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Nine Eight Central

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Lead Videographer

Greenville, SC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Drives the grip truck to set and keeps it packed, serviced, and ready * Recommends equipment ... Strong hands-on command of camera, lighting, and audio, with the range to step into whichever role ...

Quixote Studios

Lot Attendant (Union)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$25.36/hr

Quixote rents production trailers, trucks, lighting and grip and other equipment to support a wide ... Sylmar, CA ; travel to other Quixote SoCal locations as needed Position Type: Full-Time Hours: 2pm ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time lighting grip in the United States is $23.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Full time lighting grips are specialized crew members in the film, television, or live event industries responsible for setting up, adjusting, and maintaining lighting equipment on set. They work closely with the Director of Photography and the Gaffer to achieve the desired lighting effects for each scene. Their duties include rigging lights, setting up stands, operating lifts, and ensuring all equipment is safe and functional. A full time lighting grip is typically employed for the duration of a production or as permanent staff at a studio or rental house. They play a crucial role in creating the visual look and mood of a project.

What is the difference between Full Time Lighting Grip vs Full Time Gaffer?

AspectFull Time Lighting GripFull Time Gaffer
CredentialsExperience in grip work, safety certificationsLighting certifications, electrical knowledge
Work EnvironmentOn set, handling equipment, riggingOn set, managing lighting design and setup
Employer & Industry UsageFilm and TV productions, rental housesFilm and TV productions, studio setups

Full Time Lighting Grips and Full Time Gaffers both work on film sets, but grips focus on rigging and equipment handling, while gaffers oversee lighting design and electrical setup. Both roles require safety certifications and are essential in production crews, often working closely together to achieve the desired visual effects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a full time lighting grip?

To thrive as a Full Time Lighting Grip, you need solid knowledge of lighting techniques, rigging, and set safety, often gained through hands-on experience or technical training. Familiarity with lighting control systems, grip equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Strong teamwork, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you coordinate efficiently on fast-paced sets. These skills are vital to ensure safe, efficient, and visually successful productions in film, television, or live events.

What are some common challenges faced by full time lighting grips on set, and how can they be addressed?

Full Time Lighting Grips often encounter challenges such as working long hours under tight deadlines, adapting to rapidly changing lighting requirements, and ensuring safety with heavy and sometimes elevated equipment. Effective communication with the gaffer, cinematographer, and other crew members is essential to quickly resolve issues and maintain a smooth workflow. Staying organized, maintaining equipment, and being proactive about safety protocols can help address these challenges and contribute to a successful production.
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Maintenance Technician: Summer Seasonal Laborer

Martis Camp

Truckee, CA • On-site

$32 - $40/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:  As a full-time summer Seasonal Laborer, you are essential to Martis Camp, under supervision, you will perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, equipment, furniture, pools and vehicles. Directly responsible to the Building Maintenance Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

  • Assists in moving furniture and equipment at all facilities for the Club for summer operations as needed as well as for special events. 
  • Blows off walkways and around buildings early AM.
  • Helps remove pool covers early AM.
  • Power washes patios and walkways as needed early AM. Assists in a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of Martis Camp buildings at various locations including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, masonry, painting, and pools. 
  • Repairs and treats structures such as floors, showers, sinks, walls, roofs, furniture and carpets.  Performs troubleshooting, repairs and adjustments on doors, door locks, cabinets, desks, kitchen equipment, pool water and pool equipment, fences, lighting, etc. 
  • Reports malfunctions to the Building Maintenance Manager for coordination on the appropriate corrective action to take and may assist in obtaining quotes for repair work. 
  • May be asked to accompany outside vendors who are on site to make needed repairs. 
  • Assists in moving furniture and equipment at all facilities for the Club for summer operations and to conduct special events. 
  • As part of the Ambassador support team, Technicians may be asked to assist with special projects periodically that originate in other departments, open and close buildings, monitor alarm systems, and be familiar with fire sprinkler systems at all facilities.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and oral form, maintain work logs, pool records and service requests, and maintain cooperative working relationships with any Ambassador, department, or MCC member that they come in contact with during the course of their work assignments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to grip, carry, and maneuver hand and power tools
  • Ability to climb ladderS
  • Ability to stand/walk for up to 8 hours at a time.
  • Ability to bend, twist, and kneel frequently, with or without equipment in hand
  • Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds in several forms including boxes, tools, equipment, and materials

WAGE RANGE: $22-$26/hr (DOE)

Martis Camp Club is an equal-opportunity employer


 

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