Hire a Gaffer / Lighting in Dublin, Ireland
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional gaffer / lighting services in Dublin, Ireland. 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 Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is Ireland's creative and corporate capital, home to EMEA headquarters for Google, Meta, Apple, and other tech giants. Assignment Desk has completed 28+ shoots in Dublin, with particular strength in corporate and tech industry content.
Ireland's Section 481 tax credit offers a 32% incentive for qualifying productions. Dublin's Ardmore Studios and Troy Studios (Limerick) anchor the country's growing studio infrastructure. The city's tech corridor drives consistent corporate production demand.
- 28+ shoots — strong corporate and tech industry production market
- European HQ for Google, Meta, Apple, LinkedIn drives corporate demand
- Section 481 tax credit: 32% incentive for qualifying productions
- English-speaking with no language barriers for US productions
Gaffer / Lighting Crew in Dublin, Ireland
Our network includes experienced gaffer / lighting professionals across Dublin. Contact us at 312-464-8600 to check availability and get a quote.
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Production Guidelines in Dublin
Standard Day Rate: All gaffer / lighting bookings in Dublin 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 50-kilometer radius from downtown Dublin. 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
Why do so many US companies shoot in Dublin?
Dublin hosts the European/EMEA headquarters for major US tech companies (Google, Meta, Apple, Microsoft, LinkedIn). These companies frequently need local production for corporate communications, product launches, and events.
What is Ireland's Section 481 tax credit?
Section 481 provides a 32% tax credit on eligible Irish expenditure for qualifying film, TV, and animation projects. This applies to both domestic and international productions shooting in Ireland.
Is Dublin equipment comparable to US standards?
Yes — Dublin's rental houses stock broadcast-standard gear from Sony, Canon, ARRI, and RED. Assignment Desk sources professional equipment locally to avoid import logistics.
Can I combine Dublin with UK shoots?
Absolutely — Dublin is a short 1-hour flight from London. Assignment Desk regularly coordinates Ireland-UK production tours spanning Dublin, London, Manchester, and Edinburgh.
What is Dublin's weather like for outdoor production?
Dublin's maritime climate means mild temperatures year-round but frequent rain. We recommend weather contingency plans for exterior shoots and can provide covered backup locations.
How much does a gaffer / lighting cost in Dublin, Ireland?
Gaffer / Lighting rates in Dublin 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 Dublin 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.
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