Who is the head of the electrical department on a film set?

• A. Gaffer
• B. Group Walla
• C. Grip
• D. Head pop

Answer: (A)

The person in charge of lighting and power on a film set is the gaffer. The gaffer is the chief lighting technician, responsible for designing the lighting plan, selecting instruments, and physically setting up and adjusting the lights to achieve the desired look. They also oversee power distribution and safety on set, working closely with the director of photography to realize the visual vision. The gaffer typically supervises the electricians, with a Best Boy Electric assisting. The other roles listed belong to different areas of the crew—grips handle rigging and camera support, Group Walla refers to background voices in sound, and a head pop isn’t a standard film crew role.