Production Assistant (Film & Content)

Create work that matters.

Behind every great production is a great production team.

Every successful shoot relies on preparation, organisation, and attention to detail.

As a Production Assistant (Film & Content), you'll play an essential role in supporting our productions—from preparing equipment and assisting crews to ensuring every shoot runs efficiently behind the scenes.

You'll help bring campaigns, commercial productions, government projects, events, documentaries, and digital content to life while learning from experienced filmmakers and production professionals.

About the Role

We're looking for a proactive, organised, and technically minded Production Assistant who enjoys being on set and behind the scenes.

This role supports every stage of production—from equipment preparation and logistics to assisting camera crews, managing gear, setting up lighting, and ensuring productions run smoothly.

You'll work across commercial productions, corporate videos, social media content, government campaigns, interviews, documentaries, photography shoots, and live events.

If you enjoy solving problems, staying organised, and making productions happen, this role is for you.

What You Will Do

Equipment & Gear Management

• Prepare, organise, transport, and maintain production equipment.
• Manage inventory for cameras, lenses, lighting, audio equipment, stabilisers, drones, and accessories.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate equipment rentals, pickups, returns, and logistics.
• Ensure every production is fully prepared before arriving on location.

On-Set Production Support

• Assist videographers, photographers, producers, and Directors of Photography during productions.
• Set up tripods, lighting, audio equipment, monitors, and grip equipment.
• Manage cables, batteries, memory cards, and accessories.
• Support scene changes and equipment transitions efficiently.
• Help maintain a safe, organised, and professional set.

Production Coordination

• Assist with production logistics before, during, and after shoots.
• Support scheduling, equipment preparation, transport, and location setup.
• Help ensure productions remain on schedule.
• Anticipate production needs before they arise.

Asset & Equipment Care

• Label, organise, and safely store equipment after every production.
• Charge batteries, back up media, and prepare equipment for upcoming shoots.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventories and maintenance records.

Continuous Learning

• Stay up to date with new filmmaking equipment and production technologies.
• Learn new camera systems, lighting techniques, stabilisation equipment, and AI-assisted production workflows.
• Continuously improve technical knowledge and production efficiency.

What Success Looks Like

You'll be successful when:

• Productions start on time with everything prepared.
• Equipment is maintained to the highest standard.
• Crews can rely on you throughout every production.
• Sets remain organised, safe, and efficient.
• Problems are solved quickly and calmly.
• Productions run smoothly because of your preparation.
• You consistently demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and teamwork.

You Will Probably Be a Great Fit If You Have

• 2–4+ years of experience supporting film, video, photography, or commercial productions.
• UAE driving licence.
• Strong knowledge of professional camera equipment and accessories.
• Experience working with Sony, RED, ARRI, Canon, Blackmagic, DJI, or similar production equipment.
• Understanding of professional lighting, audio, and grip equipment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced production environments.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when productions require it.
• Physically capable of handling equipment and long production days.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Additional Strengths

It would be an advantage if you have:

• Experience operating DJI gimbals and drones.
• Basic camera operating experience.
• Basic photography or videography experience.
• Basic editing knowledge using Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve.
• Experience working on commercial advertising productions.
• Familiarity with AI tools that improve production planning, organisation, or creative workflows.

Screening Questions

To help us better understand your experience and suitability for the role, please answer the following questions as part of your application.

• Are you currently based in Dubai, or are you willing to relocate?
• How many years of experience do you have supporting commercial film or photography productions?
• Which camera systems have you worked with professionally? (Sony, RED, ARRI, Canon, Blackmagic, DJI, etc.)
• Do you have experience setting up professional lighting, audio, and grip equipment?
• Have you worked on commercial, corporate, event, or government productions? Please provide examples.
• Are you comfortable working flexible hours, weekends, or evenings when productions require it?
• Do you hold a valid UAE driving licence?
• How do you use AI tools to improve production planning, organisation, or efficiency while maintaining professional standards? Please provide an example.
• What is your current notice period and earliest available start date?
• What are your salary expectations?

Pay: From AED4,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed your application on our Careers page zianetwork [dot] com [slash] careers?

Work Location: In person