Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of photoimaging practitioners who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised and technical competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate photoimaging services. The qualification has application across a range of industry contexts (including commercial, domestic portrait, media, wedding, illustrative, institutional and art photography), where the practitioner is required to:
- interpret photoimaging assignment briefs from a range of clients
- consult with clients to refine objectives of photoimaging assignments
- select appropriate technologies and workflows to capture images, including type of camera, image recording media, lighting, post capture processing and outputs
- work from a studio or in a range of locations
- employ aesthetic, conceptual, compositional and technical skills to realise photoimaging outcomes
- utilise a range of traditional, contemporary and emergent technologies in the capture, preparation and distribution of image products.
Job Roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Art Photographer
- Commercial/Advertising Photographer
- Domestic Portrait Photographer
- Fashion Photographer
- Industrial/Architectural Photographer
- Media Photographer
- Sports Photographer
- Technical Photographer (Museum/Library/Gallery)
- Technical Photographer (Scientific/Medical/Forensic)
- Wedding Photographer
Pathways Information
Qualification Pathways
Pre -requisite Requirements
There are no pre-requisite requirements for this qualification.
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake vocational education and training at Diploma level, including (but not restricted to):
- successful achievement of a Certificate IV qualification in photoimaging or equivalent, such as:
- CUV40403 Certificate IV in Photoimaging
- CUV40103 Certificate IV in Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft (ensuring at least eight of the required 14 electives have been drawn from the photoimaging stream)
- extensive vocational experience (paid/voluntary) as a photographer's assistant
- extensive vocational experience in photoimaging practice.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing , Legislative , Regulatory or Certification Considerations
There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, where required, a Unit of Competency will specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements that impact on the unit.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skills Summary
CUV50407 Diploma of Photoimaging
The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills required by the photoimaging industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
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Due to the high proportion of electives required by this qualification, the industry requirements described above for each Employability Skill are representative of the photoimaging sector and may not reflect specific job roles. Learning and assessment strategies for this qualification should be based on the requirements of the units of competency for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
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Total number of units = 17 3 core units plus 8 specialist units , with a minimum of 3 selected from each of the following two specialist fields:
6 elective units , with at least 3 selected from the remaining specialist/elective units. The other 3 elective units may be selected from the remaining specialist/elective units or from a Diploma qualification in any other nationally endorsed Training Package. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level. |
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CUVPHI501A Research role and use of the photoimage in visual communication CUVPHI502A Research and exploit photoimaging trends CUVPHI514A Employ colour management in a digital imaging workplace |
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Photoimaging (Generic competencies ) CUVPHI02B Develop self for photoimaging industry CUVPHI09B Use colour materials, processing and printing techniques in a wet darkroom context CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work CUVPHI515A Prepare digital images for pre-press printing CUVVSP13B Research and experiment with techniques for digital image enhancement and manipulation Photoimaging (Contextual competencies ) CUVPHI506A Produce commercial photoimages CUVPHI507A Provide domestic portrait services CUVPHI508A Produce media photoimages CUVPHI509A Make wedding photoimaging products CUVPHI510A Plan, capture and exploit art photoimages CUVPHI511A Produce technical photoimages CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display CUVPHI513A Plan, capture and exploit stock photoimages Creative and Design Process BSBCRT402A Collaborate in a creative process BSBCRT403A Explore the history and social impact of creativity BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts BSBDES501A Implement design solutions BSBDES502A Establish, negotiate and refine a design brief Post Production CUFPOS402A Manage media assets Project Management BSBADM407B Administer projects BSBPMG510A Manage projects PSPPM402B Manage simple projects PSPPM405A Administer simple projects Relationship Management BSBREL401A Establish networks |
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Compliance CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements BSBCOM501B Identify and interpret compliance requirements BSBCOM502B Evaluate and review compliance Digital Content and Imaging CUFDIG401A Author interactive media CUFDIG402A Design user interfaces CUFDIG403A Create user interfaces CUFDIG502A Design web environments Diversity and Interpersonal Communication BSBCMM401A Make a presentation HLTCOM408B Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively HLTHIR403B Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers Financial Management BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans THHGLE16B Manage physical assets Information and Communications Technology BSBITA401A Design databases BSBITU501A Manage business document design and development ICAS5199A Manage business websites and servers ICAS5203A Evaluate and select a web hosting service ICAT4221A Locate equipment, system and software faults Information Collection Management and Preventative Conservation CULMS008A Conceive, develop and realise exhibition designs CULMS009A Implement preventive conservation activities CULMS010A Contribute to the preservation of cultural material Knowledge Management BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system CULMS412B Record and maintain collection information CULMS610B Research, describe and document cultural material Learning and Development BSBLED501A Develop a workplace learning environment Management BSBMGT502B Manage people performance BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement |
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Marketing BSBMKG403A Promote products and services BSBMKG501B Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis Medical and Scientific Photography HLTDA417A Take a clinical photograph PMLTEST409A Capture and manage scientific images Occupational Health and Safety BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace Risk Management BSBRSK501A Manage risk Purchasing and Contracting TAATAS503B Manage contracted work Recordkeeping BSBRKG501A Develop and maintain terminology and classification schemes Small and Micro Business BSBSMB401A Establish legal and management requirements of small business BSBSMB407A Manage a small team Visual Arts and Contemporary Craft CUVVSP46B Research and experiment with techniques to produce prints Visual Merchandising WRRVM15A Style merchandise for photography Workplace Effectiveness BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships BSBWOR501A Manage personal work priorities and professional development BSBWOR502A Ensure team effectiveness HLTOPD401A Work effectively in the ophthalmic industry |
Selecting Electives for Different Outcomes
The context for this qualification varies, and this must guide the selection of elective units. Examples of appropriate elective units for particular outcomes at this level follow.
Art Photographer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBREL401A Establish networks
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CULMS008A Conceive, develop and realise exhibition designs
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI508A Produce media photoimages
CUVPHI510A Plan, capture and exploit art photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
CUVVSP13B Research and experiment with techniques for digital image enhancement and manipulation
CUVVSP46B Research and experiment with techniques to produce prints
Commercial Photographer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI506A Produce commercial photoimages
CUVPHI510A Plan, capture and exploit art photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
CUVPHI515A Prepare digital images for pre-press printing
Media Photographer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI508A Produce media photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
CUVPHI513A Plan, capture and exploit stock photoimages
ICAT4221A Locate equipment, system and software faults
Technical Photographer (Medical )
Core units plus:
BSBCOM501B Identify and interpret compliance requirements
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBWOR501A Manage personal work priorities and professional development
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI508A Produce media photoimages
CUVPHI511A Produce technical photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
HLTCOM408B Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
PMLTEST409A Capture and manage scientific images
THHGLE16B Manage physical assets
Technical Photographer (Museum /Library )
Core units plus:
BSBRKG501A Develop and maintain terminology and classification schemes
BSBWOR501A Manage personal work priorities and professional development
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CULMS010A Contribute to the preservation of cultural material
CULMS412B Record and maintain collection information
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI511A Produce technical photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
CUVPHI513A Plan, capture and exploit stock photoimages
PSPPM402B Manage simple projects
THHGLE16B Manage physical assets
Sports Photographer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBPMG510A Manage projects
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI508A Produce media photoimages
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
CUVPHI513A Plan, capture and exploit stock photoimages
ICAT4221A Locate equipment, system and software faults
Wedding Photographer
Core units plus:
BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts
BSBITU501A Manage business document design and development
BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities
BSBREL401A Establish networks
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CUFDIG502A Design web environments
CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis
CUFPOS402A Manage media assets
CUVPHI503A Explore the descriptive and emotive nature of photo lighting
CUVPHI504A Investigate and exploit innovative imaging options
CUVPHI505A Produce an innovative presentation of professional work
CUVPHI507A Provide domestic portrait services
CUVPHI509A Make wedding photoimaging products
CUVPHI512A Make illustrative images for publication and display
