While we have a little down time between productions, we thought it would be nice to review what the different PA positions on the show do. Let's start with the Wardrobe PA.The Costume / Wardrobe department typically has a lot of women working as dressers, dyers, seamstresses, etc. You might assume their PA position attracts a lot of fashion forward Lady Gaga fans. Actually, that's false.
Often the Wardrobe PA ends up being a straight male, and here's why: The Wardrobe PA has to move the clothing racks. They get quite heavy. Inevitably, there's gonna be an ill-placed flight of stairs between the fitting room and the wardrobe trailer. Male or female, do not go into this position assuming it's a lot of light work and frou frou shopping.
That said, there's also time spent at the malls returning unused items. I always felt really bad returning all those clothes -- especially if there was commission involved. The clerk often asks for the reason for the return, and it gets pretty old.
Being a Wardrobe PA, like any other department, will teach you a lot about the prep work that goes into any film. It will also get you on set from time to time. You're more likely to meet the actors than other departments, which for some is a perk. It's hard work, but if you're willing to do that, you'll probably have a good experience. Bonus, it never hurts to be a straight guy in a department with lots of women.
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