Production Assistants
Reliable PAs and runners keeping your Australian production running smoothly from Sydney to Melbourne.
Film production in Australia demands PAs who understand the local environment — from navigating Sydney's production infrastructure to coordinating logistics in Melbourne and beyond. Our production assistants know the vendors, the routes, and the protocols that keep Australian shoots running on schedule. They handle everything from distributing call sheets and managing equipment to coordinating extras and running errands across the country.
We connect you with dependable production assistants through NeedAFixer's Australia network. Our PAs bring hands-on experience from features, commercials, and series shot across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and beyond. Each PA arrives ready to support your crew with local knowledge, professional discipline, and the energy that long shooting days demand.
Complete PA Services
From set support to office administration, our production assistants provide the reliable help your production needs to operate efficiently.
Set PAs
- • On-set support
- • Lock-ups & crowd control
- • Talent escort
- • Walkie distribution
- • General set assistance
Office PAs
- • Production office support
- • Phone & communication
- • Filing & organization
- • Copying & distribution
- • General admin tasks
Runners & Drivers
- • Equipment pickups
- • Catering runs
- • Document delivery
- • Airport transfers
- • General errands
Equipment Support
- • Equipment loading
- • Truck organization
- • Gear distribution
- • Inventory assistance
- • Wrap support
Why Choose Our Production Assistants
Local Knowledge
Our PAs know Australia inside out — from Sydney studio complexes to location logistics in Melbourne and Brisbane. They navigate local vendors, transport routes, and regional protocols so your production never misses a beat.
Clear Communication
Native English-speaking PAs who communicate clearly with international crews and local vendors, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation on your Australian production.
Studio Familiarity
Our PAs know the major studio complexes including Fox Studios Australia in Sydney, Docklands Studios in Melbourne, and Village Roadshow Studios on the Gold Coast.
Resourceful & Adaptable
When plans change — and they always do — our PAs solve problems on the fly. Whether it's sourcing a last-minute prop, finding an alternative route, or handling an unexpected vendor issue, they keep your Australian production moving.
PA Department Expertise
What do production assistants do on a Australian set?
PAs provide essential support across all aspects of production — from set lockups and talent escort to equipment handling and office administration. In Australia, they also help navigate local logistics, vendor relationships, and location-specific requirements that international crews may not be familiar with.
Do your PAs speak English?
Yes, all our PAs are native English speakers who communicate clearly and professionally with international crews. They also understand Australian industry terminology, local vendor relationships, and regional logistics to keep your production running without communication issues.
What are typical working hours for PAs in Australia?
Standard shooting days in Australia run 10-12 hours under Fair Work guidelines, with required turnaround periods and penalty rates for overtime, weekends, and public holidays.
How quickly can you staff PAs?
For planned productions, we recommend booking 1-2 weeks ahead. However, we maintain relationships with reliable PAs across Australia for last-minute needs and can often staff additional positions with 24-48 hours notice.
Do you provide overnight or weekend PAs?
Yes, we staff PAs for all schedules including overnight shoots, weekend work, and split days. Australian workplace standards follow Fair Work regulations with structured overtime rates and mandatory rest periods between shooting days.
What experience do your PAs have?
Our PA roster ranges from entry-level professionals eager to learn to experienced PAs with multiple feature credits on Australian productions. We match experience levels to your needs — key positions get experienced PAs while general support can develop newer talent.
Need Production Assistants?
Tell us about your production and we'll provide reliable PA support.