Produce radio and audio outside broadcasts

This standard is about producing radio or audio outside broadcasts. It is also about determining what is required to identify, select and prepare locations for use on outside broadcasts.

It also covers directing and monitoring broadcasts using different communication systems, monitoring the quality of broadcast output, and making sure that equipment is used safely.
 
This standard is for those who produce outside broadcasts for radio or audio.

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1. coordinate preparations for outside broadcasts in line with radio or audio production requirements
2. communicate details of the locations to be used to the relevant personnel
3. confirm that all arrangements for the radio or audio production satisfy insurance requirements and health and safety regulations
4. test and confirm that communications with base studios are operational and clear
5. check and confirm the availability of contributors at the time and location required
6. check and confirm that standby arrangements will deal with difficulties in accessing participants during programmes
7. confirm that all participants understand the procedures to be followed in the event of circuit failure
8. check and confirm that arrangements are in place to maintain the safety of production personnel and the public
9. ensure that signs and notices explaining and specifying access requirements and restrictions are positioned to attract attention
10. keep records of authorisations, access requirements and restrictions, and the movement of people on site
11. select content that offers the best opportunity for meeting radio or audio production requirements
12. structure content to maximise impact on the audience and realise the production idea
13. provide contributors with clear and concise information about their roles and responsibilities relating to the radio or audio production
14. assess the strengths and weaknesses of contributors
15. check support is offered to contributors when required in a sensitive and courteous way
16. explain changes to the production running order, time and content, in sufficient time for individuals to adapt to the change
17. deliver cues which are clear, precise and on time
18. agree handover details between base studios and presenters in advance
19. monitor the technical quality of radio or audio output on an ongoing basis, identifying and reporting any loss of quality
20. ensure that the use of any music or copyright material is recorded in line with organisational procedures

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1. each radio or audio production content and structure, including its purpose and intended outcomes
2. the production plan and insurance requirements
3. the characteristics of the locations to be used and how to assess their feasibility
4. broadcast or other distribution requirements and schedules
5. what studio links are required to the outside broadcast
6. the standby facilities that are available
7. likely weather and other conditions which might affect security and/or safety, and the need for standby arrangements
8. legal requirements and ethical considerations affecting the use of information in radio or audio productions and programmes
9. the procedures for liaison regarding access with the police, private security firms and other agencies
10. the procedures and systems for authorising access to outside broadcast sites
11. the intended role of each contributor
12. the date, time and location of each contributors’ participation
13. the content of the running order: cues, links and associated timings
14. the communications that are required with base studios
15. the health and safety regulations and procedures applicable to outside broadcast
16. the licences, clearances and permissions required including the use of music and copyright materials

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2027

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ScreenSkills

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SKSSC25

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Station Manager, Production Coordinator, Studio Manager, Radio Presenter, Technical Producer, Broadcast Assistant, Assistant Producer, Producer, Executive Producer, Drama Producer, Comedy Producer, Documentary Producer, Podcast Producer, Audio Producer

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audio; radio; outside broadcast; production; requirements; contributors; technical quality; licences; clearances; permissions;

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