Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring Producers
Entry-level media production roles typically involve internships or Production Assistant (PA) positions; these seemingly humble beginnings, where one might "pick up coffee," are actually crucial for networking and building relationships that "pull each other up" as careers progress.
Entry-Level Jobs, Networking, Career Development, Internships, Mentorship
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
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Danielle Witz
Producer
Major Media Company
Occidental College
History, Art History
Arts, Entertainment & Media
Operations and Project Management
None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Internships are common entry-level roles in the production field.
2. Production Assistant (PA) positions are another typical entry-level option.
3. Networking and building relationships are crucial for career advancement, starting from entry-level roles.
Transcript
What entry-level positions are there in this field that an undergraduate college student might consider?
Entry-level positions in this field are usually pretty standard. We have interns, and every studio has them for production teams. There are also PA positions.
Everyone kind of starts in that entry-level role, which can sometimes be hard right after graduation when you feel ready to do important work. The important work you do as an intern or a PA is to observe, learn, meet people, and grow your network.
Even if nobody feels like they're living their dream job picking up coffee, taking advantage of the space and people around you is the important thing about those entry-level positions. The people you meet at the beginning are the ones who will help each other as you all move up. So, those early relationships are really important, and you meet those people as PAs and interns.