Indie Short Film Gaffer - Lighting Mastery in Austin

BlockReel; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 185,000 - 277,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Craft services provided

Production insurance provided

Job summary

BlockReel in Austin, TX seeks a mid-level Gaffer to execute the DP's lighting plan on a visually driven independent short. You will lead a small lighting team, set up LED, HMI and tungsten gear, and troubleshoot on set within a tight budget for a 3–4 day shoot around November 16, 2026.

Prep days 1–2, 10–12 hour days, production insurance provided, lunch and craft services daily, with the opportunity to contribute creatively through power distribution and safe electrical operation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Gaffer on independent or short films.
• Ability to operate within a constrained budget for lighting.
• Portfolio or reel showcasing lighting work.

Responsibilities

• Execute the DP's lighting plan on set.
• Lead a small lighting team and manage gear.
• Troubleshoot lighting and electrical issues on site.

Skills

Gaffer responsibilities

On-set leadership

Budget-conscious lighting

Creative problem-solving

Tools

LED lights

HMI

Tungsten lighting

Power distribution

Job description

BlockReel in Austin, TX seeks a mid-level Gaffer to execute the DP's lighting plan on a visually driven independent short. You will lead a small lighting team, set up LED, HMI and tungsten gear, and troubleshoot on set within a tight budget for a 3–4 day shoot around November 16, 2026.

Prep days 1–2, 10–12 hour days, production insurance provided, lunch and craft services daily, with the opportunity to contribute creatively through power distribution and safe electrical operation.