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Develop graphic designs for packaging

Develop graphic designs for packaging

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAGRD616
State Code
ODE08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create graphic designs for packaging by combining creative and technical design expertise with a comprehensive understanding of the factors that apply to packaging. It involves evaluating packaging design requirements and creating products that meet client objectives.The unit applies to those whose role is integral to defining the overall look of a product and its packaging and the messages that this imparts about the product itself. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret creative briefs
  • 1.1 Analyse creative briefs in terms of key communication objectives
  • 1.2 Evaluate the broader context for the packaging design work
  • 1.3 Confirm schedule and budgetary requirements
  • 1.4 Obtain information required to support the design process
2. Evaluate packaging design considerations
  • 2.1 Consider current and developing packaging trends and ideas and their impact on the project
  • 2.2 Consider the ways that customers engage with packaging
  • 2.3 Examine customer and product requirements
  • 2.4 Identify production factors that affect the creation of graphic designs for packaging
  • 2.5 Evaluate key sustainability issues for incorporation into design
  • 2.6 Assess and respond to regulatory requirements that affect packaging design
3. Generate and assess ideas
  • 3.1 Identify references to support the design process
  • 3.2 Explore different three-dimensional design ideas and processes
  • 3.3 Generate design ideas for packaging
  • 3.4 Evaluate ideas for technical, creative and budgetary implications
  • 3.5 Refine and select approaches that best balance the overall needs of the brief
4. Create packaging designs
  • 4.1 Develop designs according to production and design requirements
  • 4.2 Realise designs according to production and design requirements
5. Finalise designs for packaging
  • 5.1 Modify designs as required after receiving feedback
  • 5.2 Develop documentation required for the production process
  • 5.3 Present final designs and documentation to required personnel
6. Evaluate design work and process
  • 6.1 Evaluate completed design against design objectives
  • 6.2 Analyse and evaluate feedback from others.
  • 6.3 Note and develop strategies for future improvement of skills
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI87 CUAGRD606 Develop graphic designs for packaging Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGS1 CUA60320 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design Qualification
BOH6 CUA60325 Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design Qualification