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Work effectively in a costume studio
Work effectively in a costume studio
Unit of competency
National Code
CUFIND403B
CUFIND403B
State Code
D4356
D4356
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/03/2012
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
09/03/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work productively with colleagues in a costume studio.All team members need to demonstrate a capacity for self-discipline, punctuality, commitment to work schedules, and self-awareness. They need a basic understanding of stages in the production process, as well as the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in the production chain. They also need to understand the culture of the organisation for which they are working, whether their job is permanent or on a contract basis for the duration of a production.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Communicate effectively with others
- 1. Discuss and agree on own tasks and responsibilities in ways that promote good working relationships
- 2. Negotiate changes to duties in a constructive manner that takes into account the importance of collaboration to the effectiveness and productivity of a costume studio
- 3. Share information about the results of own work with others who require the information
- 4. Treat others courteously and in ways that acknowledge their contribution to costume studio processes
- 5. Take into account particular production issues that colleagues or clients may have and protocols to use in resolving them
- 6. Participate in negotiations to find workable solutions for conflicts that have the potential to reduce personal and team productivity
- 7. Complete workplace documentation as required
Take responsibility for own personal development
- 8. Complete enterprise-specific or other training as required
- 9. Identify opportunities for ongoing professional development and take appropriate action in consultation with relevant personnel
- 10. Maintain currency of own industry knowledge through a variety of sources and apply information in day-to-day work activities to enhance quality of work performance
- 11. Respond positively to constructive feedback on own performance and take action to make improvements as required
Perform own job role effectively
- 12. Apply values of the costume studio to job role
- 13. Follow work procedures, protocols and other guidelines as they apply to costume studios and productions
- 14. Carry out tasks to meet schedules and standards as specified by supervisors
- 15. Comply with privacy, confidentiality, legal and ethical requirements of the costume studio
- 16. Undertake all work with due regard to OHS requirements and procedures
Participate in quality improvement activities
- 17. Contribute ideas about improving work practices and productivity in appropriate forums
- 18. Participate in and provide feedback on initiatives aimed at improving work practices
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Costume studio processes may include:
accessories and millinery
art finishing
constructing underpinnings
costume breakdown
costume construction
costume finishing
fitting and alterations
identifying performers' requirements, including:
comfort
fit
ease of movement
durability
requirement for extreme physical movement
safety
laying and cutting fabrics
pattern cutting
sourcing materials and components
taking and calculating measurements
trials, e.g.:
toiles to test proportion and design
toiles to test fit
testing of costumes for durability
testing of fabrics under lighting
dress parades.
Production issues may include:
availability of personnel
availability of resources
available budget
production schedule
production values
timelines.
Protocols may include:
enterprise procedures for complying with privacy regulations
observing protocols of companies or organisations appearing in productions
those associated with fitting performers for costumes.
Documentation may include:
booking sheets and confirmations
call sheets
contact lists.
copyright clearances
costume breakdown lists
costume patterns
costume plots
descriptive costume checklists
diary entries
file notes
general in-house correspondence, including:
memos
notes
email
manufacture schedules
manufacturer specifications and instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
operational and project plans
production schedules
records of meetings
running sheets
schedules
scripts
timesheets.
Training may include:
on-the-job, e.g.:
features of and procedures for using specified equipment and facilities
administrative procedures and protocols
workplace health, safety and security procedures
equipment maintenance procedures
staffing structure and chain of reporting
regulations that apply to specific enterprises
off-the-job, e.g.:
short courses
skill sets
national vocational education and training (VET) qualifications
state-accredited qualifications.
Relevant personnel may include:
costume designers
costume makers
instructors
mentors
production managers
supervisors.
Industry knowledge may include:
impact of new technologies on the costume design and construction process
role of costume studios servicing the screen, media and entertainment industries
technical standards.
Sources may include:
discussions with current industry practitioners, colleagues and community groups
electronic and print media (news, reviews and articles)
employee and industry association representatives
events (industry functions, conferences, trade fairs, community activities, expositions, exhibitions, festivals and social events)
government bodies and associated publications
induction kits
internet
libraries
peak copyright organisations
personal observations and experience
policy and procedures manuals
reference books, industry information sheets, magazines and journals
retail and wholesale suppliers of products and services
technical publications
training programs, seminars, conferences, symposiums, workshops, master classes and other professional development opportunities
unions and union publications (newsletters, magazines, bulletins and letters) and other sources of industrial relations information.
Values may include:
explicit values described in organisational documents
implicit, undocumented organisational cultural values.
Work procedures may include:
confirming and clarifying instructions
documentation procedures
environmental requirements
OHS
procedures associated with the use of equipment
protocols
receiving instructions
reporting absences or delays in attendance
reporting problems
storage facilities
working hours.
Productions may include:
ballet
commercials
film
physical theatre
stage productions:
opera
pantomime
drama
musicals
recitals
concerts
street parades
television productions.
Forums may include:
enterprise-specific surveys and questionnaires
online discussion forums
performance appraisal processes
planning days
production briefing and debriefing sessions
staff meetings.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Costume studio processes may include:
accessories and millinery
art finishing
constructing underpinnings
costume breakdown
costume construction
costume finishing
fitting and alterations
identifying performers' requirements, including:
comfort
fit
ease of movement
durability
requirement for extreme physical movement
safety
laying and cutting fabrics
pattern cutting
sourcing materials and components
taking and calculating measurements
trials, e.g.:
toiles to test proportion and design
toiles to test fit
testing of costumes for durability
testing of fabrics under lighting
dress parades.
Production issues may include:
availability of personnel
availability of resources
available budget
production schedule
production values
timelines.
Protocols may include:
enterprise procedures for complying with privacy regulations
observing protocols of companies or organisations appearing in productions
those associated with fitting performers for costumes.
Documentation may include:
booking sheets and confirmations
call sheets
contact lists.
copyright clearances
costume breakdown lists
costume patterns
costume plots
descriptive costume checklists
diary entries
file notes
general in-house correspondence, including:
memos
notes
manufacture schedules
manufacturer specifications and instructions
measurement charts
memos of instruction
operational and project plans
production schedules
records of meetings
running sheets
schedules
scripts
timesheets.
Training may include:
on-the-job, e.g.:
features of and procedures for using specified equipment and facilities
administrative procedures and protocols
workplace health, safety and security procedures
equipment maintenance procedures
staffing structure and chain of reporting
regulations that apply to specific enterprises
off-the-job, e.g.:
short courses
skill sets
national vocational education and training (VET) qualifications
state-accredited qualifications.
Relevant personnel may include:
costume designers
costume makers
instructors
mentors
production managers
supervisors.
Industry knowledge may include:
impact of new technologies on the costume design and construction process
role of costume studios servicing the screen, media and entertainment industries
technical standards.
Sources may include:
discussions with current industry practitioners, colleagues and community groups
electronic and print media (news, reviews and articles)
employee and industry association representatives
events (industry functions, conferences, trade fairs, community activities, expositions, exhibitions, festivals and social events)
government bodies and associated publications
induction kits
internet
libraries
peak copyright organisations
personal observations and experience
policy and procedures manuals
reference books, industry information sheets, magazines and journals
retail and wholesale suppliers of products and services
technical publications
training programs, seminars, conferences, symposiums, workshops, master classes and other professional development opportunities
unions and union publications (newsletters, magazines, bulletins and letters) and other sources of industrial relations information.
Values may include:
explicit values described in organisational documents
implicit, undocumented organisational cultural values.
Work procedures may include:
confirming and clarifying instructions
documentation procedures
environmental requirements
OHS
procedures associated with the use of equipment
protocols
receiving instructions
reporting absences or delays in attendance
reporting problems
storage facilities
working hours.
Productions may include:
ballet
commercials
film
physical theatre
stage productions:
opera
pantomime
drama
musicals
recitals
concerts
street parades
television productions.
Forums may include:
enterprise-specific surveys and questionnaires
online discussion forums
performance appraisal processes
planning days
production briefing and debriefing sessions
staff meetings.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to:
perform work tasks as directed
follow costume studio procedures
comply with privacy, confidentiality, legal and ethical requirements of a costume studio
source and apply information about industry issues and developments
meet deadlines
collaborative approach to work
effective communication skills in a team environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a costume studio for a period of time
work tasks that can be completed within a given timeframe
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of work diary and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
evaluation of directed costume making tasks undertaken by the candidate to determine whether workplace supervisor's requirements have been met and correct procedures followed
observation of the candidate during work placement to assess communication, interaction and problem-solving skills
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUECOS302A Dress performers
CUECOS303A Modify, repair and maintain costumes.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
ability to:
perform work tasks as directed
follow costume studio procedures
comply with privacy, confidentiality, legal and ethical requirements of a costume studio
source and apply information about industry issues and developments
meet deadlines
collaborative approach to work
effective communication skills in a team environment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
access to a costume studio for a period of time
work tasks that can be completed within a given timeframe
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required
use of culturally appropriate processes and techniques appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of learners and the work being performed.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct questioning combined with review of work diary and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance
evaluation of directed costume making tasks undertaken by the candidate to determine whether workplace supervisor's requirements have been met and correct procedures followed
observation of the candidate during work placement to assess communication, interaction and problem-solving skills
written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
CUECOS302A Dress performers
CUECOS303A Modify, repair and maintain costumes.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1140 | CUFIND403A | Work effectively in a costume studio | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D205 | CUF50507 | Diploma of Costume for Performance | Qualification |
| D199 | CUF40507 | Certificate IV in Costume for Performance | Qualification |