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Ep. 54: Alina McMahon, Matthew Tate, Addy Miner and Payden Wilson, Production Assistants

PROTOCOLS, PROCESS & PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS In this episode of the Richmond Film Network Podcast, guest host Alina McMahon sits down with fellow production assistants Matthew Tate, Addy Miner, and Payden Wilson to talk about life on set during the making of the short film “Monday,” directed by RFN Founder Lisa Giles. Created for the first-ever Global City Producer 48 Hour Film Project, “Monday” brought together a large, highly skilled crew of regional creatives under an intense timeline—and this conversation captures what it felt like to be in the trenches. From first-time experiences to seasoned PA insights, the group reflects on what surprised them most: doubling as background actors, witnessing the careful choreography of an intimacy-coordinated scene, troubleshooting sound issues in a cavernous warehouse, and watching a bare industrial space transform into a fully realized botanical lab through exceptional production design. Again and again, they emphasize the professionalism, calm leadership, and collaborative spirit that defined the set—especially impressive given how quickly the project came together. The episode also explores mentorship and growth: learning how departments intersect, finding confidence on a professional set, navigating walkie-talkie etiquette, and discovering new interests in producing, cinematography, art department, and assistant directing. The PAs share favorite moments, biggest challenges (including a last-minute location setback), and the pride they felt watching the final cut—particularly the editing, cinematography, and attention to detail that elevated the film. Above all, this conversation celebrates “Monday” as a true community effort—described affectionately as “the Avengers of the Richmond film community.” It’s a candid, encouraging listen for anyone curious about what it’s really like to work on a 48 Hour Film Project, especially at a high professional level, and a testament to the generosity, talent, and collaborative energy that define Richmond’s film scene. Technical note: Due to connectivity challenges, Addy Miner’s video is unavailable for part of the episode, and Payden Wilson’s connection ends shortly after the discussion begins. We’ve retained as much of the recording as possible to honor the conversation as it unfolded. ‪@alinamcmahon‬ @WhiteBalloonProductions #MondayMovie #WhiteBalloonProductions