Lighting & Electrical
Best Boy Electricfor international productions
Second in command of the lighting crew, managing electricians, equipment orders, power distribution and the lighting truck.
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- What does a best boy electric do?
- Second in command of the lighting crew, managing electricians, equipment orders, power distribution and the lighting truck.
- How do I hire a best boy electric for international productions?
- Browse the Best Boy Electric profiles on Crew Collective, check credits, showreels and availability, then send an enquiry from the profile. References checked on a profile means staff have confirmed their credits with at least 3 industry references. If you need a full lighting & electrical team, list the roles in one enquiry.
- What else is a best boy electric called?
- Depending on the production and country, the role is also known as best boy, best person electric, BB electric, best boy spark.
- Which department does a best boy electric work in?
- Best Boy Electric sits in the Lighting & Electrical department. The lighting (electric) department, led by the gaffer, designs, rigs, powers and controls the lights that realise the cinematographer's look.