Course Title: Publicly present a body of own creative work
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2021
Course Code: MKTG7991C
Course Title: Publicly present a body of own creative work
Important Information:
This course will require you to visit galleries to inform your practice.
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C6149 - Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact: Joel Rainford
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8193
Course Contact Email: joel.rainford@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
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 develop skills and knowledge skills and knowledge required to publicly present a body of professional creative work, from ideas generation, to the organisation process, through to the actual preparation of work for presentation. At this level, you will publicly present a coherent body of professional work and may be involved in organisation and promotional processes associated with the presentation.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
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CUAPPR604 Publicly present a body of own creative work |
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1. Analyse public presentation opportunity |
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Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Create or confirm opportunity for public presentation of own creative work through research and consultation 1.2 Establish and confirm the purpose, scope and objectives of the public presentation in consultation with relevant people 1.3 Determine presentation requirements from relevant information |
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2. Generate public presentation ideas |
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Evaluate nature of the audience, its needs and expectations 2.2 Evaluate place of own work within the broader presentation context 2.3 Develop broad parameters for own content, based on overall objectives, audience needs and nature of own work 2.4 Consider new and different ways of presenting work 2.5 Select and develop appropriate themes based on own work practice and presentation requirements 2.6 Challenge and refine ideas through collaboration and discussion with others |
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3. Plan and organise public presentation |
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3.1 Establish roles and responsibilities in presentation preparation process, including own role 3.2 Evaluate and organise resources required for realising the presentation 3.3 Identify and evaluate constraints and risks, and take action to address them 3.4 Develop, implement and monitor an action plan for organising the presentation based on resource requirements, budget and timeframes 3.5 Consult with relevant people during the process |
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4. Participate in promotion |
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Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Establish own role in promoting the presentation in consultation with relevant people 4.2 Develop material relating to own work and forthcoming presentation as required and agreed with others 4.3 Undertake promotional activities within scope of individual responsibility |
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5. Prepare work for public presentation |
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Performance Criteria: |
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6. Evaluate public presentation |
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Performance Criteria: |
6.1 Review overall success of the presentation 6.2 Evaluate implications for own creative work based on audience response and own review 6.3 Identify learnings from the public presentation and subsequent self-review that can inform future practice |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- practical demonstrations in studio
- Blog/Wiki or other online discussion and participation
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- guest lecture/presentation
- class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project-based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- visits to galleries and events
- practical placement
- simulated workplace activities.
Teaching Schedule
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Week 1 9 July |
No classes |
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Week 2 16 July |
Introduction & expectations of the Unit Committees - tasks, catalogue discussion Assessment tasks outlined The title for the Graduate exhibition |
Allocation & tasks of committees |
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Week 3 23 July |
Gallery visit for AT 1 Red Gallery North Fitzroy |
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Week 4 30 July |
Installation Workshop Resources / promotion Artist statements - discussion and start on your own Statement - peer review |
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Week 5 6 August |
Open Day Role of the Curator Fundraising / Grants |
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Week 6 13 August |
Satellite Projects Event Management / Exhibiting |
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Week 7 20 August |
Gallery Visit |
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Week 8 27 August |
Artist statements and examples of previous student statements Students coordinate timeline for catalogue and related exhibition deadlines / fundraising Logos for catalogue Plagiarism Artwork documentation |
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Break |
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Week 9 10 Sept |
Gallery visit |
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Week 10 17 September |
Final artist statement edited in peer groups, submitted end of class 100 -50 words for catalogue committees to report on progress. Particular emphasis on documentation & catalogue committee. Eg quotes on printing, layout, title of exhibition - titles Event feedback |
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Week 11 24 September |
Networking Marketing Committee reports Submit photographs, artist statements, sponsors to catalogue committee Introduction essay from Joel Rainford |
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Week 12 1 October |
Marketing Committee reports Submit photographs, artist statements, sponsors to catalogue committee Introduction essay from Joel Rainford |
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Week 13 8 October |
Committee reports / Media release / mailing list Information on articulation to Higher Ed Fine Art / Photography Catalogue to be proofed in class |
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Week 14 15 October |
Catalogue submitted to printers timeline for exhibition Reports by committees |
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Week 15 22 October |
Exhibition sales | |
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Week 16 29 October |
OS opportunities |
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Week 17 5 November |
Assessment Week |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://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 for this course is on going throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through completion of a body of work that demonstrates concept development, understanding of materials and adhering to the guidelines of working in a studio.
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 expected 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 and due dates
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
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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