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Feature Film November – December: Need Production Assistant – Paid

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Sittu Entertainment

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Job Position(s): Production Assistant
Project Type: Feature Film
Job Date: November - December
Compensation: TBD
Union Status: Non-Union

The Production Assistant will be performing a series of small but important tasks in the office, around the set, and on location. He/she will be working alongside production crews from various departments, duties may involve anything from office administration to crowd control, and from public relations to cleaning up locations.

Responsibilities:
–        Perform general office administration including answering telephones, filing, photocopying paperwork, and other courier tasks
–        Distribute production related paperwork such as call sheets, health and safety notices, declaration forms etc. to production crews
–        Arrange crew lunch and craft table while keeping the area clean
–        Work with COVID supervisor to ensure COVID protocols are properly enforced
–        Assist with preparing the set with lights, props, equipment, some physical labor is involved
–        Assist with keeping the set clean and tidy, some cleaning is involved
–        Escort actors around the filming area and coordinate extras
–        Conduct crowd control by putting up signs, directing pedestrians away from filming, lockdown sets etc.
–        Assist with all other miscellaneous tasks wherever needed

Requirements:
–        Previous experience on set preferred
–        Previous film & entertainment education preferred
–        Must hold a valid driver’s license
–        Access to a vehicle preferred
–        Flexible and adaptive to a wide range of roles
–        Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task
–        Must be punctual and motivated
–        Ability to work under fast-paced and high-pressure environments
–        Strong verbal and written communication skills
–        Show tact and deference towards those in positions of authority and greater responsibility
–        Good secretarial skills. Proficient in standard word processor, spreadsheet and email programs

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