Hopped back into the industry 15 years later at 32 years old. Experienced being a PA again at 34, but after that quickly moved to being an AD. You can be here and do this at any age!
How did your first key PA gig go? I'm 40, looking to step foot into the industry as a PA myself, knowing full well the time and energy demands as well as mundane tasks that may be asked of me. Was it an experience you would recommend to others?
I'm 34, turning 35 in July, aspiring actor, and still feel soooo insecure about even pursuing an acting career, like am I too old to still pursue this? Glad to know other late bloomers exist.
I'm 34 Turning 35 in August and just wrote my first Short film. Wanting to wrap end of March. It's not too late. There's more of us out there than you know. Looking forward to seeing you on screen!
@@ariesa9751 I agree but it happens all the time. Just like 30 year olds playing high school students. It goes both ways but it just depends on the director honestly.🤷♀️🤷♂️🤷♀️
I just day played as a PA on a film in Oklahoma called, “American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story,” starring Zachary Levi. I’m an actor but they needed extra PAs and so I asked if I could be one and they said yes. Although it was only a few hours of work, I was happy to get the opportunity to meet some people and I saw a few acquaintances on set, which was great.
@@AaronReactivated love your channel name! And I’m not sure, but I don’t believe so, because we had a major blizzard for the area, and since it’s a football movie, I’m sure it slowed down, if not halted, production for several days.
Marty is the man. I never had him as a professor when I was in school but his demeanor and way of speaking is something I really admire about him. That, and his willingness to communicate with budding young filmmakers about the ins and out of the industry makes him a truly remarkable guy. So glad I got the opportunity to meet him!
Would I work as a PA at 40? Lady I washed dishes at 47 and am still preparing a pitch for my first real world short film at 51 with a name actor, cos fuk it, let’s do this shit or not do this shit right?
I'm about to turn 33 in August and film has been a passion since I was a child. This fall, I will be attending the Georgia Film Academy in Fall 2022. I'm so excited to learn more about being a on-set production assistant and later down the road, I want to create film projects!
I know this video is 3 years old... but I JUST now found it, and feel like it couldn't have come at a better time for me. Just two days ago, I posted on Reddit about becoming a PA at the age of 40, looking for opinions on whether or not I was too old to even consider a role normally dominated by teens and low 20s just out of college. Getting into the entertainment industry is something I have been interested in for quite some time, but my life always kept going other directions from my youth to now. Most of the replies on that Reddit post were very encouraging and got me even more interested in following this dream. Add to that THIS video, and now I am extremely ready to make my move and give it an honest try, even at my age!
I used to intern for free and wait tables at night and on the weekends. It was hard, but I got to work with my favorite director in my state and I loved it. It led to later work that I'm proud to have been involved in. I think working in restaurants is the easiest way to be able to be an intern or PA and still pay the bills.
I do..here in Montreal. I started 2 years ago, joined IATSE 514, became a member.. I had a crazy life before that, fought many demons, been homeless, addiction problems... got out of it 5 years ago, changed my life for the better, and now, i'm proud of myself. People trust me on sets and I'm surrounded by the smartest people i've ever met. It's really fulfilling even though it's never easy, but I like solving problems on set. It's my therapy.
It almost seems easier to work as a PA later on, at 20 I could never afford to as most PA stuff was unpaid and I had to work a lot of hours to pay rent. Now in my 30s i have some savings and can take time off to do it. This is encouraging becuase I've held back on applying to those roles as I was older and thought poeple would think its weird to have some one older in that role.
I found working in restaurants at night and on weekends was the easiest way to be an unpaid intern and/or a lower paid PA and still pay the bills when I was younger. Also, sacrificing little things that add up like going out to coffee, going out to eat, etc.
I feel like as a filmmaker (director & cinematographer) you hit your prime between 38-40 to 60-65,and I mean creatively, mentally and physically. For actors unfortunately, the profession is more linked and restricted by their age (especially for women), but, if you have real raw talent and discipline, I feel anything is possible... I mean, just look at Christoph Waltz for Christ's sake, he didn't reach global success until he was 55 and he totally flourished since then.👍🎥
Im 38 now, went to film school in my early 20s, graduated, got my foot in the door, and then depression hit...15 years later im ready to try again, so i get ya my dude
I’m 41 and might get to be an AD with no experience but worried about long hours….it seems the pre production itself is like 12 hours a day 7 days a week….so I’m thinking..🙁
@@ScottyHunter so sweet of you 🤗. I saw your reply when you did and wanted to get back to you but sorry for late reply. Yes I’m in film industry now. I interned for a project’s directing team…but now working on my first documentary 🤞
@@anju04aa That's awesome!!! I'm 40 and wanting to get my first PA gig, but am currently not living in a location where anything like that happens. Hoping to move and get into the industry myself, even though it's a bad time to join in from what I have heard. Glad it worked out for you!!
I got you guys beat. Lol. I did p.a. work at 50 yrs old. Lol check out #TheFilmConnection RRFC. Age is just a number. Its about your personality and heart.
Hopped back into the industry 15 years later at 32 years old. Experienced being a PA again at 34, but after that quickly moved to being an AD. You can be here and do this at any age!
38 and going to do my first key PA gig in January. Gotta teach my students to never give up on your dreams.
How did your first key PA gig go? I'm 40, looking to step foot into the industry as a PA myself, knowing full well the time and energy demands as well as mundane tasks that may be asked of me. Was it an experience you would recommend to others?
I'm 34, turning 35 in July, aspiring actor, and still feel soooo insecure about even pursuing an acting career, like am I too old to still pursue this? Glad to know other late bloomers exist.
Acting is one of those careers where your age doesn’t really matter, I’d say go for it
I'm 34 Turning 35 in August and just wrote my first Short film. Wanting to wrap end of March. It's not too late. There's more of us out there than you know. Looking forward to seeing you on screen!
@@loudgracklefilms4607 I'd love to be apart of it. If you need any actors in your future projects, let me know.❤❤❤
@@ariesa9751 I agree but it happens all the time. Just like 30 year olds playing high school students. It goes both ways but it just depends on the director honestly.🤷♀️🤷♂️🤷♀️
Man I am 53, retired Army, finishing up my MFA, and just moved to SoCal last week! DRIVE ON!
I just day played as a PA on a film in Oklahoma called, “American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story,” starring Zachary Levi. I’m an actor but they needed extra PAs and so I asked if I could be one and they said yes. Although it was only a few hours of work, I was happy to get the opportunity to meet some people and I saw a few acquaintances on set, which was great.
Congrats! That sounds like a good experience.
Nice bro, did underdog wrap yet?
@@AaronReactivated love your channel name! And I’m not sure, but I don’t believe so, because we had a major blizzard for the area, and since it’s a football movie, I’m sure it slowed down, if not halted, production for several days.
Update, I ended up working for 8 days on the project and got a picture on the last day with Zachary Levi 🤘🏼🎬
Marty is the man. I never had him as a professor when I was in school but his demeanor and way of speaking is something I really admire about him. That, and his willingness to communicate with budding young filmmakers about the ins and out of the industry makes him a truly remarkable guy. So glad I got the opportunity to meet him!
Great to hear! Thanks for posting Carter!
Would I work as a PA at 40? Lady I washed dishes at 47 and am still preparing a pitch for my first real world short film at 51 with a name actor, cos fuk it, let’s do this shit or not do this shit right?
I'm about to turn 33 in August and film has been a passion since I was a child. This fall, I will be attending the Georgia Film Academy in Fall 2022. I'm so excited to learn more about being a on-set production assistant and later down the road, I want to create film projects!
I know this video is 3 years old... but I JUST now found it, and feel like it couldn't have come at a better time for me. Just two days ago, I posted on Reddit about becoming a PA at the age of 40, looking for opinions on whether or not I was too old to even consider a role normally dominated by teens and low 20s just out of college. Getting into the entertainment industry is something I have been interested in for quite some time, but my life always kept going other directions from my youth to now. Most of the replies on that Reddit post were very encouraging and got me even more interested in following this dream. Add to that THIS video, and now I am extremely ready to make my move and give it an honest try, even at my age!
Same here. 38 Years old. How to pay bills and make this happen at the same time? I guess the only option is to keep chipping away at it!
If you're in LA send me a note.
@@combatdoc 👋🏾👋🏾
I used to intern for free and wait tables at night and on the weekends. It was hard, but I got to work with my favorite director in my state and I loved it. It led to later work that I'm proud to have been involved in. I think working in restaurants is the easiest way to be able to be an intern or PA and still pay the bills.
Would you work as a production assistant if you were in your 40's?
I do..here in Montreal. I started 2 years ago, joined IATSE 514, became a member.. I had a crazy life before that, fought many demons, been homeless, addiction problems... got out of it 5 years ago, changed my life for the better, and now, i'm proud of myself. People trust me on sets and I'm surrounded by the smartest people i've ever met. It's really fulfilling even though it's never easy, but I like solving problems on set. It's my therapy.
I'm 51 and worked on two films as a production assistant(Parasite in the park, ShadowMarsh) already. Love it!
I only count my age in days...I’m over 10,000 holla at me 🙃
Sure if I win the lottery
Powerful story. Thank you for sharing. Love to hear that you are turning your life around and have put yourself on a positive path.
It almost seems easier to work as a PA later on, at 20 I could never afford to as most PA stuff was unpaid and I had to work a lot of hours to pay rent. Now in my 30s i have some savings and can take time off to do it. This is encouraging becuase I've held back on applying to those roles as I was older and thought poeple would think its weird to have some one older in that role.
I found working in restaurants at night and on weekends was the easiest way to be an unpaid intern and/or a lower paid PA and still pay the bills when I was younger. Also, sacrificing little things that add up like going out to coffee, going out to eat, etc.
Just got my first job offer as a PA in a tv show at 39!!
Totally would PA at 38. Going to have to do it to learn the industry!
I feel like as a filmmaker (director & cinematographer) you hit your prime between 38-40 to 60-65,and I mean creatively, mentally and physically. For actors unfortunately, the profession is more linked and restricted by their age (especially for women), but, if you have real raw talent and discipline, I feel anything is possible... I mean, just look at Christoph Waltz for Christ's sake, he didn't reach global success until he was 55 and he totally flourished since then.👍🎥
Im 38 now, went to film school in my early 20s, graduated, got my foot in the door, and then depression hit...15 years later im ready to try again, so i get ya my dude
Best of luck!
Working with the Duplass brothers, Jesus. I'd take any job. Their film Safety Not Guaranteed is so fucking good.
I'm 25, i've been a PA for 3 years. I've been trying to get an internship for a more technical crew positition but still got no luck
I definitely want to become a PA so I can see how a film set works before I start making movies.
Applying to MFA Screenwriting at 35.
Marty just recently got his MFA as well - ua-cam.com/video/sdSW_dnKUFs/v-deo.html
Wonderful interview, gracias Film Courage :)
Great clip. Thank you.
Thanks Shezad, we appreciate you watching!
Hoping to do more p.a. work and im about to do a few shorts and features.
Great inspiration he is…👏🏽
I’m 41 and might get to be an AD with no experience but worried about long hours….it seems the pre production itself is like 12 hours a day 7 days a week….so I’m thinking..🙁
Did you end up giving it a try? If so, how did it go for you?
@@ScottyHunter so sweet of you 🤗. I saw your reply when you did and wanted to get back to you but sorry for late reply. Yes I’m in film industry now. I interned for a project’s directing team…but now working on my first documentary 🤞
@@anju04aa That's awesome!!! I'm 40 and wanting to get my first PA gig, but am currently not living in a location where anything like that happens. Hoping to move and get into the industry myself, even though it's a bad time to join in from what I have heard. Glad it worked out for you!!
@@ScottyHunter thank you and wish you the best too…I moved to my country, India a year ago and seeking these opportunities 👍
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I got you guys beat. Lol. I did p.a. work at 50 yrs old. Lol check out #TheFilmConnection RRFC.
Age is just a number. Its about your personality and heart.
friend.
I didn't even know people were at the end of their lives in their 40's. Hmm, people are dying young, aren't they? (lol)
This guy is really enthusiastic about eating a shit sandwich, I bet producers love him.