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Develop professional illustrations

Develop professional illustrations

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAILL501
State Code
AWI77
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
100501 - Graphic Arts And Design Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to create illustrations using advanced compositional skills in both print and digital formats. It involves experimentation with different approaches and techniques for communication of key messages.It applies to highly skilled illustrators who work with a high level of independence seeking mentoring and guidance as required.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret the illustration brief
  • 1.1 Analyse the illustration brief for key communication objectives
  • 1.2 Develop an understanding of the broader context for the illustrative work
  • 1.3 Discuss and develop shared understanding of illustration requirements with relevant people
2. Generate and assess ideas for illustrations
  • 2.1 Evaluate the specific context and proposed media for the illustrative work
  • 2.2 Identify and source references that inform ideas for the illustrative work
  • 2.3 Evaluate current and emerging trends in illustration for potential ideas
  • 2.4 Explore and experiment with different approaches and techniques for communication of key messages
  • 2.5 Create appropriate relationships between different visual components
  • 2.6 Collaborate with others, including experts, to maximise contribution of ideas
  • 2.7 Assess ideas for technical, creative and budgetary implications
  • 2.8 Refine and select approaches that best balance the overall needs of the brief
3. Create illustrations
  • 3.1 Create impactful illustrations through effective engagement with the elements and principles of design
  • 3.2 Use advanced compositional skills to establish strong spatial relationships in illustrations
  • 3.3 Create appropriate mood and feeling in illustrations
  • 3.4 Develop and reflect on evolving personal style in illustrative work
  • 3.5 Engage in an ongoing process of testing, creative collaboration and refinement during the process
4. Finalise illustrations
  • 4.1 Negotiate and agree to modifications and amend as required
  • 4.2 Develop accurate and comprehensive documentation to support the production process
  • 4.3 Present final illustrations and documentation to relevant people and confirm acceptance
5. Evaluate effectiveness of illustrations
  • 5.1 Evaluate completed illustrations for success in achieving objectives
  • 5.2 Assess work against creative, technical and business considerations
  • 5.3 Analyse and evaluate feedback from client and others
  • 5.4 Evaluate own role in design process and note areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7678 CUVILL501A Develop professional illustrations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH01 CUAILL511 Develop professional illustrations Unit of competency