Entertainment

On one shoot, I watched 50 background actors corralled into a freezing tent with barely any food, while the crew scrambled to fix continuity because someone left early. Productions can’t function with… more

I think people underrate praise, it’s not necessary but sometimes it feels nice being told you’re doing a good job or helping the team. What was the one bit of praise you got that went a long way?

Have you ever felt like the “networking game” rewards the loudest people in the room instead of the most talented? I’ve seen average writers get staffed because they’re masters of small talk at mixers… more

Is anyone else a hybrid worker and struggles to focus on a big project at home? I find sometimes it might be easier to just go into the office but no one will be there! Any recommendations?

We all know the grind of long hours in set or at the office. Exhilarating, but also exhausting!
What’s your best tip for keeping energy up during long days?

The longer I work the more I realise people know a lot less than I thought, I sometimes find myself explaining things to higher ups that I thought were basic knowledge. What was the most surprising th… more

Is it me or are less companies offering hybrid working now? It’s such a good perk but higher ups seem to hate it, is it just not advertised properly or are we seeing it disappear?

If you have a good relationship with your company, would you tell them you want to apply for other jobs and leave? Or would you wait until you've been offered a role at somewhere else?

Behind the scenes, it’s often problem solving and duct tape, but on screen it looks effortless.
Do you have a favourite “movie magic” hack you’ve seen pulled off on set?

Would you rather work on a passion project with tiny pay but full creative freedom, or a corporate gig with a solid paycheck but zero soul? Everyone says they’d pick passion, but I’ve seen plenty of p… more

Thinking of leaving London, it’s too expensive and I hate how busy it all is, have people found luck in this industry outside London?

Do you think film school is still worth it? I know people who spent $80k+ on programs and are now drowning in debt with no industry job, while others skipped school entirely and hustled their way in t… more

With the news that Paramount are getting all of their employees back 5 days a week in office, is anyone worried other companies might follow suit and we could lose the best thing we got out of the pan… more

How often do you all go to the cinema? I try and go regularly but it’s quite expensive now, but I want to support our film industry!

How do you handle a team that brags about “hustle culture” like it’s a badge of honor? I’ve worked with crews who glorify 18-hour days, brag about sleeping on set, and treat burnout like proof of comm… more

Ever had a showrunner or producer take “feedback” as a personal attack? I once suggested a workflow improvement that would save time in post, and I got completely iced out for weeks. It feels like som… more

I’ve been on productions where crew were treated like disposable background noise, while talent got catered meals, endless breaks, and special treatment for every little thing. Meanwhile, grips and PA… more

Do you feel like certain jobs in entertainment are invisible? I’ve been a PA, a script coordinator, and now an assistant editor, and in every role, I’ve watched my department keep projects running smo… more

It’s simple, but true, good catering and craft services can keep a crew running but bad catering can truly sink spirits fast!
What’s the best (or worst) on-set catering you’ve experienced?

What do you think about the “exposure pays” argument for festivals and indies? I’ve been asked to work crazy hours for a short film with zero pay, all with the promise it’ll be “great for my reel.” Is… more

I really love working hybrid, I’d like to wfh more but I am starting to feel a disconnect from my team and from my job. How do you stay present at home?

The hard part is putting your heart and soul into a project only to be ceremoniously laid off with a pat on the back and shoved into unemployment. EPIC fail. :(

The standards of pay for this industry seems to get worse and worse by the year, we need access to more unions in this country, why is there such a lack of entertainment unions?

Have you ever felt punished for leaving a job “too soon”? I once left a gig after one season and kept getting side-eyed in interviews, like I wasn’t “loyal.” But let’s be honest, loyalty doesn’t pay r… more

Even with digital dominating, I still hear strong arguments for the look and feel of film.
Some directors swear by it too!
Do you think using film will always have a place, or is digital the future of … more

I’m having a bit of a career crisis at the moment! I’m not sure what department I want to end up in, I don’t think I’d want to end up as a prop master but I also enjoy working in props? I would like t… more

Unavailable at the moment, but I appreciate every second with them. Grateful for everything.

I really can’t stand networking, I just really hate the brown nosing of it all and I’d rather avoid it, does it really help your career or is it one of those things people do because it feels like you… more

I've been really interested by LED walls and virtual stages recently and I feel like smaller productions are starting to use them too.
Do you think virtual production will become standard, or stay… more

What’s your take on NDAs for reality shows? I’ve signed some that made sense for spoilers, but others that felt like they were just there to prevent people from speaking up about mistreatment. I know … more

Have you guys thought about changing your lifestyle/living arrangements for a job? I know some people living in a campervan or on a boat, so they are able to travel around for work. What do you guys t… more

Do you think assistants are undervalued on purpose? I’ve done everything from scheduling to script coverage to running last-minute errands, but it feels like the harder you work, the more invisible yo… more

What kind of projects are your favourites to work on? I love smaller budget stuff, really feels like everyone gets more of a say in the final product.

I feel like movies are barely playing in theatres before they're out on streaming! Do you think this is hurting or helping our industry?

How do you guys feel about your relationship for your team with the rest of the company? Do you think you’re treated fairly compared to everyone else or does your department usually get ignored?

The last few years have shown how powerful unions and our voices can be in reshaping industry standards, it is a reminder that progress often comes from solidarity.
What long-term changes do you think … more

Hey! I’m a bit stuck at the moment, I am currently looking for an hybrid or in-office job around the Wrexham/Chester area. I have only ever worked on a couple of print projects since being at my curre… more

How well does your department collaborate with other teams on set, I feel like props mainly collaborate with the art department. Do you also think there room for creative input from assistants or coor… more

What’s your stance on workplace romance in entertainment? It feels almost inevitable sometimes. I’ve seen people build real relationships that lasted but I’ve also seen affairs, gossip, and reputation… more