In construction, standby roles—painter, carpenter, rigger, stagehand—maintain and modify sets during filming, each representing their trade and handling on-set tasks as needed.
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Working Life
Within the construction department standby roles include painter, carpenter, rigger, and stagehand.
Each one works on set representing their department, looking after various tasks and making modifications where required during filming.
Role and Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with other members of the shooting crew to achieve the project schedule.
- Carry out tasks as required by the director and first assistant director.
- Work closely with the camera and electrical department to make adjustments as needed and must act with speed; attention to detail is essential should adjustments be required.
- Ensure that there are enough supplies to carry out the tasks within their area.
- Adheres to health and safety standards.
Works with
- Construction Coordinator
- Master Painter
- Master Carpenter
- Master Plasterer
- All of the Construction Department
Qualities - Construction Department Standby Roles Film & TV
Is this role right for me?
For this role, you need:
Training to carry out the tasks within craft.
Experience working with large teams and to tight deadlines.
Good organisational and stocktaking skills.
A Strong understanding of the working environment of a film set during shooting and how to contribute to it.
Great timekeeping and time-management skills.
Ability to problem solve, assess and evaluate solutions for the task at hand.
Understanding of health and safety requirements and the risks attached to various shooting scenarios.
Interests - Construction Department Standby Roles Film & TV
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Entry / Progression - Construction Department Standby Roles Film & TV
Education Route: Qualifications in the relevant craft is essential.
Career Path to Standby roles: Learn the craft, get on-set experience, work in Film/TV construction crews.
Career Path from Standby roles: Progress to Lead or Department Head roles.
There are no Trainee craft roles except for riggers.
