Film Ladder
Welcome to Film Ladder—the podcast that breaks down careers in the film industry, one conversation at a time. If you're trying to figure out how people actually get into the business, what different jobs look like behind the scenes, or how to build a creative career without a map — you’re in the right place!
Tune in as industry professionals share career tips and the lessons they've learned along the way—helping you navigate your own ascent on the film ladder.
Film Ladder
Latest Episodes
#19 - How to be A BTS Producer & Cam Operator
What really happens behind the scenes of a major Hollywood movie? In this episode of Film Ladder, Lexi sits down with behind-the-scenes producer and camera operator Jason Cox, whose credits include Click, This Is the End, Happ...
#18 - How To Be A First Team PA
In this episode of FilmLadder, host Lexi sits down with Kyla Dill to break down the demanding role of a first team production assistant and what it really takes to keep a set running smoothly. Kyla shares what the job looks like day to day, fro...
#17 - How To Be An On Set Costumer
In this episode of Film Ladder, Lexi sits down with on-set and key costumer Emmie Phelps Thompson, whose credits include Saturday Night, His & Hers, and the upcoming Comeback King, to pull back the...
#16 - How To Navigate Your Film Ladder & Advice On Climbing Up
What does it really take to build a lasting career in the film industry? In this episode of Film Ladder, production supervisor and UPM Rose Houdek shares the honest realities of climbing the film ladder—from starting as an intern and o...
#15 - How To Be A 1st Assistant Director
In this episode of Film Ladder, Lexi sits with 1st AD Matthew Goodwin, With insights from his extensive career, Matthew shares the responsibilities and challenges faced by a 1st AD, including coordinating schedules, managing on-set dynamics, an...