A Day In The Life Of A Field Services Assistant At Walt Disney Studios
A Field Services Assistant's day at Walt Disney Studios begins "an hour and a half before filming," involving tasks like document gathering and distribution, and preparing the production report for higher-ups. The afternoon is highly variable, with responsibilities ranging from project work and gift preparation to assisting various departments, requiring adaptability and the ability to "think on your feet."
Behind-the-Scenes, Problem-Solving, Teamwork, Communication, Real-World Examples
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Bree Plume
Field Services Assistant
Walt Disney Studios
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English
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Operations and Project Management
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Video Highlights
1. A day typically starts 1.5 hours before filming begins, involving tasks such as gathering and distributing documents, reviewing production reports, and sending information to relevant parties.
2. The morning involves tasks such as reviewing the previous day's activities and coordinating catering or lunch pick-up for the crew.
3. Afternoons are flexible and may involve various tasks depending on production needs, such as working on projects, preparing wrap gifts, or assisting different departments as needed, requiring adaptability and quick thinking.
Transcript
What does a day in the life of a TV and film assistant look like?
It's very different. On any given day, you start your day usually an hour and a half before filming begins. For me, that meant gathering all the documents from set from the night before.
I would sort through them and distribute them to the departments that needed them. I'd also review the production report and ensure all information from the previous day was accurately filled out. This document is sent to the studio and management, informing them of the day's events.
The mornings are generally steady. You'd also go to catering for breakfast if they're on location. Around lunchtime, I would pick up lunch for people. Sometimes, if on location, catering is readily available. Other times, I'd grab food from a local restaurant.
The afternoon varies depending on production needs. You might work on a project, prepare wrap gifts if the show is nearing its end, or assist any department that requires help. Ultimately, a day in this role can be quite different depending on the show's specific requirements. You have to be able to think on your feet.