christopher zou
New York, NY
Hello! I'm Chris and I work in the film and television industry as a non-union assistant director. I specialized in short films and web content and I am always looking to work with new directors and ADs. See my body of work (http://imdb.to/QngDDI) and feel free to email me at [email protected] if you'd like to collaborate!
Photo: On location in Montalban, Philippines for MANG ABE'S UBE.
FAQ
What is an Assistant Director?
There are many variables in filmmaking and the assistant director or AD helps the director complete the film in the time allotted by the film's budget. The AD creates the shooting schedule and is responsible for the general organization and discipline on set. By taking care of logistics and organization, the AD allows the director to fully concentrate on his or her creative process.
That sounds like a lot of responsibility.
Yes it is! But the AD is not alone. There is usually a 1st AD and a 2nd AD on set and on bigger projects, a 2nd 2nd AD and Add'l 2nd ADs. They are also assisted by production assistants aka PAs.
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