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As heads of the electrical crew, the gaffer powers the entire set. Learn about these oddly named crew members and how to become one yourself!
The gaffer is a vital department head for every film set — without electricity, there are no lights, no microphones, and no cameras. Their skills are highly technical but absolutely essential. Without the gaffer, there simply is no film. If you’re interested in being one of the most important people on the set, you’ve got […]
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