Production Assistant

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage reflective of experience

Mentorship opportunities

Flexible working hours

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a highly organized Production Assistant to support the creative team on a part-time basis. You will assist with scheduling, travel coordination, and preparing materials, ensuring smooth production workflows.

This entry-level role offers hands-on project coordination experience in the arts and entertainment industry, with flexible hours and mentorship within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience in an administrative or support role is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the production team.
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Assist with preparing production materials, documents, and presentations.
• Help track project progress and manage documentation.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
• Perform general office duties and ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Multitasking

Administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and motivated Production Assistant to support their creative team in Upington . This role provides an excellent entry-level opportunity within the arts and entertainment industry, offering hands‑on experience in project coordination and logistical support. You will assist with a variety of tasks to ensure smooth production workflows, working closely with producers and project managers. If you are eager to learn, possess strong organizational skills, and are passionate about the creative process, this part‑time position is a great stepping stone in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the production team.


• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate travel arrangements.


• Assist with preparing production materials, documents, and presentations.


• Help track project progress and manage documentation.


• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.


• Perform general office duties and ad‑hoc tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.


• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.


• Previous experience in an administrative or support role is advantageous.

Benefits

• Hourly wage reflective of experience.


• Gain valuable experience in the arts and entertainment production industry in Upington .


• Flexible working hours suitable for part‑time roles.


• Exposure to diverse projects and creative professionals.


• Supportive team environment and mentorship opportunities.