Gaffer / lighting technician

Gaffers lead the lighting department on film and TV sets, realising the cinematographer's vision. The work involves planning and setting up lighting, directing the lighting crew, managing electrical equipment and safety, and adjusting lighting to achieve the desired look during shooting.

They work on film and TV productions. The role suits skilled, practical, creative people who understand light and electrics, can lead a crew and execute a cinematographer's vision, manage equipment and safety, and combine technical mastery with the artistic eye to shape how a scene looks through light.