Hire a Gaffer / Lighting in Baltimore, MD
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional gaffer / lighting services in Baltimore, MD. Our gaffer / lightings come fully equipped with ARRI SkyPanel, Litepanels Astra, HMI lights and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.
What Does a Gaffer / Lighting Do?
A Gaffer is the chief lighting technician on set, responsible for designing and executing the lighting plan to achieve the desired mood and visual quality. They work with a range of fixtures from LED panels to HMIs, shaping light to flatter subjects and create depth in every frame.
Standard Equipment
Common Shoot Scenarios
- Studio interviews
- Product shoots
- Commercial productions
- Film sets
- Green screen setups
Video Production in Baltimore, MD
Baltimore's proximity to Washington, DC, combined with its own strong healthcare, defense, and education sectors, create a distinctive production market. Johns Hopkins, Under Armour, and the NSA/Fort Meade are major clients.
Maryland offers a 25-27% film production tax credit. Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Fells Point, and Federal Hill provide urban waterfront locations, while Fort Meade and the NSA campus drive defense and cybersecurity production work.
- 25-27% Maryland film production tax credit
- Johns Hopkins University and Hospital — healthcare and education leader
- Under Armour global HQ — sports and lifestyle brand content
- NSA/Fort Meade and Aberdeen Proving Ground — defense and cyber video
Gaffer / Lighting Crew in Baltimore, MD
Our network includes experienced gaffer / lighting professionals across Baltimore. Contact us at 312-464-8600 to check availability and get a quote.
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Production Guidelines in Baltimore
Standard Day Rate: All gaffer / lighting bookings in Baltimore are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.
Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.
Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown Baltimore. Locations outside this zone may include travel time and mileage charges.
Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a gaffer / lighting cost in Baltimore, MD?
Gaffer / Lighting rates in Baltimore vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.
What equipment does a gaffer / lighting bring to a shoot?
Our gaffer / lighting professionals in Baltimore typically arrive with ARRI SkyPanel, Litepanels Astra, HMI lights, Kino Flo tubes, C-stands and flags, Diffusion and gel kits. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.
How do I book a gaffer / lighting in Baltimore, MD?
You can book a gaffer / lighting in Baltimore by filling out our online booking form at assignmentdesk.com/hire-a-crew or by calling 312-464-8600. We offer same-day availability in most markets and can confirm crew within hours.
What is the standard work day for a gaffer / lighting?
The standard production day for a gaffer / lighting is 10 hours, including setup and wrap. Overtime is billed at time-and-a-half after 10 hours. Travel time applies for locations outside the local production zone of Baltimore.
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