Table of Contents

PART 1: The Profession

Chapter 1 – Understanding Assisting

Chapter 2 – The Tools Required

Chapter 3 – Production Personnel

Chapter 4 – Unions


PART 2: The Process

Chapter 5 – Design Prep

Chapter 6 – Load-in

Chapter 7 – Tech

Chapter 8 – Previews & Performances


PART 3: The Paperwork

Chapter 9 – Pre-production Paperwork

Chapter 10 – Tech Process Paperwork


PART 4: The Industry

Chapter 11 – U.S.-based Employment Opportunities

Chapter 12 – Working Internationally

Chapter 13 – Working in Related Industries


PART 5: The Life

Chapter 14 – Working as an Independent Contractor


Appendices

Appendix A: Step-by-Step Assistant’s Checklist

Appendix B: Design Package Checklist

Appendix C: Assistant’s Kit Checklist

Appendix D: Electronic Folder Organization

Appendix E: Site Survey Measurements

Appendix F: Sample Shop Order

Appendix G: Sample Set Electrics Specifications

Appendix H:  Sample Cover Letter and Resume

Appendix I: Product Websites