NYC Set Production Assistant Training
Next Class: February 14-15, 2026
Register by January 25, 2026
Beyond Film School promises to instill the confidence you need to deliver your best performance from day one on set. We ensure that you never feel completely lost or overwhelmed by what you’re seeing on set. Our mission is to empower you to seize every opportunity, apply for all the gigs you desire, and build meaningful connections within the industry. With Beyond Film School by your side, you’ll navigate the film industry with poise and purpose. You don’t do it alone, and left guessing.
Beyond Film School Alumni have worked on many TV Shows & Movies
Set PA Training Outline
Day 1
- Part 1 -
Film and Set PA Foundation
What is a Set PA?
Film Set Lingo
All the Film Departments
The Callsheet
- Part 2 -
Having a Successful 1st Day
Walkie Training
Being a Prepared PA
Set PA Responsibilities
Lock-Up Demonstrations
Day 2
- Part 3 -
Set Life and You
What to Expect On Set
Indie Film Vs Union Sets
How a Scene Gets Shot
Self Awareness & Staying True to You
Resume Review
Goal Setting
- Part 4 -
Getting Hired
All About Jobs
How and Where to Network
The Elevator Pitch
Guest Speaker
Meeting Film Professionals
After The Training:
PDFs of Class Materials Shown in Class
You will be added to the Beyond Film School team of PA’s. Your instructor may potentially hire you for one of their sets!
Free to apply, and Priority positioning in the Beyond Film School Film Challenge!
Entry into the Private Facebook Group (ONLY for Beyond Film School Alumni)
Training Course Details:
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Location: NYC, NY (Astoria, Queens)
(You’ll receive the address once full roster is confirmed)
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Date: February 14-15, 2026
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Time: Saturday 11am – 7pm, Sunday 10am-6p
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Materials Needed: Pen, Notebook, Hard Copy of your Resume and an Open Mind!
(Prep/Dress for the weather – as there will be an outside portion to the class)
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Cost: $297 per person