Crew jobs change depending on geographic location and of course based on production. However, the fundamentals of each role stays the same with slight variations in each location and/or project. Here lies a list of the most common positions when it comes to dealing with cinematography.
Camera Team
- Camera Operator
- Steadicam Operator
- First Assistant Camera (1st AC)
- Second Assistant Camera
- Camera Trainee / Camera PA
- Digital Imaging Technician / DIT
- Digital Loader
- Video Playback
- Remote Head Technician
Lighting Team
- Gaffer / Chief Lighting Technician
- Electrics Best Person
- Console / Board Operator
- Generator Operator
- Electric / Spark
Grip Team
- Key Grip
- Grip Best Person / Lead Grip
- Dolly Grip
- Grip