Post-Production Runner

Definition

The Post-Production Runner is an entry-level position that performs essential day-to-day tasks to support the post-production team. Their responsibilities include keeping the editing suites and client areas tidy, ordering and picking up meals for the team, running errands (such as delivering hard drives to vendors), and assisting with basic technical tasks like digital asset labeling, file organization, or preparing the suites for client reviews. It is a common starting point for a career in post-production.

Contextual Usage

The facility manager asks the Runner for assistance: "The director and the studio executives are coming in for a review session in Suite A at 2:00 PM. Please make sure the suite is clean, stock the mini-fridge with their preferred beverages, and order lunch for five people from the usual place. After that, I need you to run this hard drive over to the sound facility across town."