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This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1. Clarify work requirements

1.1 Determine requirements and purpose for 3D digital character animation with reference to production documentation

1.2 Determine work flow sequences to ensure production schedule deadlines are met in consultation with relevant personnel

1.3 Select software that best suits the type of production and delivery platform for which 3D digital character animations are being created

2. Prepare to create 3D digital character animation

2.1 Gather and analyse reference materials to assist in animating the characters

2.2 Examine models to be animated to determine most appropriate animation techniques

2.3 Identify and develop skills with the controls of character rigs

2.4 Analyse audio supplied for animations as required

2.5 Create thumbnail sketches of key poses required

2.6 Act out actions and facial expressions, and make notes on timing of actions or record to video for later reference

2.7 Select the most suitable combination of animation techniques

3. Create 3D digital character animation

3.1 Animate first pass, applying relevant animation principles and experimenting with techniques to produce required creative effects

3.2 Submit first pass to relevant personnel for comment on whether requirements have been met

3.3 Make adjustments as required and refine animation in passes until production requirements are met

3.4 Animate facial features and lip-syncing to match audio and design requirements taking into account animation principles

3.5 Create secondary animations as required

3.6 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using computer screens and keyboards for extended periods of time

4. Finalise animations

4.1 Submit final character animations in agreed output format to relevant personnel by agreed deadline

4.2 Make back-up copies of files, and save and store animations using appropriate output file formats and standard naming conventions

4.3 Participate in project evaluations and contribute ideas and suggestions about ways to improve future projects

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 2.1, 3.3, 4.2

• Interprets and analyses textual information to assist with production requirements

Writing

1.1, 1.2, 2.6, 4.2

• Documents task requirements, workflow sequences and timings in appropriate format
• Names files using standard naming conventions

Oral Communication

1.2, 3.2, 4.1, 4.3

• Contributes to discussions using clear language and effective listening and questioning techniques

Navigate the world of work

3.6, 4.2

• Follows enterprise procedures when managing files and directories
• Takes responsibility for satisfying work health and safety requirements

Interact with others

1.2, 3.2, 4.1, 4.3

• Uses appropriate communication practices and protocols to present drafts
• Collaborates with others to refine ideas and discuss project outcomes

Get the work done

1.1-1.3, 2.1-2.5, 3.1-3.5, 4.1-4.3

• Plans, organises and implements tasks and monitors progress to ensure character development and production adheres to requirements
• Makes decisions directly related to task requirements
• Experiments with techniques to produce a range of creative solutions
• Evaluates work to identify opportunities for improvement
• Uses digital tools to develop 3D character animations for a range of productions and delivery platforms

Code and title  

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Comments 

Equivalence status 

CUAANM501 Create 3D digital character animation

CUFANM501A Create 3D digital character animation

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Elements and performance criteria reworded for clarity.

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0.