This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

The following skills must be assessed as part of this unit

interpersonal communication skills to

communicate effectively with creative and production team members through clear and direct communication

ask questions to identify and confirm requirements

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

use and interpret nonverbal communication

creative thinking skills

design application

ability to work in a team

time management skills

attention to detail

The following knowledge must be assessed as part of this unit

the elements and principles of design

th and st century design trends

contemporary design issues

copyright and intellectual property issues and legislation and their impact on design practice

the psychological and marketable characteristics of colour in visual merchandising

the application and effects of light on colour in photography

photographic techniques and terminology

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this TrainingPackage

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

sample analysis of a project brief and subsequent stylist action plan

examples of personally styled photographs

an uptodate resource file of services and supplies

a fully maintained stylist kit

answers to questions on photographic styling

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to

a real or simulated work environment

relevant documentation such as real or simulated promotional briefs including studio and onlocation shots

the availability of a photographic studio environment and equipment

relevant computer hardware and software

props and merchandise

Methods of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

observation of performance in the workplace

a simulated photographic styling project including a promotional brief requiring instudio and onlocation shots

thirdparty reports from a supervisor

a folio of personally developed styling designs

client feedback

answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

Assessing employability skills

Employability skills are integral to effective performance in the workplace and are broadly consistent across industry sectors How these skills are applied varies between occupations and qualifications due to the different work functions and contexts

Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically in the context of the job role and with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification

Stylist kit may include:

Promotional job brief may include:

Creative and production team members may include:

Worksite environment may include:

Props may include:

Merchandise may include: