Grip

How it is used

Used on set for technicians handling stands, rigs, dollies, flags, and other support gear that shapes shots safely.

Example sentences

1. The grip added a flag beside the window to cut the reflection before the close-up was filmed.

   Here the term refers to the crew member controlling support and light-shaping equipment, not the electric lighting department.

2. Ask the grip to secure the dolly track again, because the camera shook during the second rehearsal.

   In this example, the grip is responsible for stabilizing physical camera support so movement shots remain smooth and safe.

Common collocations

• key grip
• grip equipment
• grip truck

Related terms

• lightingThe use and arrangement of light sources on set to show the action clearly and to create the mood and look of a scene.
• gafferThe head of the electrical and lighting crew on a film set, who carries out the cinematographer's lighting plan.

More terms: Lighting

• key light
• three-point lighting
• low-key lighting
• best boy
• electrician
• practical light
• gel