How to Transition From PA to Assistant Director: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’ve ever worked a gig as a Production Assistant (PA), then you’ve probably done it all: late-night coffee runs, moving crew equipment, wrangling background extras, guarding a location using only a clipboard and vibes, and holding an umbrella for an actor’s dog named “Fairness.” And chances are, during these tasks, you’ve asked yourself on…