Jake Heineke

Jake Heineke is a film-industry professional whose work in assistant directing has contributed to recent productions. Their role involves coordinating between directors, actors, and crew to maintain the schedule and logistics of film sets. As a Second Second Assistant Director on Crush [2022], Heineke supported the department’s efforts in managing daily shoot operations. This position typically involves handling background action, crowd control, and assisting higher-level assistant directors in executing the director’s vision efficiently.

In A Little Prayer [2025], Heineke served as the First Assistant Director, a role that oversees the day-to-day execution of the shooting schedule. This position requires close collaboration with the director and production team to ensure scenes are filme…