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Category Archives: The Industry
Coming Attractions
Last week’s PA support group was so successful, I’d like to make it a regular thing. I’m inclined to hold it at a different location every month, so if it’s not close to you this time, it might be next … Continue reading
Posted in Podcast, The Industry
Tagged Crew Call, Kickstarter, podcast, Support Group, TAPA
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The Day After
“So, I have a bunch of business cards. Now what?”
-Fictional Reader I Just Made Up
The TAPAlooza1 Festival went swimmingly. The place was packed when I arrived, and there were still a few small groups of people when I left a … Continue reading
Meet Other TAPA Readers in Los Angeles
This blog has been around for a while, now. We’re proud to have so many friends, followers, and readers from all over the world. But today’s post is primarily for those of you who live in Los Angeles.
As much fun as … Continue reading
Posted in The Industry
Tagged coordinators, network, production assistant, production coordinators
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“Balance”
Dave asks:
I’m about to graduate from college, move back to my home town, then get married all in the next year. Compounded with needing a real (read: paying) job, I’m finding my self worried about making ends meet and still … Continue reading
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 … Continue reading
Posted in On the Job, The Industry
Tagged American Family Insurance, commercial, Lost in LA, PA, production assistant, webseries
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How Much is Too Much on a Resume?
Dylan writes in with two questions:
I’ve read how you recommend listing out EVERY paying non-student film job you’ve ever worked on to start the ball rolling on the resume. But how many items realistically should make it? I see you … Continue reading
What Is “Desk Experience”? And What Is “The Industry”?
Jeffrey asks:
Let me start by saying that I believe there are such things as stupid questions. And this might be one…
As someone totally new to the industry, can you tell me what is meant by “desk experience?” Is it simply … Continue reading
What’s the Right Area Code for You?
Will writes in:
I’m new to the area, and want to get a local number before I start sending out resumes for set PA positions. I’m wondering what area code is the best for a PA in the LA area to … Continue reading
What the Hell is a Drive-On?
John asks:
Thanks for the resume tips! I sent it out, and the production coordinator for [show] called me the NEXT DAY!!!1 2
She told me they filmed at [studio lot], and then said, “I’ll call you a drive on.” What does … Continue reading
Breaking and Entering (This Post Is Not What You Think)
No advice, today. Just a feel-good story about some folks who are just like you, trying to make it in the Industry. Here’s the trailer for Breaking and Entering, a web series about Hollywood assistants–
For those of you not in … Continue reading