Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with CUA Creative Arts and Culture Training Package version 2.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide continuity services for make-up and hair in screen productions.
It applies to individuals who check the make-up and hair of performers is consistent when scenes are watched in the correct sequence, irrespective of the order in which they were shot. They are crucial in making sure there are smooth transitions between shots and scenes, thus facilitating post-production editing.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Unit Sector
Visual Communication – make-up
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. Prepare for hair and make-up continuity |
1.1 Break down scripts to determine issues affecting hair and make-up continuity for productions 1.2 Confirm hair and make-up requirements with relevant personnel 1.3 Note scripted and unscripted occurrences that might impact performers’ hair and make-up and plan accordingly 1.4 Take account of how aspects of hair and make-up are captured on camera when planning continuity activity 1.5 Prepare hair and make-up continuity documentation for each scene |
2. Undertake hair and make-up continuity activities |
2.1 Check performers’ hair and make-up at the commencement of takes accurately reproduces their appearance at the end of previous sequential takes 2.2 Check continuity photographs and notes are taken throughout shoots and filed for reference purposes 2.3 Have materials for maintaining make-up and hair on hand at all times 2.4 Make required adjustments to make-up and hair quickly and safely at appropriate times during productions 2.5 Update hair and make-up continuity documentation throughout productions 2.6 Maintain accurate records of hair and make-up continuity details for performers and production personnel 2.7 Take the needs of others on set into consideration when undertaking continuity activity |
3. Maintain communications during shoot |
3.1 Advise relevant personnel of changes to make-up, hair and appearance 3.2 Advise cast, crew and production personnel of hair and make-up continuity issues throughout shoots in line with workplace procedures and production requirements |
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 |
Reading |
1.1, 1.3, 2.2 |
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Writing |
1.5, 2.5, 2.6 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.4, 3.2 |
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Interact with others |
1.2, 2.7, 3.1, 3.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1-1.5, 2.1-2.6 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
CUAMUP402 Maintain make-up and hair continuity |
CUFMUP402A Maintain make-up and hair continuity |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor edits to elements and performance criteria. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=1db201d9-4006-4430-839f-382ef6b803d5