Scenic artists and set construction personnel apply the skills and knowledge outlined in this unit.

Generally they work as members of set construction crews under the supervision of a workshop manager.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Prepare for cloth construction

1. Liaise with relevant production personnel to ascertain and confirm production requirements

2. Interpret available documentation to determine required quantities and measurements for planned construction of scenic art cloths

3. Select requisite tools, equipment and materials according to design specifications

Construct scenic art cloths

4. Apply appropriate techniques for layout of scenic art cloths

5. Evaluate construction of scenic art elements to ensure they meet design and production specifications

6. Seek feedback on work in progress with relevant production personnel and make adjustments as required

7. Complete all work with due regard to OHS regulations and enterprise procedures

Prime and store cloth

8. Apply appropriate materials to scenic art cloths in preparation for artwork

9. Label and code each scenic art element for identification during production phase

10. Store scenic art cloth and other elements according to enterprise procedures

11. Finalise and distribute documentation to relevant production personnel as required

12. Review own work and identify areas for improvement

Required skills

communication and teamwork skills sufficient to:

liaise with relevant production personnel, e.g. scenic art designer, scenic artists and set construction crew

understand and carry out instructions and creative directions as required

complete routine workplace documentation

work effectively as a team member

literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to accurately interpret scale drawings and measurements

technical skills sufficient to use a range of hand and power tools and materials to prepare scenic art cloths

self-management and planning skills sufficient to:

prioritise work tasks

work under pressure and meet deadlines

seek expert assistance when problems arise

label and store finished scenic art elements in an orderly manner

maintain a clean and safe work area

Required knowledge

industry knowledge, including:

roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in designing and realising productions

understanding the artistic and technical elements of productions

terminology associated with production scheduling

characteristics of a range of materialsused inscenic art, including paints andcloths

scenic art design and construction processes

different types of construction materials and techniques

familiarity with storage and identification processes and systems

methods for the safe handling of hazardous materials

OHS standards as they apply to preparing and priming scenic art cloths

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:

ability to:

organise and store scenic art elements in line with production requirements

demonstrate attention to detail when preparing and priming scenic art cloths

follow directions and instructions

correctly interpret scenic art specifications and documentation

handle hazardous materials and equipment in a safe manner

collaborative approach to work.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

completion of scenic art preparation tasks within typical workplace time constraints

access to the tools, materials and equipment required to prepare scenic art cloths

access to productions requiring scenic art cloths

access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required

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

Method of assessment

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

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

direct observation of the candidate preparing and priming scenic art cloths

inspection of scenic art cloths prepared by the candidate to determine whether correct procedures have been followed and production requirements have been met

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:

CUESCE05B Apply a general knowledge of scenic art

CUFSCE202A Repair, maintain and alter scenic art.

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 personnel may include:

art director

director

director of photography

floor manager

head of department

painter and artist

producer

production designer

production manager

scenic art department personnel

scenic art designer

scenic art production staff

set designer

sets maker, e.g. carpenter

sets manager

sets storeman

stand-by sets

supervisor

technical director

other technical/specialist staff.

Production requirements may include:

application, e.g. practical or illusionary

day and night

deadlines

fire proofing

hazardous situations

interior and exterior

multiple locations

opaque

production schedules

solid

special effects sets.

Documentation may include:

colour charts

computer generated

confirmation of receipt and dispatch notes

descriptive scenic art checklists

fault reports

hire agreements

manually written

manufacture schedules

manufacturer specifications and instructions

measurement charts

memos of instruction

paint colour formulas

production schedules

running sheets

scenic art breakdown lists

scenic art design

scenic art schedules and plans

scripts

sketches

stock orders

stock reports

technical drawings.

Scenic art cloth may include:

canvas

gauze

leather

muslin

nessle

silk

synthetic fabrics

velour

wool.

Equipment may include:

brushes

charcoal sticks

conversion tables

cutting boards and tables

dyeing facilities

gaffer tape

glue guns

graining combs

hammers

hopper guns

measuring tapes

rollers

scissors and cutters

sponges

spray-guns

stamps

staplers

tacks

tools, e.g. wire cutters, hammers and pliers.

Materials may include:

adhesives

dyes

fire retardant

primers

solvent-based paints

texture mediums

water-based paints.

Scenic art elements may include:

backdrops

cycloramas

drops

flats

flooring and floor cladding

flown pieces

large props, e.g. furniture

rakes

rostrums

scaffolding

soft drapes

stairs

treads.

Productions may include:

animations

commercials

documentaries

feature films

interactive media

live or pre-recorded television productions

live theatre or events

music videos

short films

television productions of any type.

OHS regulations may include:

Australian Recommended Safety Code for Film and Television

commonwealth, state and territory OHS regulations

relevant local government construction rules and regulations

relevant national and international standards, guidelines and codes of practice, e.g. the Building Code of Australia.

Unit sector

Visual communication - scenic art

This unit contains employability skills.