Lighting & Electrical
Generator Operatorfor international productions
Runs and maintains the production generators that power lighting and unit base, managing fuel and electrical safety.
Generator Operator profiles
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Questions producers ask
- What does a generator operator do?
- Runs and maintains the production generators that power lighting and unit base, managing fuel and electrical safety.
- How do I hire a generator operator for international productions?
- Browse the Generator Operator 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 generator operator called?
- Depending on the production and country, the role is also known as genny op, genny operator, generator technician.
- Which department does a generator operator work in?
- Generator Operator 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.