task.
Operate basic camera functions to record and review footage.
Capture a variety of camera shots demonstrating compositional awareness.
Apply health and safety procedures when using camera equipment.
Evaluate own camera work against production requirements.

131

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Generating and Assessing a Business Idea

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Key Learning Objectives:

Generate a viable business idea appropriate to the creative and digital industries.
Assess the potential of a business idea using market and financial evidence.
Explain how to take a business idea forward through planning and support.
Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a proposed business idea.
Apply research methods to test demand for a creative business concept.
Justify the resources required to launch the proposed business idea.

132

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Searching for a Job

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Key Learning Objectives:

Identify a range of formal and informal sources of information about job vacancies.
Describe the information typically contained in a job advertisement and explain its purpose.
Compare the strengths and limitations of different sources of vacancy information.
Use information from job adverts to assess whether a vacancy is suitable for own skills, interests and circumstances.
Select and justify a shortlist of suitable vacancies from researched sources.
Record and organise job vacancy research in a clear, referenced format.

133

OCNLR Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Professions in the Creative and Digital Industries

Digital Illustration - Editorial

Verified

Key Learning Objectives:

Analyse a piece of copy to identify key themes and messages for illustration.
Explain the technical parameters that affect digital editorial illustration, such as resolution, colour mode, and file format.
Apply audience research to inform the visual style and content of an editorial illustration.
Create a digital editorial illustration that demonstrates a personal style.
Evaluate own digital editorial illustration in relation to the original copy and audience.

Regulatory & Verification Details

Qualification Number (QN): 601/6174/7
Regulated Status: Available to learners
Awarding Body: OCNLR
Qualification Type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
Operational Start: Jun 2015