This is an in-depth blog breaking down Working as a Gaffer in film and television. Please comment below. As a reader it is your responsibility to help us make this post better! What is it missing? Have any questions? What Is A Gaffer? The Gaffer (gaffer definition) (Chief Lighting Technician) is the Lighting Technician on a […]
Archives for March 2012
10 Shows Cancelled Too Soon
Everyone has their list of shows cancelled and gone too soon, I have put together my list of ten shows that I think deserved another season or more. I always like to see where my list differs from others, let me know in the comments below if I left off one of your favorites. Shows […]
5 Ways to Keep the Sound Guy Happy
Photo Credit: VideoVillain! One of the most overlooked departments on a film set is sound. The sound department for some reason is forgotten or not thought of at all, but they happen to be one of the most important departments on a film set. As a member of the grip and lighting departments there are several […]
Script Breakdown
When it comes to a script breakdown there are multiple categories to consider. You can use programs such as Movie Magic Scheduling, which can be purchased on amazon or Final Draft Tagger, also available on amazon. These pieces of software are and amazing help for your script breakdown but if you cannot afford the software […]
Free Script Breakdown Sheets
A free script breakdown sheet has been added to the free stuff section for our readers! To learn more about breaking down scripts and making use of these breakdown sheets check out our post on Script Breakdowns. This is a very detailed post that goes through the ins and outs of breaking down a script, give […]
Hand Signals for Lighting Technicians Tutorial
Below is a very basic tutorial on Hand Signals for Lighting Technicians. These hand signals are very commonly use by the grip & lighting departments and DOP on many film sets across North America. Although not every single hand signal will not be used exactly as seen in the video, it can still be very […]
Working as a 1st Assistant Director
One thing I didn’t really understand until I started working on sets was the role of the assistant directors. In this three-part blog I will break down the roles of the 1st Assistant Director, 2nd, and 3rd. Let’s start at the top. The role of the 1st Assistant Director is a very important one on any […]
