Want a job in TV and Film Production? The “Made in NY” Production Assistant Training Program is a free four week nonprofit training program, taught by industry professionals, and followed by two years of job placement. No previous production experience is required.
What is a PA?
A production assistant (PA) provides support to the rest of the crew on a production. PAs work on movies, TV shows, commercials, music videos and other productions. As a PA you may
- Drive crew to and from set
- Pick up equipment and purchase production supplies
- Perform ‘lockup’ so that pedestrians don’t walk onto the film set
As a PA you can expect
- Long hours – 12-16 hour workdays; early morning, evening and weekend work
- Physical labor – you will be on your feet all day and must be able to lift and bend at least 50 pounds
- Outdoor work in all weather
- Freelance work – you will be hired day to day, and project to project; most jobs will not include benefits and you will usually not know your work schedule in advance
- Pay rates of about $100-$200/day
The “Made in NY” PA family includes hundreds of alumni, employers, instructors and industry friends committed to our graduates’ success. If you’ve seen these productions, you’ve seen the work of a “Made in NY” PA!
Who should apply?
BWI is looking for applicants with who come from a very low-income background, who are currently out of work or earning a very low part-time wage, and who do not already have experience and connections in the TV and film industry. We are looking for people who have overcome obstacles and are motivated to start a new career. No previous production experience or knowledge is required.
There is no educational requirement.
If you are already working in the industry or have opportunities through school, friends or family we encourage you to reach out to your network and research other opportunities for free or low-cost training.
There is no fee for BWI’s training. However you must be able to cover your personal expenses during the training and job search. The training is full-time Monday-Friday, with homework and occasional evening and/or weekend sessions, followed by a two year career development program which consists of job placement assistance, career counseling and support as you work your way up the entertainment ladder. Please do not apply if you are employed full-time or enrolled in school, or plan to enroll in school in the next two years.
Ready to become a “Made in NY” PA?
To be eligible to apply you must meet all of the following criteria:
- Live in New York City & be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
- 21 years or older
- Have a valid driver’s license (no exceptions – you will be driving during job placement)
- Available full-time and able to attend training Monday – Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Able to make a two-year commitment to working in the industry
- Be unemployed, have a low income or receive public assistance, and come from a low-income background.
BWI welcomes individuals with past criminal convictions to apply.
*Because we have the resources to train and place a limited number of people, you are not eligible for this program if any of the following is true:
- You have more than 2 years of paid production experience (international or domestic)*
- You have supervised production assistants (paid or unpaid)*
- You have ever been enrolled in any type of Master’s or Doctorate program
How to apply
Attend an Open House. For more information, email pa@bwiny.org or call 718-237-2017 x 145. A limited number of training spots are available. Apply ASAP to guarantee consideration. Applications are accepted year round. (Training cycles are normally held in February, April, June and September).
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