Modification History
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CUAPRF502A |
This version first released with CUA11 Live Performance Training Package version 1.0 |
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply theatrical make-up for performances according to a make-up and hair plan.
Application of the Unit
The skills and knowledge outlined in this unit apply to performers, such as singers, actors, dancers, circus performers and comedians who apply theatrical make-up for performances. Performances could be in commercial, competition or community settings.
At this level, performers would usually work without supervision and are expected to apply initiative and judgement in the planning and selection of appropriate tools and techniques. They may also be assisting other performers.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Performance Criteria |
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
1. Clarify theatrical make-up and hair requirements for performances |
1.1. Consult with relevant personnel and determine factors that influence the styles of make-up and hair and performance requirements 1.2. In consultation with relevant personnel plan styles and colours of make-up and hair relevant to own performance character 1.3. Confirm final designs and plans for make-up and hair styling with relevant personnel 1.4. Develop understanding of the essential components of a theatrical make-up kit |
2. Implement make-up plan |
2.1. Work with relevant personnel to examine the physical structures or features of own head and body and identify areas requiring corrective action or camouflage make-up or hair dressing 2.2. Ensure tools and equipment are sanitised and in good working order 2.3. Apply theatrical make-up with appropriate techniques and in the required sequence, seeking assistance from others as required 2.4. Work with relevant personnel as required to review make-up plan and check that the final effect meets production and characterisation requirements 2.5. Document theatrical make-up design for continuity purposes as required 2.6. Follow OHS requirements |
3. Create hairstyle for performances |
3.1. Ensure hairstyling tools and equipment are sanitised and in good working order 3.2. Create hairstyle for performance with appropriate techniques 3.3. Correctly apply and integrate false facial hair with theatrical make-up as required 3.4. Work with relevant personnel, as required, to review the hairstyle plan and check that the final effect meets production and characterisation requirements 3.4. Document hairstyle design for continuity purposes as required |
4. Remove theatrical make-up and hairstyle |
4.1. Remove theatrical make-up appropriately and safely, working with relevant personnel as required 4.2. Deconstruct hairstyle appropriately and safely, working with other people as required 4.3. Clean, sanitise and store theatrical make-up and hairstyle elements and components in line with enterprise procedures 4.4. Identify and implement strategies to maintain healthy skin and hair 4.5. Seek out and use feedback from relevant personnel to inform and improve on own theatrical make-up application skills |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills
- communication skills to:
- respond appropriately to feedback on own ability to apply theatrical make-up and create hairstyles for performances
- contribute creative ideas to make-up and hair designs relevant to performance character
- learning skills to:
- implement theatrical make-up plan effectively and according to production requirements
- implement hair design plan effectively and according to production requirements
- implement skin care and hair care strategies
- literacy skills to:
- contribute to and interpret theoretical theatrical make-up and hairstyle plans
- complete production documentation as required
- initiative and enterprise skills to:
- create reality from visualised and theoretical theatrical make-up and hairstyle plans
- maintain continuity of hairstyle and theatrical make-up application over time
- monitor and correct camouflage flaws and imperfections in hair and on face and body
- evaluate results and take remedial action as required
- problem-solving and planning skills to:
- identify, plan, organise and prepare required tools and equipment
- plan and apply hair and make-up designs to compensate for particular face or body shapes or characteristics
- estimate the quantity of products required
- seek advice and think creatively when unpredictable problems arise
- self-management skills to:
- follow OHS procedures and policies
- calculate time to complete hair and make-up designs to meet production schedules
- teamwork skills to work collaboratively with others in the planning, application and removal of theatrical make-up and hairstyles for rehearsals and performances
- technical skills to use a range of tools and styling aids to create current or historical hair and make-up designs.
Required knowledge
- overview knowledge of:
- relevant OHS requirements in the context of applying theatrical make-up for performances
- cleaning and sanitising agents for tools and equipment used in the application of theatrical make-up and hairstyles
- stagecraft as it relates to performers, such as:
- lighting design
- props
- set design
- stage size and theatre size
- well-developed knowledge of:
- specific features of common character roles
- roles and responsibilities of personnel in productions and performances
- principles of skin and hair care
- principles of continuity over a performance run
- characteristics and application techniques of theatrical make-up to produce visual representation of the character being portrayed
- characteristics of, and techniques to create, hairstyles to produce visual representation of the character being portrayed.
Evidence Guide
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 |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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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:
Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling). |
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
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.
Relevant personnel may include: |
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Factors may refer to: |
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Styles of make-up may include: |
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Styles of hair may include: |
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Performance requirements may relate to: |
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Essential components may include: |
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Physical structures and features may include: |
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Theatrical make-up may include: |
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OHS requirements may refer to: |
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Hairstyling tools and equipment may include: |
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Strategies to maintain healthy skin and hair may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Performing arts - performance
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.