Production Assistant
Entry Level // Production Department
What does a Production Assistant do?
Production Assistants provide administrative support to the production team (including invoicing and maintaining databases) and throughout the production process from initial concept to delivery.
This can include managing all assets (including files, plotters, approvals and advances) and checking they meet the required standards, troubleshooting delays and problems, ensuring in-house teams and suppliers comply with safety standards, and supporting the day-to-day running of the office by answering calls and emails.
They also maintain excellent relationships with in-house colleagues and external stakeholders.
What is a Production Assistant good at?
- Organised; ability to plan ahead and juggle priorities across multiple projects with a meticulous eye for detail
- Techy; excellent IT skills including knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Collaboration; strong team player and excellent communicator who enjoys interacting with a range of people
Who does a Production Assistant work with?
Reporting to the Production Manager, Head of Production or Production Director and working closely with colleagues in editorial and sales.
How do I become a Production Assistant?
Because it’s an entry-level role, you do not need experience to apply for jobs as a Production Assistant. However it does help if you can get work experience or an internship that will give you some knowledge of production.