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About High Scale
We're High Scale - a future-focused, data-obsessed agency revolutionizing video advertising on TV and social media. Think Amazon's obsession with customer experience meets SpaceX's fearless ambition-that's the DNA behind everything we do.
Our 120-person team of creatives, strategists, and innovators produces thousands of high-impact campaigns weekly for the world's leading lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and DTC brands. Operating out of our 50,000 sq. ft. DTLA studios and supported by a global influencer network, we create performance-driven content at an unmatched scale.
We move fast, embrace challenges, and constantly push the boundaries of creative production. We're looking for people who take pride in their craft, collaborate seamlessly with others, and are always looking for ways to elevate the quality of every production.
Why This Role Matters
Great lighting doesn't just make content look beautiful-it tells the story, establishes the mood, and influences how audiences feel about a brand within seconds.
As a Gaffer, you'll play a vital role in bringing our creative vision to life by designing and executing lighting setups that enhance every production. Working closely with Directors, Producers, Cinematographers, and the production crew, you'll ensure every shot meets the highest visual standards while maintaining an efficient and safe production environment.
Whether we're filming premium lifestyle campaigns, beauty commercials, product demonstrations, or high-volume social media ads, your expertise will help transform creative concepts into visually compelling content that drives results.
What You'll Do
Design & Execute Lighting Setups
Develop lighting plans that support the creative vision of each production.
Set up and operate lighting equipment for studio and on-location shoots.
Create lighting that complements different products, skin tones, environments, and brand aesthetics.
Adapt lighting setups quickly to meet changing production needs.
Collaborate with the Production Team
Work closely with Directors of Photography, Producers, Directors, Camera Operators, and Grip teams.
Interpret creative briefs and translate them into effective lighting solutions.
Support efficient production workflows while maintaining exceptional visual quality.
Communicate equipment and staffing needs prior to production.
Maintain Equipment & Studio Readiness
Inspect, organize, and maintain lighting equipment, power distribution, and accessories.
Ensure equipment is properly stored, tested, and production-ready.
Troubleshoot technical issues related to lighting and electrical systems.
Recommend new equipment and workflow improvements that enhance production quality.
Ensure Safety on Set
Maintain safe electrical practices and proper cable management.
Follow studio safety procedures and ensure all lighting equipment is securely installed.
Help create a safe, organized, and efficient production environment for cast and crew.
Contribute to Creative Excellence
Collaborate with the creative team to continuously improve production quality.
Stay current with emerging lighting techniques, equipment, and production technologies.
Share ideas that improve efficiency, consistency, and creative execution across productions.
Who You Are
Experienced Gaffer
3+ years of professional experience as a Gaffer, Chief Lighting Technician, or Lighting Technician in commercial, television, digital media, or studio productions.
Experience working in high-volume production environments is highly preferred.
Experience with commercial advertising or social media content production is a strong advantage.
Technical Lighting Expert
Strong understanding of cinematic lighting techniques, color temperature, exposure, diffusion, shaping, and power distribution.
Experience working with LED lighting systems, DMX-controlled lighting, and professional cinema lighting equipment.
Comfortable working with a wide variety of cameras and production setups.
Collaborative Production Professional
You communicate effectively with Directors, Cinematographers, Producers, and crew members.
You understand how lighting supports storytelling and know how to balance creative vision with production efficiency.
You're dependable under pressure and remain calm in fast-paced production environments.
Organized & Solution-Oriented
You anticipate production needs before they become problems.
You take pride in maintaining equipment, preparing efficient lighting setups, and keeping productions running smoothly.
You adapt quickly when creative direction or production schedules change.
Passionate About Your Craft
You constantly refine your skills, stay informed about new lighting technologies, and enjoy finding creative ways to make every production look its best.
You take ownership of your work and are motivated by delivering exceptional visual quality every time the cameras roll.
Perks & Benefits
Create Content Seen by Millions
Work on high-performing advertising campaigns for leading lifestyle, beauty, fashion, wellness, and DTC brands across TV and social media.
Industry-Leading Production Environment
Collaborate with talented Directors, Producers, Cinematographers, Editors, and Creative Strategists in our 50,000 sq. ft. production studio.
Creative Growth
Expand your expertise by working across a wide range of commercial productions, creative concepts, and emerging production technologies.
Make a Visible Impact
Your work directly influences the visual quality of every campaign, helping brands capture attention and drive results.
A Team That Raises the Bar
Join a collaborative production team that values craftsmanship, innovation, continuous learning, and bringing ambitious creative ideas to life.
High Scale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity because great creativity comes from different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. If you're passionate about lighting, visual storytelling, and creating exceptional commercial content, we'd love to hear from you.
Department Production Locations Los Angeles HQ