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Director's Assistant

Sophie Anderson

  • Bachelor of Creative Media Production Majoring in Film & TV Directing & Producing
Gold Coast
Hi! I’m Sophie, a PA / DA from NZ, in GC. Looking for entry-mid level crew work to join the Australian film community. I’m enthusiastic, fun, hardworking, and dedicated.

Kara Chandler

  • BA Media and Cultural Studies, Working With Children Check, First Aid.
Northern Rivers
1st Assistant Director with a number of independant projects under my belt.

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.

Sarah Doyle

  • Bachelor of Arts (Film & TV and Writing) / Bachelor of Journalism; Screen Industry On-Boarding 2026 (TAFE Qld); Speech & Drama Level 4 Dip in Performing; A2 Level Cert German Language.
Brisbane
Emerging, enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking freelancer aspiring to contribute in script supervision / continunity, director's assistant or script editing. 

Lleyton Hails

  • BFA Film & TV (2020), Dip of Comms (2019) - Bond University.
Gold Coast
A driven early-career filmmaker with credits as a Director’s Assistant, Attachment, Production Runner and Post PA across film and television. Known for his calm, kind demeanor he has a strong work ethic, adaptability, and has demonstrated the ability to support fast-moving sets with confidence, grace, skill and a smile.

Sophie Anderson

  • Bachelor of Creative Media Production Majoring in Film & TV Directing & Producing
Gold Coast
Hi! I’m Sophie, a PA / DA from NZ, in GC. Looking for entry-mid level crew work to join the Australian film community. I’m enthusiastic, fun, hardworking, and dedicated.

Lists as:

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

My professional experience so far includes: 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.

I have stepped into on-set roles through this including on set PA, DA (logging), 2nd 2nd AD (extras), 3rd AD (cast), and costume / stylist assist.

Then moved to Australia in 2025, to pursue a bigger industry with an aim to be on TV or features.  I became an attachment on EPiC through Bazmark and Screen Queensland and most recently 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 am looking for on-set or production office work, as my strengths lie in creative conception, managing feasibility and schedules, active work, collaborating as a team, hands on tasks, and creative problem solving.

I love being part of a team, all working towards a common goal, so film is the perfect environment for me.

RECENT CREDITS:

GOLDCOASTER FILM
January 2026, Gold Coast
Director’s Assistant to Nick Waterman, for Brand Gold Coast’s ‘Goldcoaster’ film, produced by Bazmark Inq

NATURAL BEAUTY – MEG WASHINGTON
October 2025, Sydney
Producer for Natural Beauty Music Video, Written / Performed by Meg Washington / Dir. Nick Waterman

EPiC – BAZMARK INQ
August – September 2025, Gold Coast
Post-Production Attachment / Post Production support for EPiC – Elvis Presley In Concert by Baz Luhrmann

LES MILLS INTERNATIONAL
2022-2024, Auckland, NZ
Production Company specialising in Feature-length fitness videos and live fitness activations

(Full working rights in Australia)

Kara Chandler

  • BA Media and Cultural Studies, Working With Children Check, First Aid.
Northern Rivers
1st Assistant Director with a number of independant projects under my belt.

Lists as:

  • Assistant Director - 1st
  • Director's Assistant

Coming up through the independent film world has sharpened my creativity and resourcefulness—skills essential when working with limited time and budgets.

My varied career has helped me to develop a compassionate, emotionally intelligent leadership style, fostering a supportive, inclusive, and transparent atmosphere on set. I prioritise the well-being of the crew and am proactive in advocating for their needs, ensuring a collaborative and productive working environment.

My background spanned commercial and event videography, where I worked as a shooter, producer, and editor. This has equipped me with a sharp eye for visual storytelling and a practical understanding of how to balance creativity with logistical efficiency.

My approach as an Assistant Director is rooted in a deep respect for the story. I believe that fully understanding the narrative’s beats, character arcs, and set pieces allows me to anticipate challenges, streamline the shooting process, and support the director’s vision with precision and clarity.

2024 – It Will Find You (1st Ad) – Deadhouse Films – Feature Film
2024 – Resonance (1st AD) – Deadhouse Films – Feature Film
2024 – Role Of A Lifetime (1st AD) – Dreamchaser – ABC TV Series

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.

Sarah Doyle

  • Bachelor of Arts (Film & TV and Writing) / Bachelor of Journalism; Screen Industry On-Boarding 2026 (TAFE Qld); Speech & Drama Level 4 Dip in Performing; A2 Level Cert German Language.
Brisbane
Emerging, enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking freelancer aspiring to contribute in script supervision / continunity, director's assistant or script editing. 

Lists as:

  • (Emerging) Production
  • Continuity & Script Supervisor
  • Director's Assistant
  • PA, Runner

I am an emerging freelancer aiming to apply my experience and expertise to the film and television industry.

I have just spent three weeks on-set under the mentorship of Script Supervisor Jackie Sullivan and am now looking for opportunities in script supervision / continuity, or as a director’s assistant or script editing.

Coming from a professional writing and editing background, I am detail-oriented and passionate about storytelling. After attaining a Bachelor of Arts (Film & TV and Writing) and Bachelor of Journalism at the University of Queensland, I worked as an Intern Journalist, Graphic Designer, Copywriter and Executive Correspondence Officer. I am consistently a positive and proactive team member, who will always take on the problems that no one wants to fix.

I am available for an immediate start, will travel for opportunities, and will always bring a positive attitude.

2026 Breakin’ Silence (Feature) –  Script supervision / continuity intern / assistant (3 weeks)

Lleyton Hails

  • BFA Film & TV (2020), Dip of Comms (2019) - Bond University.
Gold Coast
A driven early-career filmmaker with credits as a Director’s Assistant, Attachment, Production Runner and Post PA across film and television. Known for his calm, kind demeanor he has a strong work ethic, adaptability, and has demonstrated the ability to support fast-moving sets with confidence, grace, skill and a smile.

Lists as:

  • Director's Assistant
  • PA, Runner
  • Producer's Assistant
  • Production Assistant
  • Production Secretary

I now have over three years of experience in the film and television industry, working across feature films and television series including drama, sci-fi, romance, and children’s television and all stages of production — from pre-production through to post-production.

Teamwork is one of my key strengths; in my last project as Assistant to Writer/Director I worked in close collaboration with the Director, Producers, and 1st Assistant Director (AD), organising the Director’s schedule and managing his time across the various time zones, taking notes, proofreading new versions of the screenplay and facilitating effective communication while building relationships between HoDs, crew, and Amazon MGM (the studio behind the feature film), as well as other projects the Director was working on. This experience strengthened my ability to support Creative Directors and senior leadership.

Under the mentorship of TV Director Grant Brown, I had the experience of being the Screen Queensland Director’s Attachment on Troppo Season 2 (BLK 4),  where I worked closely with the Director, Producers, Writers, the 1st AD and the DOP. This hands-on experience provided me with invaluable insights including how to block a script, how to direct actors, collaborate with editors and post-production team on producer and network episode notes.

I have also worked closely with the production department, as a runner on four long-running television series, from 2021 to 2023.

Being highly organised, detail-oriented, I thrive in fast-paced, people-focused environments, maintain high performance standards, and adapt quickly to changing priorities. I am motivated to create engaging, show-stopping content that brings brands to life and enhances audience engagement.

CREDITS:
2025   SPACE MOUSE (Feature) – Assistant to Writer/Director
2023   TROPPO S2  (TV Series) – Screen Queensland’s Director’s Attachment (BLK 4) under mentorship of TV Director Grant Brow
2023   TROPPO S2 (TV Series) – Production Runner (BLK 1-3)
2023   ROCK ISLAND MYSTERIES S2 (TV Series) – Production Runner
2022   A ROYAL IN PARADISE (Feature)  – Production Runner
2021   TROPPO S1 (TV Series) – Production Runner