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OSCA 2024 · 599934 · Skill level 4

Production Assistant (Audio, Screen or Live Performance): OSCA 599934

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Production Assistant (Audio, Screen or Live Performance) is OSCA 2024 code 599934. It corresponds to ANZSCO 599912 Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) (in part), which is not on the skilled visa lists. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 599934

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

  • ANZSCO 599912 · in part

    Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)

    Not on the skilled occupation lists.

The job

What a production assistant (audio, screen or live performance) does

Provides administrative support, message and script delivery, catering services, and assistance with transportation, equipment and scheduling for film, television, radio or live performance productions.

Skill level 4: Certificate II or III, or at least 1 year of relevant experience

Also known as

  • Production Runner

Specialisations

  • Director's Assistant (Audio, Screen or Live Performance)

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Assists with the coordination and scheduling of production, animation or post-production activities
  • Acts as a messenger or liaison person for production crew and directors
  • Obtains refreshments and catering for cast and crew
  • Notifies crew of changes in script, production, post-production or animation arrangements
  • Assists in the setting up and dismantling of film and television sets and other workspaces
  • Compiles files and records, such as stills, personnel worksheets and talent releases
  • Organises, distributes and maintains production files, documents and records
  • Maintains production calendars and other administrative documents

Questions

OSCA 599934: common questions

What is the OSCA code for production assistant (audio, screen or live performance)?
The OSCA 2024 code is 599934 (Production Assistant (Audio, Screen or Live Performance)), skill level 4. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 599934?
ANZSCO 599912 Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage) (in part). "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Production Assistant (Audio, Screen or Live Performance) on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
Not under its ANZSCO equivalent: none is on the Home Affairs combined list checked on 21 October 2026. Another occupation may fit your duties better.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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