What does it take to be a stellar 1st AC? Let Lauren Peele tell you. One glance at Lauren Peele's IMDb page reveals an abundance of experience on all types of film and television sets. Currently, Peele serves as first assistant camera on The L Word: Generation Q. She has worked extensively in camera departments and as a cinematographer, so her advice for working behind the camera is extremely valuable. First assistant camera is also called "1st AC" or the "focus puller." As the title suggests, this person is responsible for adjusting camera focus and keeping the subject in focus throughout a scene. But the job requires so much more than that and is often one of the most difficult positions on a set. Peele was kind enough to speak with No Film School about what it's like working as a 1st AC, the best practices for focus pulling, and how best to support the cinematographer. Let's dive in! No Film School: What does a day in the life of a 1st AC look like? Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 6 April, 2021