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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