This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate the work of self and/or team in the area of costume and wardrobe services for the film, television and entertainment industries. They may coordinate the operation of a costume department or business or operate on a freelance basis.
Job roles
Costume designer
Wardrobe supervisor.
Subjects
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 16
4 core units
5 Group A units
7 elective units
5 elective units must be selected from the Group A units and/or Group B units listed below.
The remaining 2elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed any endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level.
No more than 4 elective units previously achieved can be counted towards the qualification.
Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.
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.
Candidates may enter the qualification with limited vocational experience and without a relevant lower-level qualification.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and 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.
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by costume designers based on the units listed above. Using this employability skills summary as an example, trainers and assessors can work out how employability skills would apply to other job roles relevant to the qualification to include important industry application of employability skills in learning and assessment strategies.
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
dealing with performers tactfully and respectfully
negotiating changes to costume designs
interpreting scripts, design briefs and other production documentation
articulating potentially complex ideas
consulting with others on testing and refinement of design solutions
liaising with clients and colleagues on design concepts
negotiating with resource suppliers
making presentations and responding to questions
preparing presentation material and writing in a range of styles to suit target audiences
using verbal and non-verbal communication techniques to sustain audience interest during presentations
relating to people from diverse backgrounds and people with diverse abilities
Teamwork
briefing colleagues on work requirements
fostering a cooperative team environment and monitoring team performance
seeking feedback from others on content and format of presentations
Problem-solving
replanning work schedules to take account of emergency situations
negotiating solutions to conflicting production needs
taking action to ensure a safe work environment
identifying and developing effective solutions to complex challenges of a varied and unpredictable nature
Initiative and enterprise
generating and developing concepts and ideas for a brief, including responses to situations where parameters may be quite broad and open or very restrictive
thinking laterally when developing concepts
creating and refining costume design concepts for a wide range of complex costumes
Planning and organising
planning and implementing all stages of projects
planning costume design and construction procedures and following through in a systematic way
establishing and managing production requirements and resources with regard to costumes and accessories
managing budgets
establishing and managing an OHS system
establishing and maintaining procedures for identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks
Self-management
working to deadlines
following workplace procedures and complying with health and hygiene regulations
taking proactive responsibility for own professional development
Learning
identifying and accessing learning opportunities
providing OHS induction and training for team members
improving designs and costumes through experimentation and testing
keeping up to date with industry developments and trends
seeking expert advice as required
Technology
using computer software to create costume designs
using the internet for research purposes
using routine word processing in the context of completing workplace documentation
using sewing machines and other equipment to make costumes
