Interview in a practical location
Windows, colour temperature, reflections and background light must all be controlled, often within a limited setup time.
Lighting and a safe set
Gaffer for your film shoot
Lighting selection, rigging and operation for an interview, commercial, product shoot or larger scene — together with the required grip and power equipment.
Call: +48 512 917 945In brief
Lighting matched to the frame and location
The gaffer translates the desired look into specific light sources, modifiers and positions. They also oversee rigging, stand loading, cable runs and the load on the electrical installation. This allows the camera operator to concentrate on operating the camera instead of building the lighting at the same time.
When it helps
When should you hire a gaffer?
Even a small shoot benefits when the lighting needs to change quickly or heavier fixtures must be rigged safely.
Commercial or product shoot
Repeatability, precise reflections, material texture and consistency between setups are essential.
Larger fixtures and grip
Powerful fixtures, booms, flags and frames require correct rigging, ballast and power distribution.
Scope of work
Scope of lighting work
We plan the package around the location, number of setups, turnaround time and available power.
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Location assessment
Assessing practical light, window direction, available circuits and space for stands.
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Fixture selection
Selecting output, colour temperature, modifiers and the most suitable method of controlling the light.
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Rigging and safety
Positioning grip, ballasting stands, securing cable runs and checking the power supply.
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Operation during takes
Adjusting the position, level and quality of the light as the framing or subject’s movement changes.
Specialist + equipment
Lighting and grip in one configuration
The catalogue includes Godox M300Bi, M600Bi, MG1200Bi and MG2400Bi fixtures, tubes, the LiteFlow system, Fresnels, C-stands, flags and diffusion frames. The gaffer helps select only the elements that will genuinely be useful in the location.
View lighting equipmentWorking with the operator and production designer
The operator defines the image and exposure requirements, the production designer is responsible for the space visible in the frame, and the gaffer creates the conditions in which both can work together. A short technical discussion before the shoot helps avoid later rebuilds.
A simple process
How do you book a specialist?
01
Brief and dates
Tell us the date, location, type of production and the approximate length of the shooting day.
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Scope and support
We agree the specialist’s responsibilities, required equipment, other roles and logistics.
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Confirmation
You receive a clear scope and quote. The booking is confirmed once you approve them.
Frequently asked questions
Before you send an enquiry
01Is one person enough to light the set?
Often, for a straightforward interview. We scale the crew to the weight of the equipment, the number of setups and the time available for changes.
02Does the gaffer bring the lights?
We can combine the service with GetCamera lighting and grip hire, or arrange for the gaffer to work with equipment supplied by the production.
03Is a location recce necessary?
It is very helpful for a larger installation or unusual power requirements. For simpler productions, photographs, a location plan and a conversation are often enough.
04How long does the lighting setup take?
It depends on the number of fixtures and setups. The rigging time should be included in the schedule before the cast or client arrives.
Dates and scope
Tell us briefly about your production.
Send the dates, location and type of shoot. We will reply with availability, scope and the required support package.