Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CUFDRT602A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Audition and select performers

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Issue Date: March 2024


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Unit of Competency CUFDRT602A - Audition and select performers
Description This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to audition and select suitable performers for productions in film, television and interactive media.Selecting the right performers for roles is a critical task in the pre-production phase. It involves detailed analysis of scripts as the basis for developing character profiles that will lead to the most appropriate performers being auditioned and selected.Creative and effective interaction between performers is an important factor for directors to take into account when deciding on the final mix of actors for productions, as is the ability of performers to relate to the camera and their overall appeal on screen. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Directors of relatively large-scale screen productions that require a full cast of performers apply the skills and knowledge contained in this unit.Even though directors act with a high degree of autonomy and are responsible for realising the production's creative vision, the final selection of performers is usually a collaborative effort between directors and other personnel, such as producers and assistant directors.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for auditions.
  • Clarify production requirements in consultation with relevant production personnel.
  • Develop comprehensive character profiles from script materials to facilitate selection of appropriate performers.
  • Obtain and assess resume's of potential performers that may match character profiles.
  • Schedule and advertise auditions at varying times where possible to maximise availability of potential performers.
  • Ensure auditioning applicants are supplied with relevant audition information prior to or at auditions.
  • Arrange for relevant facilities to be available for conducting auditions and recording performers.
       
Element: Audition performers.
  • Conduct audition process in a manner that facilitates comparative assessments of performers according to specific performance elements.
  • Establish an environment conducive to achieving optimum performance from those auditioning.
  • Brief performers on required characterisation and scene context to assist them in their performance.
  • Require performers to provide relevant slate details for audition tape, including nominating part for which they are auditioning.
  • Allow performers sufficient time and repeats to develop character and subsequently their performance.
       
Element: Select performers.
  • Review screen tests and notes to determine most suitable performers for the production.
  • Consider relevant previous body of work that may influence selections.
  • Organise additional auditions or call backs where necessary, including assessing ability of performers to interact with others.
  • Select performers most suited to required roles and ensure all performers are notified of audition outcomes.
  • Organise to contract selected performers in collaboration with relevant production personnel.
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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

Evidence of the following is essential:

selection of performers for screen productions that demonstrates:

understanding of the conventions and practices of casting performers for screen productions

ability to select performers that fit character profiles

effective communication techniques in conveying character requirements to performers.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

access to a range of equipment and audition environments typically used in screen and media industries

access to screen productions for which auditions are required

availability of script materials

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

the use of culturally appropriate processes, and techniques appropriate to the oracy, language and literacy capacity of the assessee and the work being performed.

Method of assessment

The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:

direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance

evaluation of a selection of character profiles prepared by the candidate to determine candidate's ability to identify the type of performers required

observation of the candidate auditioning performers for a screen production to assess candidate's ability to convey concepts and requirements to performers

written or oral questioning to test knowledge as listed in the required skills and knowledge section of this unit.

Guidance information for assessment

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

CUFDRT501A Direct rehearsals of performers

CUFDRT502A Direct performers.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

initiative, enterprise and creativity in the context of being open to a wide range of ideas and approaches to interpreting characters

technical skills sufficient to use standard word processing and spreadsheet applications when preparing documentation in relation to the directing process

communication skills sufficient to:

convey concepts and characterisation requirements to performers in an audition environment

provide constructive feedback to performers during and after auditions

work closely with others involved in the selection process, including reaching consensus on the most appropriate performers for specific roles

planning, organising and literacy skills in the context of:

analysing scripts to develop character profiles

scheduling auditions

self-management skills sufficient to:

show strong leadership qualities

work under pressure to tight deadlines

Required knowledge

well-developed understanding of character development and the craft of screen acting

knowledge of communication techniques, including effective listening, questioning and non-verbal cues

industry knowledge, including:

roles and responsibilities of personnel in the screen and media production industry

issues and challenges that arise in selecting performers for screen productions

conventions and practices of directing for the screen

broad historical and cultural context for types of productions relevant to area of work

visual story-telling techniques

standard processes for organising screen tests

OHS standards as they apply to directing performers in screen productions.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Production requirements may include:

budget

codes of practice

confidentiality

content

contracts

contractual

copyright

deadlines

duration

genre of production

intellectual property

location

purpose

schedule.

Production personnel may include:

broadcaster

casting director

director

director of photography

performer

producer

script writer

other technical/specialist staff.

Character profiles may include:

age

attitude

ethnicity

gender

period

physical features

rhythm

sensibilities

temperament.

Performers may include:

actors

animals and handlers

animations

audience

extras

musicians

narrators

presenters

puppets

stunt performers.

Resume's may include:

agent

contact details

performance fees

personal details

photographs

references

screen performances

show reel

theatre performances.

Audition information may include:

audition requirements, e.g. cold read and monologues

character profiles

dates, times and location of audition

photographs

production commitments

rehearsal commitments

release forms

resume'

scenes for audition

screen performances

script and script extracts

show reel

sign-in sheets

theatrical performances.

Facilities may include:

costumes

digital camera

lighting

microphones

props

sets

venue

video and recording facilities.

Audition process may include:

call backs

creativity

improvisations:

character

situational

performing monologues

reading scenes

rehearsal exercises.

Performance elements may include:

ability to improvise

ability to make bold choices

ability to perform or learn tasks required of the character

ability to take direction

authentic and appropriate behaviours

character arc

clarity of objectives

courage

honesty

originality

script comprehension

selflessness

uniqueness.

Slate details may include:

auditioning role

contact details

name

verbal resume'.

Productions may include:

advertisements/commercials

animations

documentaries

features

interactive media

promotional presentations

shorts

television series and serials

training videos.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Clarify production requirements in consultation with relevant production personnel. 
Develop comprehensive character profiles from script materials to facilitate selection of appropriate performers. 
Obtain and assess resume's of potential performers that may match character profiles. 
Schedule and advertise auditions at varying times where possible to maximise availability of potential performers. 
Ensure auditioning applicants are supplied with relevant audition information prior to or at auditions. 
Arrange for relevant facilities to be available for conducting auditions and recording performers. 
Conduct audition process in a manner that facilitates comparative assessments of performers according to specific performance elements. 
Establish an environment conducive to achieving optimum performance from those auditioning. 
Brief performers on required characterisation and scene context to assist them in their performance. 
Require performers to provide relevant slate details for audition tape, including nominating part for which they are auditioning. 
Allow performers sufficient time and repeats to develop character and subsequently their performance. 
Review screen tests and notes to determine most suitable performers for the production. 
Consider relevant previous body of work that may influence selections. 
Organise additional auditions or call backs where necessary, including assessing ability of performers to interact with others. 
Select performers most suited to required roles and ensure all performers are notified of audition outcomes. 
Organise to contract selected performers in collaboration with relevant production personnel. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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