Unit of competency Outline

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Realise costumes

Realise costumes

Unit of competency
National Code
CUACOS510
State Code
AWJ46
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the costume realisation process for screen, media and entertainment productions.It applies to individuals who work in pre-production and determine the number of characters and costumes required. They develop costume plots and manage the process of constructing or acquiring costumes. They work independently and in a supervisory role to achieve the required costume outcomes.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan costume realisation
  • 1.1 Confirm costume requirements in consultation with relevant personnel, referencing production documentation
  • 1.2 Develop a preliminary plan for achievement of costume requirements according to production genre and factors that may impact realisation of costumes
  • 1.3 Agree, allocate and communicate responsibilities including timelines and budgets
  • 1.4 Discuss with relevant personnel, and agree methods to monitor progress against production schedules
  • 1.5 Seek feedback from relevant personnel and make adjustments to plans as required
  • 1.6 Document final plans to realise costumes
  • 1.7 Provide relevant information on final plans and costume studio processes to production colleagues
2. Coordinate costume realisation
  • 2.1 Source materials and components required for costume construction within available budgets
  • 2.2 Participate in and/or supervise costume studio processes
  • 2.3 Participate in production meetings or costume parades to evaluate work in progress on costumes
  • 2.4 Identify and resolve problems promptly in consultation with relevant personnel
  • 2.5 Monitor effectiveness of chosen solutions
  • 2.6 Conduct trials, evaluate results and modify costumes as required
  • 2.7 Update and distribute documentation promptly throughout the pre-production and production phases
  • 2.8 Monitor costume issues during productions and keep relevant personnel informed of changes as required
3. Evaluate costume realisation process
  • 3.1 Assess costumes and costume studio processes against key creative objectives of production
  • 3.2 Share information from assessment with relevant personnel and incorporate information and conclusions into planning for future productions
  • 3.3 Evaluate own role in costume realisation process and note areas for future improvement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1105 CUFCOS505A Realise costumes Unit of competency