Gaffer & Asst. DOP

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