Gaffer for Stylized Alt-Pop Music Video Lighting

BlockReel; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Craft services and water on set

Job summary

BlockReel is seeking a talented Gaffer for an upcoming alt-pop music video in Atlanta. You will design and execute lighting setups that bring our stylized, high-energy aesthetic to life, collaborating with the Director of Photography.

Requirements include a strong reel of lighting work, your own basic kit with grip and electric tools, familiarity with LED fixtures and practicals, and on-set experience. The shoot is 1-2 days in early November 2026 with long 10–12 hour days; craft services and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a gaffer or chief lighting technician on music video sets.
• Strong understanding of lighting design and color in stylized aesthetics.
• Ability to rig and operate a variety of lighting fixtures on set.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Photography on lighting design.
• Rig and operate lighting equipment; manage electrics team on set.
• Bring own basic kit and tools to the shoot; ensure safety and efficiency.

Skills

Gaffer experience

Lighting design

Rigging

LED fixtures

On-set experience

Tools

Lighting equipment

Practical fixtures

Grip tools

Job description

BlockReel is seeking a talented Gaffer for an upcoming alt-pop music video in Atlanta. You will design and execute lighting setups that bring our stylized, high-energy aesthetic to life, collaborating with the Director of Photography.

Requirements include a strong reel of lighting work, your own basic kit with grip and electric tools, familiarity with LED fixtures and practicals, and on-set experience. The shoot is 1-2 days in early November 2026 with long 10–12 hour days; craft services and