Tools
Efficient relaying of information is a critical job function and a radio (walkie-talkie) is heavily utilized on set to communicate between the AD staff as well as all other departments. In addition a PA might also carry an assortment of pens and markers, spare radio batteries, a multi-task tool, aspirin, gloves, small light and a surveillance headset.
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