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Design and apply special make-up effects

Design and apply special make-up effects

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMUP503
State Code
AWH85
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
110301 - Beauty Therapy
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design special make-up effects and provide make-up services for productions in the screen and entertainment industries.It applies to individuals who create effects, such as scars, ageing and illness, and often have to attach prosthetics. Because application of special make-up effects can be a complex and lengthy process, these individuals need to be confident and diplomatic in the way they communicate with performers whose appearances they are transforming. They work alone or, on large-scale productions, they could be responsible for supervising others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop initial design concepts
  • 1.1 Analyse production documentation to determine overall production requirements and schedules
  • 1.2 Identify factors that may affect the design and implementation of special make-up effects
  • 1.3 Identify type and condition of performers' skin, and other special requirements for performers, that need to be taken into account
  • 1.4 Source reference materials and research aspects of special make-up effects design projects
  • 1.5 Maintain currency of reference materials and findings, and organise them for easy access by others
  • 1.6 Identify factors that may affect the creation of prosthetics required for special effects
  • 1.7 Generate a range of design ideas that provide creative solutions to special make-up effects requirements and show an appreciation of how make-up can enhance characterisation
  • 1.8 Take effects of lighting on make-up and colour design principles into account when assessing ideas
  • 1.9 Use research findings to develop initial design concepts
2. Develop and document special make-up effects designs
  • 2.1 Discuss initial design concepts with relevant personnel to maximise their contribution to the design process
  • 2.2 Evaluate initial concepts and select the most appropriate ideas, taking into account production constraints
  • 2.3 Develop special effects make-up designs for discussion with relevant personnel
  • 2.4 Hold ongoing discussions with relevant personnel to ensure additional or changed production requirements are incorporated into special make-up effects designs
  • 2.5 Incorporate feedback from colleagues into final designs and ensure agreement is reached on a consistent interpretation of character and style
  • 2.6 Prepare make-up plans in an appropriate format with details of costings and resources required to achieve special make-up effects
  • 2.7 Distribute copies of make-up plans to relevant personnel
3. Apply and maintain special make-up effects
  • 3.1 Check make-up products and equipment are available according to production schedules
  • 3.2 Explain the process of applying special make-up effects to performers and respond to their questions
  • 3.3 Dress performers with covering to protect hair and clothes, and check they are protected from hazards
  • 3.4 Test special make-up effects to be applied to skin and scalp for adverse reactions
  • 3.5 Comply with health and hygiene requirements when applying special make-up effects in line with make-up plans
  • 3.6 Apply prosthetics using appropriate materials, equipment and techniques
  • 3.7 Check final effects meet production requirements
  • 3.8 Make required adjustments quickly at appropriate times during productions
4. Remove special make-up effects
  • 4.1 Show performers how to remove special make-up effects as required
  • 4.2 Remove special make-up effects using appropriate products, checking performers are comfortable and protected from hazards during the process
  • 4.3 Remove prosthetics carefully to minimise performers’ discomfort
  • 4.4 Seek medical advice promptly if skin irritation or other problems arise
  • 4.5 Clean make-up equipment and check work area is left in the original or improved condition
  • 4.6 Complete workplace documentation as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1154 CUFMUP502A Design and apply special make-up effects Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODH16 CUAMUP513 Design and apply special make-up effects Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZL8 CUA51015 Diploma of Screen and Media Qualification