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The Roster

The Roster — cast, crew and creative professionals. Actors, directors, camera, grip & electric, art department, hair & makeup, sound, post, photographers, content creators, daily labour — if you work in or around the frame, put your name in. Nothing is published without your say-so: sign-ups land with our team first, and The Roster goes public once there's a real lineup to show. First wave gets founding-member billing.

I am a… (check all that apply — up to 5; hover any role for what it means)
Cast & Performers
Stunts
Directing
Producing & Production Office
Writing
Camera
Grip & Electric
Art Department
Hair & Makeup
Wardrobe
Sound
Post-Production & VFX
Locations
Content Creation
Photography
General / Support
I'll work as a local in:
Union / Guild Status
Who Does What

Film & Video Roles, Explained

Not sure what to check? Every role on The Roster, in plain English.

Cast & Performers
Actor
Performs scripted roles on camera.
Background Performer (Extra)
Appears in scenes without lines to make the world feel real.
Voice Performer
Provides voices for narration, animation, ads, and games.
Host / Presenter
Fronts videos, streams, or events, speaking directly to the audience.
Model
Poses for photo or video shoots for brands and campaigns.
Stunts
Stunt Coordinator
Designs and safely oversees all stunts and action scenes.
Stunt Performer
Performs falls, fights, and other action safely on camera.
Directing
Director
Leads the creative vision and guides performances on set.
1st Assistant Director
Runs the set day-to-day and keeps the shoot on schedule.
2nd Assistant Director
Manages cast movement, paperwork, and call sheets for the 1st AD.
Script Supervisor
Tracks continuity, timing, and script changes take by take.
Producing & Production Office
Producer
Puts the whole project together: money, people, and logistics.
Line Producer / Production Manager
Manages the budget and daily operations of a production.
Production Coordinator
Handles the paperwork, bookings, and communication that keep production running.
Casting Director
Finds and auditions performers for every role.
Writing
Screenwriter
Writes scripts for film, TV, and video.
Copywriter / Content Writer
Writes scripts and copy for ads, brand videos, and social content.
Camera
Director of Photography
Designs the look: camera, lenses, and lighting choices.
Camera Operator
Physically operates the camera during takes.
Camera Assistant (1st/2nd AC)
Pulls focus, manages lenses, media, and camera gear.
DIT / Media Manager
Backs up footage and manages colour and data on set.
Drone Operator
Flies drones for aerial footage (licensed).
Grip & Electric
Gaffer
Heads the lighting team and executes the lighting plan.
Lighting Technician (Electric)
Sets up and powers lights and cabling.
Key Grip
Heads the team handling rigging, camera support, and light shaping.
Grip
Builds and moves rigging, dollies, and stands that support camera and lighting.
Art Department
Production Designer
Designs the overall look of sets, locations, and props.
Art Director / Set Decorator
Builds out and dresses sets to match the design.
Props Master
Sources and manages every object actors handle on set.
Set Builder / Carpenter
Constructs sets and scenery.
Scenic Painter
Paints sets and surfaces to look real on camera.
Hair & Makeup
Makeup Artist
Applies makeup so performers look right on camera.
Hair Stylist
Styles hair and wigs for performers.
SFX Makeup Artist
Creates wounds, aging, prosthetics, and character effects.
Wardrobe
Costume Designer
Designs and sources what characters wear.
Wardrobe / Set Costumer
Fits, tracks, and maintains costumes during the shoot.
Sound
Production Sound Mixer
Records clean audio on set.
Boom Operator
Holds and aims the microphone to capture dialogue.
Post-Production & VFX
Editor
Assembles footage into the finished story.
Colorist
Fine-tunes the colour and final look of the picture.
Sound Editor / Mixer
Cleans, designs, and mixes the final audio.
VFX Artist
Creates digital effects and cleanup after the shoot.
Motion Graphics Designer
Creates animated titles, graphics, and explainer visuals.
Locations
Location Manager / Scout
Finds filming locations and manages permits and logistics.
Content Creation
Videographer (One-Person Crew)
Shoots and edits complete videos solo for brands and events.
Content Creator / Influencer
Makes social-first content, on camera or behind it, often for brands.
Podcast Producer
Records, edits, and produces podcast audio and video.
Photography
Photographer
Shoots stills: portraits, products, events, and behind-the-scenes.
General / Support
Production Assistant
Entry-level, do-anything role supporting any department on set.
General Labour / Daily
Helps with load-ins, moves, builds, and set strikes.
Craft Services / Catering
Keeps cast and crew fed and watered.
Driver / Transport
Moves people, vehicles, and equipment for production.
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