Responsible for the gear that supports the work of the camera operators and also installation and management of the rigging equipment.
What does working in this department look like?
The grips provide scaffolding for hanging the lights, and flags and silks to soften lights and create shade. They also provide means for creating high angle, low angle or unusual shots, and dollies and cranes for camera movement.
Skills needed
Knowledge of rigging equipment and other equipment such as boom/scissor lift operation, relevant certificates.
Resources
What jobs are available?
- Key Grip
- 2nd Grip
- Lead Grip / Setup
- Dolly Operator
- Rigging Grip
- A-Camera Dolly Operator
- Grip Technician
- Best Boy / Rigging (Grip)
