Becoming a Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) in Queensland

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About this role

Production Assistants (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) provide technical, administrative and organisational support to producers or directors for film, television, radio or stage productions.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) include:

  • completes administrative, publicity and research work
  • works out shooting and rehearsal schedules
  • arranges production meetings
  • hires and books vehicles, accommodation, equipment and flights
  • sorts out any legal requirements in relation to venues
  • photocopies scripts, arranges voice-overs
  • organises contracts
  • deals with production enquiries from the public
  • labels and categorises tapes and sends them to the director and other relevant staff
  • carries out general administration tasks.

Courses that can lead to a career as a Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)

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  1. Certificate IV in Apparel and Fashion

    MST40222

    • 6 months – 2 years
    • Cost varies
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  2. Certificate III in Screen and Media

    CUA31020

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 1 year
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

  3. Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services

    CUA30425

    • Traineeship
    • On-the-job training
    • 1 year
    • Cost varies
    • Financial help available
    • No entry requirements
    • Partially online
    • Part-time may be available

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