Camera & Lighting
Best Boy Electric.
The Best Boy Electric is the gaffer's right hand — managing the day-to-day logistics of the electrical department while the gaffer focuses on the creative conversation with the DOP. They are responsib
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The Best Boy Electric is the gaffer's right hand — managing the day-to-day logistics of the electrical department while the gaffer focuses on the creative conversation with the DOP. They are responsible for equipment tracking, dealing with rental houses, managing the electrical crew schedule, and ensuring that power requirements are met safely and efficiently throughout the shoot. On indie productions, the best boy often shoulders additional practical responsibilities as part of a lean department.
What We Look For
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Experience as best boy or senior lighting technician on drama or commercial shoots
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Strong knowledge of electrical equipment, power distribution, and safety
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Excellent organisational skills for equipment management and scheduling
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Ability to supervise junior electricians and set a professional standard
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Efficient communication with the gaffer and production office
Working with Indie Matter
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Original Stories Only
We develop original screenplays exclusively. No IP, no franchise sequels, no adaptations. Every project starts from a blank page.
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Collaborative by Design
Independent film lives and dies by its crew. We work with people who bring genuine creative investment alongside technical excellence.
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UK-Based Productions
London-based studio, shooting across the UK. We look for crew who understand the realities of lean independent production without compromising on quality.
FAQ
Does the best boy electric also work practically as a spark on set?
Yes — on independent productions, the best boy is both a manager and a working member of the lighting crew.
Is the best boy expected to manage equipment rental logistics?
Yes, in coordination with the gaffer and production coordinator.
Do best boy roles at Indie Matter lead to gaffer opportunities?
They can. We track crew development over multiple productions and support step-ups where appropriate.
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Best Boy Electric.
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