On today's movie sets, there are a lot of tools flying around that help each department do its job. I'm just you know about the camera and lights, but what about C-47s and XLR cables? I decided to create a glossary of tools that you can find pretty much on every set in film and television. If you want to work in the industry, you need to know about these things and what they do. Let's dive in. What Tools Are On a Movie Set?General Production ToolsThese are common items you'll see used by many departments, especially cinematographers, the Assistant Directors (ADs), and Production Assistants (PAs).Clapperboard (or Slate): A board with a hinged "clapper" on top. It's filmed at the beginning of each take to mark the scene, shot, and take number. The "clapping" sound provides a clear audio-visual reference point for synchronizing sound and picture in editing.Walkie-Talkie (or "Walkie"): The primary communication device for the crew. Different departments are assigned different channels to coordinate.G&E (Grip & Electric) DepartmentThis is where you'll find the most "slang" and specialized gear. Grips are responsible for rigging, camera support, and shaping light. Electrics (led by the Gaffer) are responsible for setting up and powering the lights.Grip Tools (Shaping Light & Camera Support)C-Stand (or Century Stand): The most essential and versatile stand on set. Used to hold flags, silks, nets, and small lights. It consists of a collapsible base, a two-stage riser, and a "gobo arm" with a "gobo head" (or grip head).Apple Box:...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 30 October