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Ian Adamson

  • BFA in Film, TV & New Media production, Diploma of Business, Bilingual (Spanish).
Brisbane
Driven, professional, detail oriented and friendly 3rd AD. Also keen to also learn more about production - open to producer / director assistant roles. Six years, bringing professionalism and good energy to various roles.

Sophie Anderson

  • Bachelor of Creative Media Production Majoring in Film & TV Directing & Producing
Gold Coast
I’m Sophie, an emerging AD, based in the GC, looking for entry-mid level crew work to continue working in the Australian film community. I love dramas and TV shows, and also have reality/factual experience. I’m enthusiastic, fun, hardworking, and dedicated to my career as an AD. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Emily Brown

  • Bachelor of Design / Business, Swinburne University 2017.
Gold Coast
Keen to secure full-time or additional days for both on-set AD (3rd AD or Onset 2nd AD) or offset roles. Locations available: northern NSW, Gold Coast & Brisbane.

Gene Corser

  • Movie Magic (6.0 and 7.0+), Bachelor of Communication (Griffith Uni), First Aid Cert (QLD), Cert III BA 2012 | AFTRS Production Budgeting 2009, Open Car Licence (Manual), Blue Card WWC 2026-29.
Gold Coast
Experience in AD & Production departments, Australian features & TV, Indie and Documentary. Focusing as a 2nd AD, in Drama. Call Sheets, schedules (and budgets) are the name of the game.

Jessica Davis

  • BROADCASTING | FILM | TELEVISION | MUSIC
Northern Rivers
Versatile, accomplished entertainment and media professional with over a decade of experience in film, television, live broadcast, and international touring.

Patrick Femia

  • BFA (Film & TV) Bond Uni, AFTRS Locations Department Intensive Short Course, Screen QLD FISS Program
Gold Coast
Emerging Locations Department and Assistant Director. Experience working on Feature Films, TV Series, TVCs. Based on the Gold Coast.

Megan Gansberg

  • Diploma of Screen and Media (Film and TV Production), Bachelor of Theatre Arts (Drama and Theatre Studies)
Brisbane
Just wrapped as the Screen Queensland attachment on Amazon MGM film HONEYMOON WITH HARRY. Learned a lot! Next step Production Secretary, but would happily take on runner and PA roles to build my credits and experience.

Diana Lima

  • Bachelor in Cinema and Communication; Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media ( Filmmaking )
Brisbane
Portugal-born filmmaker and production professional based in Australia, with experience across feature films, television and commercials, working as a Production Assistant, Assistant Director and in transport roles.

Tara Turner

  • Bachelor Screen & Media, First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Blue Card, Drivers License
Brisbane
Assistant Director who thrives in the organised chaos of set life — keeping the day on track, the cast moving, and the coffee strong.

Darcy Yuille

  • HR Truck Licence (manual), WWCC VIC Employee, HLTAID009 / HLTAID010 / HLTAID011 Provide - cardiopulmonary resuscitation, basic emergency life support, first aid.
Gold Coast
Honest, friendly, punctual, reliable, hard-working and experienced transport professional for cast and crew.

Ian Adamson

  • BFA in Film, TV & New Media production, Diploma of Business, Bilingual (Spanish).
Brisbane
Driven, professional, detail oriented and friendly 3rd AD. Also keen to also learn more about production - open to producer / director assistant roles. Six years, bringing professionalism and good energy to various roles.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Director's Assistant
  • Producer's Assistant

I have had the good fortune to work on many high-profile projects in and around the Gold Coast and Brisbane over the last six years.

In that time, I have learned how to manage and navigate big sets with hundreds of extras and work with the best crew members in the country.

I have become comfortable working in high-pressure situations under the best 1st AD’s such as PJ Voeten, Lee Cleary and David Venghaus. Working under such experienced ADs, I have learned how the rhythm of a film shoot works and how to recognise patterns that emerge in a film shoot.

Some of the skills I have acquired as an AD in the last few years; setting background, working with camera operators, coordinating with all HOD’s on a daily basis, working with the director and DOP communicating their thoughts and ideas to the 1st AD.

Also keen to learn more about production and open to undertaking a producer’s assistant or director’s assistant role.

RECENT CREDITS:
2026 GUNDAM (Feature) – 2nd Unit Onset 3rd AD
2026  RUNNER (Feature) – Additional AD
2025  SUBVERSION, Amazon MGM – On Set 3rd AD
2025  VOLTRON, Amazon MGM Studios – Set PA
2024  BALLS UP, Skydance Media –  Set PA
2024  THE SPIT, Tracking Films Pty Ltd – Production Runner
2024  MORTAL KOMBAT 2, Warner Bros.  – Set PA

Sophie Anderson

  • Bachelor of Creative Media Production Majoring in Film & TV Directing & Producing
Gold Coast
I’m Sophie, an emerging AD, based in the GC, looking for entry-mid level crew work to continue working in the Australian film community. I love dramas and TV shows, and also have reality/factual experience. I’m enthusiastic, fun, hardworking, and dedicated to my career as an AD. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) ADs
  • Additional ADs
  • Base / On Set PA
  • Costume Assistant, Runner
  • Director's Assistant
  • PA, Runner
  • Producer's Assistant

My previous experience included: being an in-house production coordinator at a production company for two years in NZ from 2022-2024 and freelancing to gain invaluable experience across a plethora of smaller, boutique commercial shoots. In 2025, I moved to Australia to pursue a bigger industry with an aim to be on TV or features.

Most recently, I have stepped into on-set roles through this including on set PA, 2nd 2nd AD (extras), 3rd AD (cast), and costume / stylist assist. My last production was as a SQ Onset PA (Assistant Directors) Attachment on JUMP- a NZ / Australia production.

I have also been an attachment on EPiC through Bazmark and Screen Queensland and Nick Waterman’s (dir. How To Make Gravy) Production Assistant, working across commercials, short films, social media, and slate development, until this position moved interstate.

I thrive as an AD, and am looking for on-set work, and would like to learn more about the department. Love being part of a creative, positive team all working towards a common goal, am am dedicated to a career in this industry.

Recent Credits:

2026 JUMP (Feature) – AD onset PA

2026 DIARY OF A JUNIOR DOCTOR – Field Production Assistant for factual series in NZ

2025  NATURAL BEAUTY – MEG WASHINGTON – Brand Gold Coast’s ‘Goldcoaster’ film, produced by Bazmark Inq – Director’s Assistant to Nick Waterman
2025 Natural Beauty Music Video, Written / Performed by Meg Washington / Dir. Nick Waterman- Producer

2024 EPiC – Elvis Presley In Concert by Baz Luhrmann – BAZMARK INQ – Post-Production Attachment

2022- 24 LES MILLS INTERNATIONAL, Production Company specialising in Feature-length fitness videos and live fitness activations

(Full working rights in Australia)

Emily Brown

  • Bachelor of Design / Business, Swinburne University 2017.
Gold Coast
Keen to secure full-time or additional days for both on-set AD (3rd AD or Onset 2nd AD) or offset roles. Locations available: northern NSW, Gold Coast & Brisbane.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Base / On Set PA
  • Child Wrangler, Chaperone

I am a motivated AD, driven to learn more in the Film & TV industry.

Since 2022, I have been building up my experience working on features, TV and commercials,  starting as a PA / key set PA /Cast PA, to now working regularly as a 3rd AD. My last job was on Headless with Andrew McInally as 1st AD, directed by The Spierig Brothers.

Now keen to secure full-time or additional days for both on-set AD (3rd AD or Onset 2nd AD) or offset roles.

My qualities are an inquisitive nature, hard-working, collaborative and organised. I adapt to dynamic environments and am people-oriented with an outgoing disposition. Tasks are carried out authentically and with purpose.

Before entering the film industry, I worked for four years with Ernst & Young as an Executive Assistant.

RECENT CREDITS:

2026 SCALES (Feature) Stan/ Werner Film Productions, 1st AD: Nick McKinnon / 2nd AD: Scooter Welbourn, Dir: Kacie Anning / LP: Annie Flynn / PM: Tess Emmerson – 3rd AD

2026 HEADLESS (Feature) 1st AD: Andrew McInally / 2nd AD: Scooter Welbourn, Dir: Peter & Michael Spierig / LP: Stuart Wood / PM: Clint Gough – 2nd 2nd

2025 WILDERNESS (Feature) 1st AD: Nathan Croft / 2nd AD: Scooter Welbourn Dir: Martin McKenna / PM: Pius Kung – 3rd AD

Gene Corser

  • Movie Magic (6.0 and 7.0+), Bachelor of Communication (Griffith Uni), First Aid Cert (QLD), Cert III BA 2012 | AFTRS Production Budgeting 2009, Open Car Licence (Manual), Blue Card WWC 2026-29.
Gold Coast
Experience in AD & Production departments, Australian features & TV, Indie and Documentary. Focusing as a 2nd AD, in Drama. Call Sheets, schedules (and budgets) are the name of the game.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 2nd
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Child Wrangler, Chaperone
  • Production Coordinator - Screen

Always eager to work with new teams, collaborate with industry professionals, and coordinate with cast and crew – all to deliver high-end results.  From the Gold Coast and Brisbane to Adelaide, Broken Hill and Sydney and Melbourne, Gene has worked in studios and on location across Australia.

An average day brings the opportunity to work with astounding cast and crew, not to mention SISOs, DPRs and call sheets galore.  Gene brings a dynamic, energetic style with a seasoned eye to detail, that helps develop complex schedules (and budgets) and hit critical deadlines through all levels of production.

RECENT CREDITS:

2025  The Only One (Feature) –  2nd AD / Jamie Crooks 1st AD
2025  Posthumous – (Feature) – 2nd AD / Jamie Crooks 1st AD
2025 Spa Weekend (Feature) – 2U Assistant Director / Robert K Rogers 2U 1st AD
2024  Sharko (Doco) – 1st AD
2024 The Demon Disorder (Feature)  – Add. 1st AD / Nick Embery 1st AD
2023  Designing Christmas with You (Feature) –  2nd AD / Liam Doyle 1st AD

For enquiries and bookings:
Essential Crew
info@essentialcrew.com.au
07 3846 7788

AD and Production Assistant Credits include …

Feature Films:
Spiderhead, Aqua Man, Thor: Ragnarok, Pirates of the Caribbean, Pacific Rim 2, Netflix’s True Spirit, Winchester, Headless, Spa Weekend, The Shallows, San Andreas, Sharko, Boar, Demon Disorder.

Television:
Harrow, FOX’s Terra Nova, Secrets And Lies, Reef Break, K9-Doctor Who, Masterchef, MAFS, Ultimate NinjaWarrior, Spartan, BigBrother, Legomasters, Holey Moley, MTV’s GeordieShore, Gogglebox, I’m A Celebrity, Prank Patrol, Disney + Chris Hemsworth’s Limitless, Will Smith’s Pole To Pole, and Matilda’s: World at our Feet

Jessica Davis

  • BROADCASTING | FILM | TELEVISION | MUSIC
Northern Rivers
Versatile, accomplished entertainment and media professional with over a decade of experience in film, television, live broadcast, and international touring.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Director's Assistant
  • Producer's Assistant

BROADCASTING | FILM | TELEVISION | MUSIC
Versatile, accomplished entertainment and media professional with over a decade of experience in film, television, live broadcast, and international touring.

Excels at managing large-scale operations for globally televised events, coordinating complex on-set logistics for major studio productions, and supporting high-profile talent with discretion and care. Adept at bridging creative and operational teams, ensuring seamless communication, precise scheduling, and proactive problem-solving under pressure.

Recognized for leadership in high-stakes environments, from award-winning sports broadcasts for Fox Sports Australia to international streaming content for Netflix, Disney, Amazon Prime, and more.

Areas of Expertise:
 Logistics Coordination
 Team Leadership
 Crisis Management
 Production Documentation
 Talent Liaison & Support
 Stakeholder Communication
 Production Schedules
 Budget Management
 Health & Safety Compliance

Career Highlights
Led broadcast operations for globally televised sporting events, including the Pacquiao v Horn title fight (AACTA Award-winning), International Cricket, Rugby, Motorsport Series, and World Cup Qualifiers; coordinated all OB logistics, international broadcaster facilitation, large scale crew management (accreditation, parking, catering, travel, ground transport) and VIP hosting (including International dignitaries and A-list celebrities).

 Delivered seamless on-set cast coordination and production support for several major films and television series; served as a vital communication link between cast, directors, and departments while managing scheduling, privacy, health, and legal compliance for talent, including minors. Processing cast and up to several hundred background performers through makeup, costume, catering and transport.

 Served as Tour Manager and Personal Assistant to high-profile talent, managing logistics, scheduling, and care on international tours; ensured artist safety, coordinated PR and production needs, and executed rider/venue requirements.

 Established and maintained broadcast systems and protocols at Fox Sports Australia, including building the national OB calendar in Smartsheet and overseeing merchandise, commentary/hosting builds, and award show logistics; ensured brand consistency and operational excellence across domestic and international events.

Patrick Femia

  • BFA (Film & TV) Bond Uni, AFTRS Locations Department Intensive Short Course, Screen QLD FISS Program
Gold Coast
Emerging Locations Department and Assistant Director. Experience working on Feature Films, TV Series, TVCs. Based on the Gold Coast.

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) ADs
  • (Emerging) Locations
  • Additional ADs
  • Location Scout / On Set
  • PA, Runner

Hi. I am an emerging Locations Department and Assistant Director, experienced across various responsibilities such as: locking down set, using radios, ushering crew parking, managing crowd and members of public, moving track-mats cones and signs around set, and industry standard protocol and etiquette, delivering rushes from set to post production facility, and transporting and processing cast members.

Skills and qualifications include:
– Experience as a Production Runner on Feature Film
– Proficient in Movie Magic Scheduling & Budgeting software and Office 365 suite.
– QLD Drivers License and car + willing and able to travel for work
– AFTRS Locations Department Intensive Short Course
– Screen QLD & Essential Screen Skills Film Intensive Script-To-Screen Program Brisbane 2025. AD Department practical mentorship taught by working industry professionals.

Credits Include:
– Love on Deck (Jaggi Entertainment) Feature Film | Production Runner
– MOFA (Super Members Council) TVC | 3rd Assistant Director
– Epilogue (ABC) TV Series | Additional Locations PA (Dailies)
– Runner (Nickel City & A Higher Standard) Feature Film | Additional Locations PA (Dailies)
– Anaconda (Sony Pictures) Feature Film | Additional Locations PA (Dailies)
– Monarch Season 2 (Legendary) Feature Film | Additional Locations PA (Dailies)
– Designing Christmas (Jaggi Entertainment) Feature Film | Art Department Intern

Megan Gansberg

  • Diploma of Screen and Media (Film and TV Production), Bachelor of Theatre Arts (Drama and Theatre Studies)
Brisbane
Just wrapped as the Screen Queensland attachment on Amazon MGM film HONEYMOON WITH HARRY. Learned a lot! Next step Production Secretary, but would happily take on runner and PA roles to build my credits and experience.

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) ADs
  • (Emerging) Production
  • Additional ADs
  • PA, Runner
  • Producer's Assistant
  • Production Assistant
In 2026, I secured a Screen Queensland attachment opportunity in the Production Office for the Amazon MGM film HONEYMOON WITH HARRY. The attachment – my first professional credit – was originally 13 weeks ( from pre-production to the  first week of post-production), but the Production Manager, kept me on until the production office wrapped. The opportunity was amazing. I learned a lot and was able to apply my transferable skills to the work I was given. I’d love to continue working with the production office. My attachment supervisors said I could consider taking on Production Secretary opportunities, given my level of transferable skills, but also appreciate I’m in the early days of my career, so I’d also happily take on runner and PA opportunities.

Although, I’m relatively new to the screen industry, I bring a wealth of transferable skills from my professional experiences in communications and events management, and my education in screen production and theatre.

I have years of experience from managing a program of entertainment for a large-scale outdoor living history event, including managing entertainers, coordinating logistics and safety and scheduling programs.

I’m familiar with working in high pressure situations and problem-solving, and genuinely appreciate the importance of ensuring people are supported. I also have strong administrative experience from my time working in the public sector.

To further my industry knowledge and network, in 2025 I completed: Assistant Directing Fundamentals, AFTRS/ Griffith University,  the Screen Industry On-boarding Program,  Coomera TAFE and the On Set Onboarding / Working in Screen Production, AFTRS, supported by The Walt Disney Company.

RECENT CREDIT:
2026  HONEYMOON WITH HARRY  (Feature) Amazon MGM Studios – Production Office attachment (Screen Queensland)
2026  HONEYMOON WITH HARRY  (EPK) – Production Assistant (daily)
2020 MILLIONAIRE HOT SET (student placement), JAM TV – Runner

Diana Lima

  • Bachelor in Cinema and Communication; Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media ( Filmmaking )
Brisbane
Portugal-born filmmaker and production professional based in Australia, with experience across feature films, television and commercials, working as a Production Assistant, Assistant Director and in transport roles.

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) Production
  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Cast Driver
  • PA, Runner
  • Production Assistant

I have extensive experience across a range of film and television productions, contributing to multiple departments and gaining a deep understanding of on-set workflows. My work includes roles as a Production Assistant, Assistant Director, and Transport Coordinator, as well as driver.

This work experience has taught me to adapt quickly to the demands of fast-paced productions, both nationally and internationally (Portugal and Australia).

With a background in cinema studies, I bring a creative eye and a practical mindset to every project. I enjoy problem-solving on the fly and finding ways to support directors, cast, and crew to ensure productions run smoothly. I value the collaborative nature of filmmaking and believe that a cohesive team is essential to a successful production.

I take pride in being reliable, approachable, and proactive, always anticipating needs and contributing beyond my role.

My experience allows me to combine creative understanding with hands-on on-set expertise, a collaborative approach, and a strong work ethic. I am committed to bringing professionalism, dedication, and adaptability to every project I work on.

Tara Turner

  • Bachelor Screen & Media, First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Blue Card, Drivers License
Brisbane
Assistant Director who thrives in the organised chaos of set life — keeping the day on track, the cast moving, and the coffee strong.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Assistant Director - 3rd
  • Base / On Set PA

I’m an Assistant Director who loves the fast pace and teamwork of life on set, with experience across feature films, TV, commercials, and reality productions. I enjoy turning complex schedules into smooth shoot days, keeping everyone informed, and helping the crew work safely and efficiently.

I’m known for clear communication and staying calm when the pressure’s on, adapting quickly when plans change.

Having worked across multiple departments, I’m good at anticipating what’s needed and supporting both cast and crew to keep things moving. I bring a positive, team-focused energy to every production and take pride in helping the day run smoothly from call time to wrap.

Recent Credits:
2026  Painting Christmas With You (feature) – 3rd AD
2026  The Most Wonderful Secret (feature) – 3rd AD
2026  Honeymoon With Harry (feature) – 3rd AD
2026  Kaleb Down Under s1 (doco) – Runner / Driver

Darcy Yuille

  • HR Truck Licence (manual), WWCC VIC Employee, HLTAID009 / HLTAID010 / HLTAID011 Provide - cardiopulmonary resuscitation, basic emergency life support, first aid.
Gold Coast
Honest, friendly, punctual, reliable, hard-working and experienced transport professional for cast and crew.

Lists as:

  • Additional ADs
  • Cast Driver
  • Truck Driver, Swing Driver
  • Unit Assistant

I’ve worked in film production since the late 90’s in a variety of roles, from US features and TV series to indie Australian productions.

I understand the intricacies and mechanisms of different production environments and enjoy bringing my experience and skills to each role.

Confident and comfortable driving Cast and HOD’s, as well as working in a team to get crew where they need to be.

Licenses and Tickets:

Driver’s Licence – HR B, Car
Forklift Qualifications – Forklift (LF) and Order Picker (LO)
White Card – RIIWHS204E  Work safely at heights (April 2025)
WWCC – Employee (valid to 2029)

First Aid Certificate –
HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
(Jan 2025).