Production Assistant / Production Runner — Client Project
About this role
Production Assistant / Production Runner — Client Project
Aru Labs | Project-based opportunity
Aru Labs is looking for Production Assistants / Production Runners for an upcoming independent web-series project being produced for a client.
This is a project-based opportunity, not a permanent position at Aru Labs.
The series is a contemporary story exploring startups, ambition, relationships, friendship, money and life.
We're looking for reliable, energetic people who can help keep the production moving smoothly behind the scenes.
What you'll do
Support the Director, 1st AD and production team
Assist with day-to-day production logistics
Help prepare locations before filming
Coordinate small errands and production requirements
Assist with crew and talent movement
Help manage props, equipment and supplies
Support catering, transport and accommodation logistics
Help communicate information between departments
Assist with setup and wrap each day
Help keep production areas organized
Handle last-minute tasks and on-ground requirements
Support the crew wherever needed
What we're looking for
You don't need extensive film experience.
We're looking for people who are:
Reliable
Organized
Proactive
Good communicators
Comfortable working long production days
Comfortable traveling
Able to stay calm when plans change
Willing to learn
Interested in filmmaking and production
Previous experience in film, events, content production, advertising, theatre or hospitality is a plus, but not mandatory.
Working arrangement
Remote: Limited pre-production
Travel: Required during production
Engagement: Project-based / contract
Production window: Late November – early December
Potential locations: San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, London, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Bali and other global creative and startup hubs
International and India-based candidates are welcome.
Who you'll work with
You'll work alongside:
Creator / Writer / Director
Director of Photography
1st Assistant Director
Production Coordinator
Production Designer
Sound Recordist
Actors and creative talent
Ideal candidate
This could be a good opportunity if you're:
An aspiring filmmaker
Film school student or graduate
Early-career production professional
Creator interested in getting on set
Someone who wants hands-on production experience
We're more interested in attitude, reliability and willingness to learn than a long resume.
How to apply
Please send:
Short profile / CV
LinkedIn / Instagram
Any previous production or creative work
Current location
Availability during late November / early December
Expected project fee / day rate
Apply with the subject: Production Assistant — Web Series Client Project
Aru Labs is coordinating this opportunity on behalf of the client.
Project-based. Travel required during production.
If you want to get hands-on experience building an independent web series with a lean production team, we'd love to hear from you.
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