Filmmaking / Directing : Just for fun... we've all worked with 'em! What advice would you add? by Laryssa Emeigh

I've worked as a PA and I've worked in many different departments. And my advice is always treat your job at the time a a learning experience, never a menial task or even a step up or down. One of the best compliments I ever received was from a producer that told me that I was perfect for the job as PA because I had done other jobs, and could anticipate the needs of the show. If I run into someone like the precious mentioned, I tend to try and be diplomatic but off they are recalling being obnoxious about the situation I have no problem toeing them where they can go. Usually back to their basement and think about getting a different line of work. I just wish that some if these people actually didn't continue though. Because a lot of them turn into cocky producers, UPMs and even directors.

Treating the job like a learning experience is great advice. There's always someone who's been on more shoots than you - always someone to learn from. Thanks!

I really wish that this could be everyone's philosophy. Even the people that I learn from could use the same viewpoint, because that can make them humble and attentive tithe needs of the client. Ultimately we all need to understand that as much as we strike our egos, the most important thing is making a good production so that we can move on to another when the current one is done.