Production Assistant Resume
A production assistant works in a movie outfit or TV station. He or she takes care of many things associated with the production of a movie, commercials, or daily soap. A person holding this title may perform several jobs depending on the production budget. Whether the employment setting is big or small, a production assistant or a PA must pose various talents and creativity. Hence, when applying to a TV station or movie outfit, highlight creative, technical and administrative skills in your resume.
Resume Sample
Michael K. Krause
2153 Victoria Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-243-9329
Email: mkkrause@example.com
Objective:
To work as a production assistant in a movie outfit that can offer me opportunities to handle various aspects of jobs involved in film making and become a crucial member of the production team.
Summary of Skills:
- Creative thinker, flexible and well organized
- Experienced in passing on information on the set without disrupting silence
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to take and execute orders from authorities
- Able to deal with artist's payments and expenses
- Punctual, sincere and enthusiastic person
- Excellent secretarial skills and computer literate
- Knowledge of film production
- Strong interpersonal and administrative skills
- Yearning to learn new techniques involved in film production
- Ability to manage contracts with external organizations
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations
Work Experience:
Production Assistant
Holly Can Productions, Baton Rouge, LA
2011 - present
- Perform on-set and off-set duties as asked by the producer
- Answer telephone, file paperwork and do data entry
- Arrange lunch, dinner and transportation for actors and crew
- Maintain cleanliness on the set
- Paste health and safety notes on the set
- Arrange and co-ordinate with extras
- Control crowd on the set and ensure shooting does not get disrupted
Film Production Assistant
JohnDale Film Production Studio, Baton Rouge, LA
2009 - 2011
- Worked closely with producer, director and production team
- Installed lighting and camera on the set for shooting
- Co-ordinated with staff and attended production meetings
- Communicated with writers, extras and staff and passed on message of the production manager
- Checked copyright and permission issues
- Ensured that royalties are paid for music, footage and images used of others
- Managed travel arrangements for outdoor locations
- Assisted in several aspects of producing films and television programs
- Collected and secured scripts on behalf of the production manager
- Installed audio, and video equipments necessary during the shoot
- Drafted reports on production status for producer's review
- Negotiated with caterers and suppliers of fight-fighting equipment
- Maintained reports on expenses incurred during the shooting
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production
Creative Mind Training Institute, Baton Rouge, LA
2008
References:
Available upon request.
