Think of it, to try and make movie. What a crazy idea! This popular handbook is designed to give new Production Assistants (P.A.s) an edge in the insane world of movie making. Topics include how to get your first job, the basics of lock-downs, radio communication, running talent, what to bring to a set, and driving. Written by a P.A., this handbook is full of advice and stories from the trenches. The 3rd edition has been expanded and checked by industry professionals, P.A.s and instructors at film schools.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Caleb here, the author. I just wanted to comment that the book is in print and I'm working on getting Amazon to update their records. In the meantime it is available as a downloadable PDF and printed pocket book, with a free basics version, at: http://www.noendpress.com/caleb/edtech/index.php
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
I work as a Production Manager, Coordinator, and Assistant Director and also teach an intro production class to undergraduate film students at a state university. This book is by far the best introduction I have encountered to starting out as a production assistant. From the basics of set etiquette to tools of the trade, from terminology to tips for getting your first job, this book could save thousands of future production assistants the sometimes embarrassing hard lessons most of us had to learn by screwing up publicly.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Well I come from not knowing anything about the movie-making business, and this book seems very useful to me, with the author sharing real-life experience stuff. Nothing textbook about it. It's an easy, entertaining read, and filled with great tips like set lingo definitions, lists of things you should carry, set etiquette, and most importantly all the what-not-to-do's. Good advice in there for getting a job too. Glad I bought it.
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Great Book! Great Advice!
This book really is a great purchase for anyone looking to be a P.A., it gives you all the basic knowledge and helps you be more prepared for your job. Read more
Published 2 months ago by JacksAcreage
PA's Pocket Guide
My son graduated from CSU San Francisco's film program last May. I bought this book and Movie Speak (How to talk like you belong on a movie set) for him partly as mementos, and... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Stephen Rustad
Quick & Informative Read
I've served time as a P.A. a few years ago and this book brought back some fond memories. I wish I had read it prior to my time on set and in the production office. Read more
Published 15 months ago by A. SMITH
My new favorite book
It's a tiny book, but there's a lot of valuable information and experiences crammed into it's pages. Read more
Published 22 months ago by S. Modisette
Well-written, extremely useful and amusing
We are using Caleb's P.A.'s Pocket Handbook for a feature film production and I wished I had read it last year, before working on my first feature film. Read more
Published on March 2, 2009 by Debora
Easy as 1-2-3
This handbook is fantastic! It's packed with information, well-paced to read AND absorb the information, clearly organized (which also helps with actually remembering what to do... Read more
Published on November 11, 2008 by Laura E. Goldblatt
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