What educators are saying

Teach What It Takes to become a viable crew member

“It helps them in whatever field they want to go into, whether it's in the movie industry or the entertainment industry or work in logistics at a concert venue. Becoming a production assistant, that's the first step. Once you get in, it's really about you proving yourself that you show up on time, not even on time, but before time. It's about building relationships.”

“I went to film school and so for someone who had to make senior films, worked on different film productions, it was really amazing to see that there's a tool out there that helps anyone. You learn where your value is and what your strengths are and you can apply those to those areas. And then as you keep working your way up, then you start to get towards what you really want to do. And a lot of times you might even find your dream job just being at a production assistant. So it's a great, great, great program.”

Philip Chidel, Director, Writer, Producer, Film Teacher, Marin School of the Arts, Novato, CA

“When I first heard about the course, I instantly knew that there was something different about this that others didn't have. I come from a background where we're always talking about the arts and creativity, and how to make a good movie, but this one is actually telling you how to make a movie. It's like how to be responsible, how to handle yourself on the set.”

Katie McQuone-Botello, Milken Educator of the Year, 2019, Media Academy Teacher, Sunnyside High School, Fresno, CA

“I have seen first hand my students go out and get jobs after taking this course and graduating from my program. And this course is access for everyone. It’s not just you’re in LA so you have a foot in the door. I can be anywhere and understand how the industry works and apply it to where I live.”

“In 2023, I started teaching my students Kincade Production’s program on how to become a successful production assistant. This was my first year going through it, and I just let my advanced video students go at their own pace. I had 12 of my 15 advanced students complete the course and passed the final assessment. This is a great course for me as my students already have had a taste of these jobs in my class working in teams to produce video projects. So this is a great fit for what I teach and gives students real world skills in addition to the much needed soft skills of communication, showing up early, being positive, and respectful.”

“Kincade Productions curriculum is an amazing opportunity for my students to have access to the inside track of becoming a Film Production Assistant. They are learning important lessons about the film industry, how to get started, having the right mindset, and of course, all of the terminology of the industry. Quite honestly, they are learning how to be successful in any pathway they plan to get a start in through the engaging testimonials and bits of wisdom.”

Julianne Aguilar, CTE Film Instructor, Atwater High School, Atwater, CA

“I have been teaching Film Studies to my students as part of our Arts, Media, & Entertainment CTE Pathway for 15 years.  While my students are well-versed in cinematic history and theory, movie-making processes and workflow, the art and science of cinematography and editing, we experienced a huge hole in our career readiness curriculum.  Our school is not located near any industry hubs; there is a scant number of industry professionals, but most over an hour away.  So, experiences in job shadowing, workshops and training with industry professionals, networking, and internships, are out of our reach. Then I met Robin and Susan Kincade and they introduced me to their The Production Assistant Course. They are so very knowledgeable, professional, passionate, experienced, connected, while also being supportive, friendly, and approachable. My students learned so much from their Production Assistant Course. 

“Kincade has been a great tool for my students and my AME program. We live in a rural community and having professional business partners come to our school is nearly impossible. Robin has made it easy to have professionals communicate with my students. She breaks down her course in a manageable way. The modules are user-friendly and students can go back to lessons if they need a refresher. As a teacher, I like that I can switch lessons around and change the order so I can adapt it to my Dual Enrollment curriculum. I highly recommend Kincade and hope others join to reap the benefits of the program.”

Bounce Back Generation is a Bay Area based 501c3 dedicated to providing resilience-building skills to low income and minority individuals, families, and communities who are minority/low income and the un-housed. 

“This online course offers smart, entertaining, and practical skills for students to find clients, learn what is expected on the job, the etiquette of a film set, and much more. Our students have enjoyed learning while gaining confidence and an understanding of what it takes to be professional in the film industry.”

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