best boy

/ˈbɛstˌbɔɪ/ · noun

Meaning

(film production) The first assistant to either the key grip (in charge of camera placement and movement) or the gaffer (in charge of lighting and electrics).

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Related words

gaffer(English)grip(English)cameraman(English)camera worker(English)bellboy(English)assistant stage manager(English)callboy(English)focus puller(English)

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Sources

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