The PA Academy is back on July 22-23. Register Now!
Georgia Production Partnership, the Atlanta Film Society and Production Consultants & Equipment (PC&E) are proud to present The PA Academy.
CLASS DETAILS
What: (2) 12-Hour Workshop Days (see below)
When: July 22-23 | 8AM to 8PM
Location: PC&E (Overflow parking along DeFoor Hills Rd)
Cost: $150 Non-Members | $120 GPP & ATLFS Members
Registration Deadline: July 18, at Midnight
CLASS SYNOPSIS
This two day, bootcamp-style Production Assistant workshop is perfect for those just starting their career in the industry as well as those looking to advance their knowledge of what it takes to succeed as an office or on-set production assistant working on commercials, industrials, music videos, independent films, television series and studio features.
Training includes but is not limited to:
- Production terminology and paperwork
- Film crew titles and job descriptions
- Department duties and responsibilities
- Office and set etiquette - Dos and Don’ts
- How a typical day proceeds - from commercials and music videos to features and television
- Locking up the set, distribution, and petty cash
- Walkie protocol, terminology and sign out
- Setting up video village, extras holding, and supporting your AD team
We discuss gear and kits, provide hands-on equipment training, share resume tips, and where to find experience as well as paid work. Learn how successful office and set PAs as well as DGA assistant directors got into the business, what they look for when they hire PAs, their tips for success, and how to avoid their pet peeves. This bootcamp simulates a typical day on set to prepare new PAs for their first job, and more experienced PAs the knowledge and training they need to up their skills and compete in the fast paced and growing Georgia film industry. But this workshop isn’t just for PAs. It’s for anyone looking to work in the business from camera to G&E and wardrobe to craft service. All the same protocol, terminology, and hiring practices exist no matter where you start your career.
All students who finish the two day workshop are listed on the GPP member only website database, and offered internship and paid work opportunities for at least two years through a secret PB page that only these students and Producer Linda Burns can access for networking and mentorship. This workshop serves as a fundraiser for Atlanta Film Society and Georgia Production Partnership, supporting education and outreach, and film tax incentive lobbying efforts.
INSTRUCTOR
Producer Linda Burns runs ThePAAcademy.org with the help of Georgia’s best DGA ADs, office and set PAs, and crew working full-time in the industry. Each workshop offers a fresh and unique perspective to the students, with an ever-changing group of instructors and guest speakers. For questions regarding this workshop, go to ThePAAcademy.org or contact Linda with PA ACADEMY in the subject line.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
(all dates are by midnight)
- By July 14: 100% Refund
- By July 17: 50% Refund
- By July 19: 25% Refund
- No refunds after July 21
Space is limited and the PA Academy will fill up!
BECOME AN ATLFS MEMBER
Interested in registering for this class at a discount? Become a member of the Atlanta Film Society today and, in addition to your member discount on this class, you'll also receive year-round benefits such as: invitations to advanced screenings, free tickets to special ATLFS screenings at The Plaza Theatre, a 20% discount on year-round screenings, events, and workshops, and much more!
Plus, every membership comes with access to the annual 10-day Atlanta Film Festival each spring!
For more details regarding our membership and festival badge/card options, with a full list of year-round membership benefits, please click here. If you purchase a membership to receive a discount to this class, please email membership@atlantafilmsociety.org to receive your discount code.
