Do You Need Education to Become a Production Assistant?
Production assistants most notably work in the entertainment business on film and television sets and often in music studios. Their duties include issuing scripts, making travel arrangements for other production personnel, typing up schedules and running errands. Though a solid education can be a plus in getting a job as a production assistant, as with other entertainment professions, getting a job is largely about who you know.
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The Basics
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A job as a production assistant is considered an entry-level position that may lead to better positions, according to production assistant Caleb Clarke's "The Production Assistant's Pocket Handbook." A production assistant's salary may range between $24,000 and $29,000 according to Collegecrunch.org.
Requirements
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Although there are no specific educational requirements for a production assistant, obtaining a quality education can be an advantage, according to Media Match, an employment website. Competition for production assistant jobs can be high, with many aspirants utilizing supplementary educational benefits such as internships with television and film companies to break into the profession.
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Education Courses
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Specific degree programs or educational programs for production assistants are rare, though they may be more prevalent in major entertainment cities such as New York City and Los Angeles. Examples are the Made in NY Production Assistant Training Program in Brooklyn, New York, and the Streetlights Production Assistant Program in Los Angeles. Outside of these programs, obtaining a media degree or taking courses in drama and broadcasting can be useful.
The Path
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The Hollywood Ladder, a resource for individuals seeking careers in the film industry, lists four essential steps for those seeking careers as a production assistant. These steps include creating a resume, networking, searching for jobs and working for free, if necessary.
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