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If you’re running single-system sound into camera, you will also run the sound (and set the levels) .  \n1st Assistant Camera (or 1st AC)  \nThey assist DP with camera, pulling focus, etc.  \n2nd Assistant Camera (or 2nd AC  \nThey are the clapper. You will slate each shot by using a slate, or piece of paper in front of camera with shot information, for each take (see “Calling the Shots”) . You will also log the shot information: scene, shot, take, lens shutter speed, filter, whether it was “good”“so so”“not good.” You’ll pass these logs on to the editor.  \nGaffer  \nThe gaffer is the head electrician in a movie crew; it's her/his job to manage the lighting, making sure the levels are appropriate for the desired effect in the scene.  \nGrip  \nA grip is also concerned with lighting, but from the mechanical side.  \nProduction Designer  \nThey are responsible for securing location, sets, props, wardrobe and make up (or have additional crew to help you with these things) . 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