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Design, apply and remove make-up

Design, apply and remove make-up

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAMUP401
State Code
AWH89
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
160
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design, apply and remove standard make-up for performers and talent appearing in screen and entertainment industry productions.It applies to individuals who use their creative skills, working alone or as part of a team, to design make-up that meets production requirements and brings out the subject's best features. Good communication skills are essential since they need to create an environment where others feel at ease.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design make-up
  • 1.1 Confirm make-up requirements in consultation with relevant personnel and with reference to production documentation
  • 1.2 Generate a range of ideas for make-up designs that take colour design principles and lighting effects into account and provide creative solutions to production requirements
  • 1.3 Identify production factors that may affect design solutions
  • 1.4 Identify skin types, skin disorders, contra-indications or specific requirements of performers or talent that must be considered
  • 1.5 Prepare costings for make-up products and equipment and seek approval for expenditure as required
  • 1.6 Discuss design ideas with relevant personnel and document agreed make-up plans
  • 1.7 Check make-up products and equipment are available in time to meet production schedules
2. Prepare to apply make-up
  • 2.1 Lay out work area to ensure efficient application of make-up
  • 2.2 Check health and hygiene procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations for use and care of make-up products and equipment
  • 2.3 Dress performers or talent with required covering to protect hair and clothes
  • 2.4 Check suitability of products before cleansing performers' skin
3. Apply and maintain make-up
  • 3.1 Maintain performers' comfort and protect from hazards during make-up application
  • 3.2 Apply products in sequence using applicators according to make-up plans and health and hygiene requirements
  • 3.3 Explain procedures and products to performers during each stage of application
  • 3.4 Take immediate remedial action if there is an adverse reaction to products
  • 3.5 Check final make-up effects meet production requirements
  • 3.6 Make required adjustments quickly at appropriate times during productions
4. Remove make-up
  • 4.1 Maintain performers' comfort and protect from hazards during make-up removal
  • 4.2 Explain make-up removal procedures to performers or talent
  • 4.3 Remove make-up using appropriate cleansing products
  • 4.4 Wash, disinfect or discard make-up equipment
  • 4.5 Clean and leave work areas in the original or an improved condition
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1149 CUFMUP401A Design, apply and remove make-up Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODJ19 CUAMUP411 Design, apply and remove make-up Unit of competency