Production Assistants
Reliable PAs and runners keeping your Spanish production running smoothly from Madrid to Barcelona.
Film production in Spain demands PAs who understand the local environment — from navigating Madrid's production infrastructure to coordinating logistics in Barcelona and beyond. Our production assistants know the vendors, the routes, and the protocols that keep Spanish shoots running on schedule. They handle everything from distributing call sheets and managing equipment to coordinating extras and running errands across the country.
We connect you with dependable production assistants through NeedAFixer's Spain network. Our PAs bring hands-on experience from features, commercials, and series shot across Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and beyond. Each PA arrives ready to support your crew with local knowledge, professional discipline, and the energy that long shooting days demand.
ACT 01
Capabilities
Complete PA Services
From set support to office administration, our production assistants provide the reliable help your production needs to operate efficiently.
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Set PAs
- On-set support
- Lock-ups & crowd control
- Talent escort
- Walkie distribution
- General set assistance
On-Set Support
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Office PAs
- Production office support
- Phone & communication
- Filing & organization
- Copying & distribution
- General admin tasks
Office Operations
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Runners & Drivers
- Equipment pickups
- Catering runs
- Document delivery
- Airport transfers
- General errands
Logistics Support
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Equipment Support
- Equipment loading
- Truck organization
- Gear distribution
- Inventory assistance
- Wrap support
Physical Support
ACT 02
Why Us
Why Choose Our Production Assistants
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Local Knowledge
Our PAs know Spain inside out — from Madrid studio complexes to location logistics in Barcelona and Seville. They navigate local vendors, transport routes, and regional protocols so your production never misses a beat.
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Bilingual Support
English and Spanish-speaking PAs who bridge the gap between international crews and local vendors. No language barriers slowing down your production in Spain.
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Studio Familiarity
Our PAs know Ciudad de la Luz in Alicante, Estudios Picasso in Madrid, and Barcelona studio facilities — experienced with Spain's diverse production landscape from desert Almería to coastal Catalonia.
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Resourceful & Adaptable
When plans change — and they always do — our PAs solve problems on the fly. Whether it's sourcing a last-minute prop, finding an alternative route, or handling an unexpected vendor issue, they keep your Spanish production moving.
On Location
Multilingual PAs trained through ECAM and ESCAC delivering for the El Deseo, Apaches Entertainment, and Mediapro pipelines
Here is how this works in practice. Spain's production-assistant pool runs through cohorts trained at ECAM Madrid (Escuela de Cinematografía y del Audiovisual de la Comunidad de Madrid — Spain's top film school, the standard PA-entry pipeline for the Madrid commercial-and-feature industry). ESCAC Barcelona (Escola Superior de Cinema i Audiovisuals de Catalunya — the Catalan equivalent feeding the Mediapro Sant Joan Despí slate). Universidad Carlos III Madrid, Bande à Part Barcelona. Universitat Pompeu Fabra Barcelona, TAI Madrid. Septima Ars Madrid, U-tad Madrid (for digital-animation-track PAs).
Here is the short of it. And the Spanish-cinema-and-television vocational programs (ciclos formativos de grado superior) across regional Comunidad Autónoma networks. Working-language coverage runs Castilian (primary), Catalan, Basque (Euskera), Galician, Valencian, plus full English ease for global productions, French and Italian for European co-pros. And Portuguese for Lusophone treaty work. PAs route through key office, production office, set, and unit work — covering call-sheet distribution, talent transport, vendor liaison, lock-up, walkie-talkie network operation, paperwork handling. And the day-to-day support that keeps Spanish-language and global productions moving.
Here is the breakdown. Project work spans the Almodóvar El Deseo slate (Pain and Glory, Parallel Mothers). Bayona Apaches Entertainment productions (Society of the Snow, The Impossible, A Monster Calls). Sorogoyen Atresmedia Cine drama, Carla Simón Berlin-Golden-Bear features. Plus prestige-series for Mediapro Studios (Money Heist Sant Joan Despí, La Casa de Papel, Berlín, Sky Rojo, Elite). Bambú Producciones (Grand Hotel, Velvet, Las Chicas del Cable), Movistar+ Originals, and Netflix Spain. Productions filmed in Spain — Game of Thrones (multi-region Andalucía-Navarra-Catalan-Extremadura PA staffing), Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Pirates of the Caribbean (Cádiz).
Star Wars Attack of the Clones (Sevilla Plaza de España). Solo: A Star Wars Story (Fuerteventura). Vicky Cristina Barcelona, Spider-Man Far From Home. Wonder Woman 1984 (Canary Islands), Fast & Furious 6 (Tenerife). And Lawrence of Arabia (Almería) — set up the working pool. Spanish summer 40°C+ heat schedules drive split-call rhythms with siesta-respect. AISGE-AIE union compliance, Spanish labor-law caps (40-hour week, 12-hour daily rest mandate), INSHT workplace insurance, Seguridad Social RETA. Spain's ICAA 30% rebate plus regional uplifts, EUR Eurozone settlement. And IVA 21% VAT recovery underpin every PA-pool budget.
ACT 03
FAQ
PA Department Expertise
What do production assistants do on a Spanish set?
PAs provide essential support across all aspects of production — from set lockups and talent escort to equipment handling and office administration. In Spain, they also help navigate local logistics, vendor relationships, and location-specific requirements that international crews may not be familiar with.
Do your PAs speak English?
Yes, we provide bilingual PAs fluent in both English and Spanish for international productions. They communicate effectively with your crew while navigating local vendors, authorities, and situations that require Spanish language skills.
What are typical working hours for PAs in Spain?
Shooting days in Spain typically run 10-12 hours under national collective agreements. August holidays significantly affect production schedules. Excellent Mediterranean light supports year-round outdoor shooting.
How quickly can you staff PAs?
For planned productions, we recommend booking 1-2 weeks ahead. However, we maintain relationships with reliable PAs across Spain for last-minute needs and can often staff additional positions with 24-48 hours notice.
Do you provide overnight or weekend PAs?
Yes, we staff PAs for all schedules including overnight shoots, weekend work, and split days. Spanish labor law provides structured protections with national collective agreements for the audiovisual sector. Regional variations apply across autonomous communities.
What experience do your PAs have?
Our PA roster ranges from entry-level professionals eager to learn to experienced PAs with multiple feature credits on Spanish productions. We match experience levels to your needs — key positions get experienced PAs while general support can develop newer talent.
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ACT 04 — On Set
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