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Gaffer Job in The Shape of Staying
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October 10, 2026 8:00 PM Gaffer 'The Shape of Staying' Staff & Crew Nonunion Student Film General Staff +Crew Drama Location:
Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA Apply Be one of the first to apply! Save Job This intimate, character-driven drama takes place primarily inside one house and relies on naturalistic, expressive lighting and composition to explore loneliness, intimacy, and the feeling of home. Collaborative crew members with experience in narrative filmmaking, interior lighting, practicals, and/or visual storytelling. For consideration, submit examples of previous lighting work.Not Paid Pre-Screen Requests:
1 Question(s) About the project Seeking talent from Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PACOMPANY DETAILS
Syracuse University Xiwen Luo, actor-performer Member since Sep 16, 2025 1 Job posted ID CheckedPROJECT DESCRIPTION
Casting "The Shape of Staying," a Syracuse University graduate thesis short... view more Other roles in this project This project includes 3 additional roles . View full listing for more details. View Full Listing Details Dates & Locations Shoots Oct. 23-25 in Syracuse, NY.Departure:
Oct. 25 after wrap or Oct. 26 in the morning.Compensation & Contract An Ran:
Lead Not Paid Eric:
Lead Not Paid All other roles:Not Paid Additional:
Unpaid roles. Accommodation, transportation, and meals during the trip will be reimbursed. Actors will work no more than 10 hours a day. Key Details Seeking talent from Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA Become a Backstage member or log in to view additional details, including key audition and/or submission instructions. Join Now Ready to Apply? Select Role An Ran Eric Director of Photography Gaffer ApplyCareer Insights for Set / Exhibit Designer
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What they do
A Set or Exhibit Designer designs display booths or exhibits for museums, galleries or trade shows. Develops drawings and plans to accommodate the specific space, lighting and temperature requirements of materials to be exhibited; builds or supervises building of exhibits. Designs stage sets and scenery for performances, primarily for live theater performances, or sets for filmed performances or for events such as press conferences. Works with directors and producers to plan props and materials needed for a show.
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