This half-day Locations PA Fundamentals Workshop provides a practical introduction to working on set as a Production Assistant in Nova Scotia’s film and television industry. Taught by a current working Location Manager, the course is grounded in real on-set experience and reflects current industry standards.

Participants will learn the core expectations of a Production Assistant, including set etiquette, communication, gear, reading an callsheet and how to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment. 

The workshop offers insight into how film sets are structured, how departments interact, and what a day working on productions can look like

The course also introduces participants to the professional landscape of the Nova Scotia screen industry, including an overview of union pathways.

This workshop is ideal for individuals who are new to film and television.

Workshop Details

March 28

10am-4pm 

Cost: $75 plus tax

To register: Email Carissa@creativepictoucounty.com 

Registration payment is required to confirm your spot

Participants will be given a 30 minute lunch break (A1 Pizza is next door, or bring a brown bag lunch) Coffee/tea will be provided in the morning

About Michelle Harris

Michelle is a Nova Scotia–based Location Manager with extensive film and television experience across Canada, including work on The Sinner, We were liars, Sullivan’s Crossing, specializing in location scouting, logistics, and on-set coordination.