Every Position on a Movie Set

The people who get the film made.

• Executive Producer

  Secures financing and oversees the project at the highest level.

• Producer

  Manages the entire production from development through delivery.

• Co-Producer

  Shares producing duties, often handling a specific area of the production.

• Line Producer

  Manages the budget and day-to-day logistics of the shoot.

• Production Manager (UPM)

  Coordinates crew, equipment, and schedules under the line producer.

• Production Coordinator

  Hub of the production office; handles paperwork, travel, and communication.

• Production Assistant (PA)

  Entry-level role supporting every department on set and in the office.

The creative vision and on-set leadership.

• Director

  Leads the creative vision and directs cast and crew.

• First Assistant Director (1st AD)

  Runs the set, manages the schedule, and calls the shots for action.

• Second Assistant Director (2nd AD)

  Manages call sheets, talent wrangling, and background actors.

• Second Second AD (2nd 2nd AD)

  Assists the 2nd AD, often handling background performers.

• Script Supervisor

  Tracks continuity, dialogue, and ensures coverage matches the script.

Capturing the image.

• Director of Photography (DP / Cinematographer)

  Designs the look of the film and leads camera and lighting.

• Camera Operator

  Physically operates the camera and executes the shot.

• First Assistant Camera (1st AC / Focus Puller)

  Pulls focus and maintains the camera package.

• Second Assistant Camera (2nd AC)

  Slates shots, marks actors, and manages camera reports.

• Digital Imaging Technician (DIT)

  Manages on-set color, image quality, and data workflow.

• Loader

  Handles media cards or film stock and chain of custody.

• Steadicam Operator

  Operates the Steadicam rig for stabilized moving shots.

• Drone / Aerial Operator

  Pilots drones or aerial rigs for high-angle photography.

• Still Photographer

  Shoots production stills for marketing and publicity.

Capturing every word and ambience.

• Production Sound Mixer

  Records and mixes location audio.

• Boom Operator

  Positions the boom mic to capture clean dialogue.

• Sound Utility / 2nd Sound

  Supports the mixer with cabling, wireless, and gear.

Rigging, support, and shaping light.

• Key Grip

  Leads the grip department and rigging on set.

• Best Boy Grip

  Second-in-command of the grip department; manages crew and equipment.

• Dolly Grip

  Operates the camera dolly and lays track.

• Grip

  Handles rigging, flags, stands, and on-set support.

Powering and creating the light.

• Gaffer (Chief Lighting Technician)

  Leads the lighting department and executes the DP's lighting plan.

• Best Boy Electric

  Manages the electric crew, equipment, and orders.

• Electrician / Lamp Operator

  Sets, powers, and operates lighting fixtures.

• Generator Operator (Genny Op)

  Operates and maintains the generator on location.

Designing the world of the film.

• Production Designer

  Defines the overall visual world and design of the film.

• Art Director

  Executes the production designer's vision and manages the art crew.

• Set Decorator

  Dresses sets with furniture, drapery, and decor.

• Prop Master

  Sources and manages all on-screen props.

• Set Dresser

  Places and adjusts set decoration on the day.

• Construction Coordinator

  Leads the build of sets and physical structures.

• Scenic / Painter

  Paints and finishes sets and surfaces.

• Greensperson

  Provides and maintains plants and foliage on set.

Dressing the characters.

• Costume Designer

  Designs the look and wardrobe of every character.

• Costume Supervisor

  Runs the wardrobe department day-to-day.

• Key Costumer

  Manages on-set wardrobe and continuity.

• Set Costumer

  Dresses talent and maintains wardrobe during the shoot.

Faces and looks ready for camera.

• Department Head — Makeup

  Leads the makeup design across the film.

• Department Head — Hair

  Leads the hairstyling design across the film.

• Key Makeup Artist

  Runs the makeup trailer and lead talent looks.

• Key Hair Stylist

  Runs the hair trailer and lead talent styling.

• Special Effects Makeup Artist

  Creates prosthetics, wounds, and character transformations.

Action, safety, and practical effects.

• Stunt Coordinator

  Designs and supervises all stunt action.

• Stunt Performer / Double

  Performs stunts on camera for safety and skill.

• SFX Supervisor

  Leads practical on-set effects: fire, weather, mechanical rigs.

• SFX Technician

  Builds and operates practical effects gags.

• Armorer / Weapons Master

  Handles, secures, and supervises all firearms on set.

Finding and managing where we shoot.

• Location Manager

  Scouts, secures, and manages all filming locations.

• Assistant Location Manager

  Supports the location manager on prep and shoot days.

• Location Scout

  Finds and photographs potential filming locations.

Finding the right talent.

• Casting Director

  Auditions and selects actors with the director and producers.

• Casting Associate

  Coordinates sessions, sides, and submissions.

• Extras Casting

  Sources and manages background performers.

Where the film comes together.

• Editor

  Assembles the film and shapes performance and pacing.

• Assistant Editor

  Organizes footage, syncs sound, and prepares cuts.

• Post-Production Supervisor

  Manages the entire post workflow, schedule, and budget.

• Colorist

  Color grades the final image for tone and consistency.

• Sound Designer

  Builds the sonic world of the film.

• Re-Recording Mixer

  Mixes the final film audio for release.

• Foley Artist

  Performs custom on-screen sound effects in sync.

• VFX Supervisor

  Leads all visual effects from prep through delivery.

• Composer

  Writes and produces the film's original score.

• Music Supervisor

  Selects and licenses music for the film.

Keeping the machine running.

• Craft Services

  Provides snacks and drinks to keep crew fueled all day.

• Catering

  Serves hot meals for cast and crew.

• Transportation Captain

  Manages all picture vehicles, trucks, and drivers.

• Medic

  Provides on-set medical support and safety oversight.

• Intimacy Coordinator

  Choreographs and safeguards intimate scenes.

• Dialect / Acting Coach

  Coaches performers on accents and performance.

• Studio Teacher

  Teaches minors on set and ensures legal compliance.

• Publicist / Unit Publicist

  Manages press, EPK, and on-set publicity.