Say this to get hired as a Production Assistant
Advice from a TV writer/showrunner
If you aspire to be a screenwriter, actor, director, Assistant Director, Director of Photography, Camera Operator or whatever, Production Assistant is a great entry level job.
If you want to know how to land an interview for one of these jobs, read this post.
The competition for these jobs is pretty stiff, so getting the interview isn’t enough. You have to actually land the job.
Almost certainly, they’ll require you to own a car, because you’ll be running lots of errands. You also better have strong referrals. Your future employer will want to be assured that you’re responsible and trustworthy.
Social skills are also important, so in the interview, make sure you don’t come across like a drooling moron. Be polite and respectful.
But if you really want to stand out, make sure you say this in the interview:
