For all of the departments that exist on a film set, all of them rely on one department for a fundamental need. That need is power. The set lighting department—my department—is responsible not only for providing power for the lights that we use on set, but we’re also responsible for powering other departments, like camera, […]
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The demands of 12 and even 14 hour days make it nearly impossible to hit the gym on a regular basis or follow a daily ritual. However, with a few easy changes to your routine, managing optimal levels of energy day in and day out is doable for filmmakers. The tips below will help you […]
Anyone who’s made a career in production knows how it oftentimes feels impossible to maintain continuity in your sleep cycle. Days often span 16+ hours, especially when considering the commute, and just as your head hits the pillow, your alarm goes off and you’re cursing your call time. Fortunately, there are entities like IATSE who […]