Dolly grip

How it is used

Used on moving-camera setups; the dolly grip coordinates with the camera operator.

Example sentences

1. The dolly grip slowed the platform as the actor stopped beside the table.

   The camera movement follows the timing of the performance.

2. Our dolly grip rehearsed the curved move before the lights were ready.

   The practice checks a difficult path before filming starts.

Common collocations

• experienced dolly grip
• dolly grip and camera operator

Related terms

• gripA crew member who sets up and moves rigging and support equipment for cameras and lighting on a film set.
• tracking shotA shot in which the camera itself moves through space, for example on rails, a dolly, a vehicle or a stabiliser, usually following a character.

More terms: Film Crew and Roles

• director
• producer
• cast
• crew
• cinematographer
• screenwriter
• lead role
• supporting role
• assistant director
• production designer
• film editor
• location manager