Application
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist with scenic art tasks.
At this level, individuals are under broad supervision and are expected to act autonomously within established parameters as they take responsibility for assisting with scenic art for productions in the screen, media, entertainment and events industries.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance Criteria Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for scenic art production | 1.1 Liaise with supervisor to determine scenic art requirements 1.2 Select materials for scenic art production according to instructions and intended use of scenic art elements 1.3 Calculate quantities of required materials, avoiding waste where possible 1.4 Select equipment and tools according to materials being used and type of scenic art |
2. Take part in scenic art production | 2.1 Assist with the production of scenic art using a range of basic techniques 2.2 Complete production processes in a logical sequence 2.3 Follow safety procedures throughout the process according to organisational requirements 2.4 Work cooperatively with other team members to ensure efficiency and quality of final scenic art |
3. Complete simple scenic art tasks | 3.1 Identify problems promptly and take action within scope of own responsibility 3.2 Contribute to evaluations of prop construction processes 3.3 Seek feedback on own work performance and note ways to improve in the future |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence of the ability to:
use scenic art techniques, materials and equipment to contribute to the production of scenic art for at least one production or event
follow safety procedures
work cooperatively.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided for each of the above points at least once.
Evidence of Knowledge
To complete the unit requirements the individual must:
describe the general scope of scenic art production items that may be required for different types of productions
provide examples of equipment and techniques used to produce scenic art
describe the properties of the main paints and cloths used for scenic art and how they are applied
describe safety and environmental issues associated with the production of scenic art.
Assessment Conditions
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in creative arts industry environments. The assessment environment must include access to basic scenic art materials and equipment.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational educational and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.
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 |
Oral communication | 1.1, 1.2, 2.4, 3.1 | Obtains information by listening and questioning |
Numeracy | 1.3 | Performs simple calculations when measuring materials and calculating required quantities |
Navigate the world of work | 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.3 | Follows safety and workplace procedures in relation to assigned duties Understands and completes main tasks and responsibilities, within the boundaries of own role |
Interact with others | 1.1, 1.2, 2.4, 3.1 | Participates in routine conversations directly relevant to role Works collaboratively to produce scenic art |
Get the work done | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1 | Plans and completes routine tasks Recognises and responds to predictable routine problems related to own role Seeks assistance when problems are beyond immediate responsibilities or experience |
Sectors
Visual communication - scenic art