BSBCRT402
Collaborate in a creative process


Application

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to collaborate in a creative process that is underpinned by a commitment to trust and ethics.

It applies to individuals who are involved in what is traditionally considered a creative endeavour but is also very important in broader business and community activities where creative team effort is highly valued.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Enter into a collaborative creative process

1.1 Adopt a personal philosophy of trustworthy and ethical behaviour

1.2 Maximise the possibilities of sustaining creative partnerships through trustworthy and ethical behaviour

1.3 Use professional discretion and judgement in dealing with others

1.4 Acknowledge and respect the different ways that different people may contribute to the creative process

1.5 Acknowledge and work within the legal framework that applies to creative content as part of individual commitment to an ethical approach

1.6 Respect collaborative efforts by relinquishing individual ownership of ideas

2 Engage in a collaborative creative process

2.1 Maintain a belief in personal ideas, combined with a willingness to move on as ideas are discarded and others evolve

2.2 Be prepared to let go of own vanity and ego to allow new ideas to emerge

2.3 Use language and adopt a demeanour that demonstrates respect and trust for others

2.4 Listen to, value, respect and trust the contributions of others as material to work with rather than positions to argue against

2.5 Challenge, test and share ideas in a supportive way as part of the creative process

2.6 Move on from initial positions and preconceptions to accept and embrace new and unpredictable ideas as they emerge during the creative process

2.7 Play a role that encourages the movement and shift of ideas within the group towards a wellconceived solution

3 Reflect on own role in the collaborative creative process

3.1 Reflect on own level of participation, relationships with others and personal behaviour in the collaborative process

3.2 Identify ways to do better next time and follow up on any issues that need to be resolved

3.3 Identify and seek opportunities to refine and expand own skills and knowledge, including learning from failing

Foundation Skills

This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.

Skill

Performance

Criteria

Description

Learning

3.2, 3.3

Reflects on own performance and seeks opportunities to improve own skills and knowledge

Writing

3.2, 3.3

Notes comments, suggestions and ideas for own use

Oral Communication

2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7

Presents ideas clearly using language and features suitable to diverse audiences

Uses listening and questioning techniques to elicit the views and opinions or others and to confirm understanding

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.5

Understands own legal and ethical responsibilities with specific reference to personal responsibilities in a creative context

Interact with others

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.6, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1-3.3

Actively identifies the requirements of important communication exchanges, selecting appropriate channel, format, tone and content to suit purpose and audience

Reflects on personal values, behaviours and assumptions and considers how these might be perceived by others

Looks for ways of establishing connections and building genuine understanding with a diverse range of people

Responds to and uses diverse perspectives to enrich the creative process

Get the work done

2.1, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.2

Reflects on processes and outcomes and identifies some key principles that may be relevant in future situations

Contributes to creating a climate where people feel comfortable to suggest, explore, adapt and adopt new ideas as a regular part of work life

Uses problemsolving skills to evaluate and challenge ideas and move towards solutions


Sectors

Creativity and Innovation – Creative Process