Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Jessie LaFave · Accepted Answer

“These jobs are not online on indeed.com — they are word-of-mouth gigs because we want reputable people who have been vouched for, even if they have no experience. I have interviewed people who might not be right for my current team dynamic, but I’ll recommend them to another department and they end up working for them instead. That’s how I’ve got my jobs over the years.
“I do suggest contacting APCs directly. I’ve had people reach out to me via LinkedIn or Twitter or Facebook asking me how they might get involved. I am very receptive to that kind of contact; I want people to go the extra mile and have the courage to reach out. If people want it, they should make the extra effort. Not every APC is like that, but I am!
“In fact, following this interview, I have set up an email specifically for people looking for advice or guidance and you are more than welcome to get in touch with me here: productionadvice101@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you!”

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Jessie LaFave · Accepted Answer

“Disingenuousness. I can tell when people are trying to tell me what they think I want to hear. Be candid and honest about you want from your journey. If you tell people honestly and passionately what you want to do, they can help you.”

Question 3

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Jessie LaFave · Accepted Answer

“Eagerness.”

Question 4

What is an Assistant Production Coordinator?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

The Assistant Production Coordinator plays a key role in making sure the lines of communication between the Producers, Executives, and other production figures are comprehensive and clear during the duration of a project.

Question 5

What is the role of Assistant Production Coordinator?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

An Assistant Production Coordinator typically boards a project during pre-production and remains with a project possibly even through post-production. In addition to their role as the go-between for the Producers and Studio Reps, the Assistant Production Coordinator also spends a great amount of time keeping the production office smoothly run and organized. They may also be responsible for distributing the daily shooting schedules and script revisions.

Question 6

Do Assistant Production Coordinators get paid well?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

According to Glassdoor, Assistant Production Coordinators earn on average just over $40,000 per year. Keep in mind, though, that this figure can expand or contract according to multiple factors. The average salary of an Assistant Production Coordinator can change depending on their experience, the number of projects they work on in a given year, and the overall salary they receive for each project.

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