Production Assistant / Production Runner — Client Project

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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