Course Title: Style merchandise for photography
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: MKTG7992C
Course Title: Style merchandise for photography
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5351 - Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging
Course Contact: Jessie DiBlasi
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Teacher:
Eddie Javier
eddie.javier@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 45
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will apply photographic styling techniques to visual merchandising arrangements.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
SIRRMER516 Style merchandise for photography |
Element: |
1. Work effectively as a stylist. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1.Perform work with an emphasis on research, planning and forecasting. 1.2.Complete resourcing for photo shoot within prescribed deadlines and to specified budgets. 1.3.Develop and maintain a stylist kit. |
Element: |
2. Collaborate with key creative and production personnel. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1.Interpret promotional job brief. 2.2.Communicate effectively with creative and production team members and accept responsibility for own output. |
Element: |
3. Carry out steps in stylist planning. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1.Document action plan and critical milestones and complete tasks according to timelines. 3.2.Identify and access a suitable worksite environment. |
Element: |
4. Manage props and merchandise for photographic assignments. |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1.Source props and merchandise and acquire within set timeframes as required for specific assignments. 4.2.Hire props according to industry procedures where required. 4.3.Develop and maintain a current and ongoing resource file of services and supplies for current and future assignments. |
Element: |
5. Place merchandise and props for photographs. |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1.Demonstrate the application of design principles to two-dimensional (2-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) work in styled arrangements. 5.2.Select colour and apply technical lighting and camera arrangements to achieve outcomes in promotional brief. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will be able to operate effectively as a stylist.
Details of Learning Activities
In class learning activities may include:
- practical demonstrations in studio
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group project-based work
- simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
Note: While all course content in this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
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Assessment & Notes |
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Week 1
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Week 2 |
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Assignment AO2 Pre-production doc PDF DUE end of class upload to Canvas
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Week 3
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Shooting
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Week 4
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Week 5
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Assignment AO2 Pre-production doc PDF + Image/s DUE end of class upload to Canvas
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Week 6 |
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In class
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Week 7
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Assignment AO3 Pre-production doc PDF DUE end of class upload to Canvas
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Week 8 |
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Reminder Easter break
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EASTER BREAK 6th-13th APRIL NO CLASSES
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Week 10
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Assignment AO3 Pre-production doc PDF + Image/s Studio Still Life DUE end of class upload to Canvas
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Week 11
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Shooting |
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Week 12
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Shooting |
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Week 13
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Week 14
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Week 15 AO 1
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Assignment AO1 Pre-production doc PDF + Image/s Free choice DUE end of class upload to Canvas
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
You are advised to look on Canvas for ongoing and updated information. |
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises and the application of learned skills and insights to your assessment tasks. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on myRMIT.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard required in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1:Fashion on Location
Collaborating with a stylist, create and execute a styled fashion on location shoot.
Part A:Brief Proposal Due: WK5
Part B: Documentation+ Due: WK15
Assessment Task 2:Editorial Magazine Cover
Collaborating with a stylist, create and execute an editorial magazine cover shoot.
Brief Proposal Due: WK2
Documentation Due: WK5
Assessment Task 3: Studio Still Life
Collaborating with a stylist, create and execute an editorial still life shoot.
Brief Proposal Due: WK7
Documentation Due: WK10
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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