The Anonymous Production Assistant

Getting a Job on the Show You Want

Lauren writes in: I know of two projects specifically that are being produced soon. (One is a feature adapted from a book, one is a new multi-camera sitcom.) I REALLY want to work on set as a PA for either or both. Is there ANY way to get in with someone and throw my resume on […]

Funny Videos

Ashley sent me this video on my Facebook page: This commercial raises so many questions. Why is she finding props and wardrobe? Those are decisions for two different department. And where are teamsters to pick up all this stuff? It’s like the entire show’s budget went into that one crane and Maxi Brute, and they […]

Beggars Can’t Be Choosers

Kevin writes: Hi TAPA! I’ve been reading your blog for a while now, but it has recently taken on more importance in my life. I live right outside NYC and am trying to get jobs as a PA on some film or TV sets. While at college, I was focusing on Production Design and art […]