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Position Title: Gaffer / Chief Lighting Technician

Department: Cinematography / Lighting

Reports To: Director of Photography (DoP) / Cinematographer

Location: Goregaon west

Key Responsibilities:

  • Interpret the Director of Photography’s lighting design and translate it into practical lighting setups on set
  • Plan and execute lighting schemes for different scenes, locations, and times of day
  • Manage and supervise the lighting crew, including Best Boy and Lighting Technicians
  • Select, place, adjust, and maintain lighting instruments (LEDs, HMIs, Tungsten, practicals, etc.)
  • Ensure proper power distribution, load calculations, and safe cabling on set
  • Coordinate with the Grip department to position stands, rigging, and modifiers
  • Monitor lighting continuity throughout shooting
  • Troubleshoot electrical or lighting issues quickly and safely
  • Ensure all lighting equipment is maintained and properly packed/unpacked
  • Follow all set safety procedures and ensure crew compliance
  • Manage the lighting budget efficiently to avoid wastage or shortages

Preferred Experience:

  • 3 years of experience in professional film/ production House (e.g. Red Chillies, Yash Raj Films (YRF), Dharma Productions, Maddock Films
  • Prior experience as Best Boy or Senior Lighting Technician

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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