Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to audition and select suitable performers for productions in film, television and interactive media. Selecting the right performers for roles is a critical task in the pre-production phase. It involves detailed analysis of scripts as the basis for developing character profiles that will lead to the most appropriate performers being auditioned and selected. Creative and effective interaction between performers is an important factor for directors to take into account when deciding on the final mix of actors for productions, as is the ability of performers to relate to the camera and their overall appeal on screen. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
Directors of relatively large-scale screen productions that require a full cast of performers apply the skills and knowledge contained in this unit. Even though directors act with a high degree of autonomy and are responsible for realising the production's creative vision, the final selection of performers is usually a collaborative effort between directors and other personnel, such as producers and assistant directors. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for auditions. |
1.1. Clarify production requirements in consultation with relevant production personnel. 1.2. Develop comprehensive character profiles from script materials to facilitate selection of appropriate performers. 1.3. Obtain and assess resume's of potential performers that may match character profiles. 1.4. Schedule and advertise auditions at varying times where possible to maximise availability of potential performers. 1.5. Ensure auditioning applicants are supplied with relevant audition information prior to or at auditions. 1.6. Arrange for relevant facilities to be available for conducting auditions and recording performers. |
2. Audition performers. |
2.1. Conduct audition process in a manner that facilitates comparative assessments of performers according to specific performance elements. 2.2. Establish an environment conducive to achieving optimum performance from those auditioning. 2.3. Brief performers on required characterisation and scene context to assist them in their performance. 2.4. Require performers to provide relevant slate details for audition tape, including nominating part for which they are auditioning. 2.5. Allow performers sufficient time and repeats to develop character and subsequently their performance. |
3. Select performers. |
3.1. Review screen tests and notes to determine most suitable performers for the production. 3.2. Consider relevant previous body of work that may influence selections. 3.3. Organise additional auditions or call backs where necessary, including assessing ability of performers to interact with others. 3.4. Select performers most suited to required roles and ensure all performers are notified of audition outcomes. 3.5. Organise to contract selected performers in collaboration with relevant production personnel. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
The following assessment method is appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Production requirements may include: |
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Production personnel may include: |
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Character profiles may include: |
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Performers may include: |
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Resume's may include: |
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Audition information may include: |
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Facilities may include: |
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Audition process may include: |
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Performance elements may include: |
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Slate details may include: |
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Productions may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Media and entertainment production - directing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
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