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NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
PRODUCTION (FILM &TV)
SEPTEMBER 2005
P2 ASSIST WITH THE PREPARATION
OF A BUDGET FOR THE PRODUCTION
UNIT OVERVIEW
This unit involves assisting in the preparation of the
budget by obtaining estimates of production costs, such
as for personnel, equipment and facilities. It is about
communicating with other departments to ascertain
their needs. It may involve the co-ordinator getting
involved in sourcing ‘Daily Rate’ crew.
This unit is suitable for a production assistant, production
co-ordinator or similar role.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
this is what you must know
a) the priorities and requirements of the production
and how to interpret the production schedule
b) how to identify the funding requirements of relevant
departments for different stages of the production
c) how to estimate quantities and costs E.G
Photocopy paper, film shipping boxes
d) how to source ‘Daily Rate’ crew when required
e) the current standard prices for resources, and
where to find relevant suppliers
f) how to use a suitable computer-based budgeting
and financial control package
g) why it is important to store budgetary
information securely
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NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
PRODUCTION (FILM &TV)
SEPTEMBER 2005
P2 ASSIST WITH THE PREPARATION
OF A BUDGET FOR THE PRODUCTION
PERFORMANCE STATEMENTS
this is what you must be able to do
1. consult where required with relevant departments
to ascertain their requirements
2. use accurate and up-to-date information to work
out your calculations
3. use appropriate and reliable financial information
and advice
4. use appropriate computer software to set up
relevant forms
5. make correct calculations and estimates which you
can justify in terms of what the production needs
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