CPC update – Postproduction advice for NSW

Friday 6 August 2021

In consultation with our Postproduction members, the CPC is suggesting that, given the current evolving COVID situation in NSW, for the time being, no clients or agency representatives should attend a presentation session in person at a post house.

Most post houses will be willing to work with a Director and Editor in the room together, provided there is a suitable testing plan in place, however, this will be on a case-by-case basis and should be checked at the commencement of each job, rather than assumed.

We are only expecting this to be a very temporary measure, but while community transmission continues to rise, we feel it is the best way to keep everyone safe and to also keep our industry open and working. This situation will continue to be monitored closely and adjusted as and when applicable and in accordance with the latest Public Health Order from the NSW Government.

We are hoping that as case numbers and community transmission drops off, we will be able to slowly return to reduced numbers. The current restrictions are likely to be in place for some time and it is important that we support all our members and help them safeguard their staff, their business and comply with the NSW State directives. 

It’s also important to understand that financial penalties of up to $10,000 are liable if a business is deemed to be in breach of these current rules.

We recommend a discussion with the agency regarding this at bidding stage, and an allowance made for remote software and schedules to be done accordingly.

The CPC strongly recommends that members follow this policy when handling any Postproduction.

The latest Screen NSW guidelines can be found here: https://www.screen.nsw.gov.au/news/working-during-covid-19-restrictions

VIC update:

For Victorian businesses delivering Essential Work and for Victorian-specific protocols, the CPC strongly recommends that you contact your postproduction provider and follow the latest government guidelines.