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Associate Producer

Supports the producers on a defined area — research, talent, post, or development; credit varies by show.

Duties

• Read the call sheet and sides before arriving
• Maintain radio/set etiquette and H&S
• Hand over notes/kit status at wrap
• Handle delegated producing tasks
• Track contracts, clearances or post
• Support casting and talent logistics

Reports to

Producer

Works with

Producers, Production office, Post, Talent

Career path

Producer's Assistant / Researcher → Associate Producer → Co-Producer

Day to day

Chases delegated deliverables, keeps trackers up to date, and reports back to the Producer.

Call times

Office hours in prep/post; on shoot days usually at unit call or in the office, with evening calls on rushes and cost reports.

What to wear

Smart-casual in the office; practical layers and comfortable shoes on set.

Tools & kit

Laptop, phone, notebook, budget and schedule documents.

Tips

Confirm credit, fee, schedule of payments, exclusivity and any backend on a signed deal memo or contract before starting.

Software

• Movie Magic Budgeting / Excel
• Movie Magic Scheduling
• Google Workspace / Microsoft 365
• ChatGPT for draft letters and summaries (never for figures)

Related roles

Co-Producer, Development Producer

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