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

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Support the Director, 1st AD and production team

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Assist with day-to-day production logistics

- Help prepare locations before filming

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Coordinate small errands and production requirements

- Assist with crew and talent movement

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Help manage props, equipment and supplies

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Support catering, transport and accommodation logistics

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Help communicate information between departments

- Assist with setup and wrap each day

- Help keep production areas organized

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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

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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

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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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