Aziz Ansari vs. the Gig Economy
Ansari portrays Arj, a struggling documentary editor based in L.A., who supplements his income by taking part-time jobs at a hardware store and a task management service called “Task Sergeant.” His tasks vary widely, from waiting in line for clients wanting viral cinnamon buns to tidying messy garages. The work is demanding and humbling, often placing Arj at the mercy of harsh clients who sometimes fail to pay for services affected by factors beyond his control, such as the popular cinnamon buns running out before his turn in line.