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Lighting & Grip Services

Professional gaffers, grip teams, and cutting-edge lighting equipment bringing cinematic vision to life in Iceland.

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Here is how this works in practice. Masterful lighting transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary visual narratives. Our lighting and grip services unite Iceland's most skilled gaffers, best boys, and grip teams with top-spec gear to create the perfect lighting for your production. From subtle natural light boost to dramatic cinematic setups, we craft lighting designs that elevate storytelling and capture the essence of each scene.

Here is the short of it. Our gaffers bring decades of experience across feature films, commercials, television series, and digital work. We excel in both tech precision and creative artistry, working seamlessly with directors of photography to achieve the desired aesthetic. Whether using advanced LED technology, traditional tungsten fixtures, powerful HMI lights, or innovative lighting solutions, we deliver steady excellence in any environment.

Masterful lighting transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary visual narratives. Our lighting and grip services unite Iceland's most skilled gaffers, best boys, and grip teams with state-of-the-art equipment to create the perfect illumination for your production. From subtle natural light enhancement to dramatic cinematic setups, we craft lighting designs that elevate storytelling and capture the essence of every scene.

Our gaffers bring decades of experience across feature films, commercials, television series, and digital content. We excel in both technical precision and creative artistry, working seamlessly with directors of photography to achieve the desired aesthetic. Whether utilizing advanced LED technology, traditional tungsten fixtures, powerful HMI lights, or innovative lighting solutions, we deliver consistent excellence in any environment.

Service Highlights

Creative Vision

Pro gaffers who know light as a storytelling tool, creating mood and atmosphere.

Technical Mastery

Skilled teams proficient in all lighting systems from LED to HMI, tungsten to specialty fixtures.

Complete Solutions

Full-service grip departments with rigging, power distribution, and safety management.

How We Work With You

Our lighting and grip process ensures seamless collaboration from technical survey through wrap. We provide complete solutions including equipment, skilled crews, and on-set support so you can focus on capturing the perfect shot.

01

Technical Survey

We check your location's power capacity, rigging needs, and lighting challenges to design the optimal setup.

02

Equipment & Crew

We assemble the lighting and grip package with skilled gaffers and grips matched to your production needs.

03

Setup & Execution

We rig, power, and position all lighting kit following your DP's vision and safety protocols.

04

Support & Wrap

We give on-set adjustments across production and handle complete breakdown and gear return.

Our Technical Capabilities

We provide cinema-quality lighting and grip equipment with experienced crews. Our inventory includes the latest LED technology, traditional film lighting, professional grip hardware, and complete power solutions for productions of any scale.

Our Lighting Equipment

  • • ARRI SkyPanel LED systems (S30, S60, S120)
  • • HMI fixtures: ARRI M-Series daylight units
  • • Aputure & Kino Flo LED arrays
  • • Traditional tungsten & specialty effects

Our Grip Equipment

  • • Complete C-stand, flag, and diffusion kits
  • • Dolly tracks and camera movement systems
  • • Rigging hardware and safety equipment
  • • Overhead grids and truss systems

Our Power Solutions

  • • Portable generators (10kW to 200kW+)
  • • Distribution boxes and cable runs
  • • Location power tie-ins and assessment
  • • Backup power and battery systems

Why Us

Why Choose Our Lighting & Grip Services

01.

Expert Gaffers

Industry-top pros with global credits and creative excellence.

02.

Latest Technology

Cutting-edge LED systems and energy-efficient solutions for modern production.

03.

Safety First

Tight safety protocols and certified rigging teams for secure operations.

04.

Complete Packages

Full lighting trucks with power packs, grip kit, and tech support.

On Location

Lighting and Grip Services Across Iceland

Here is how this works in practice. Lighting a production in Iceland needs a way that works in harmony with the country's top natural light — the midnight sun of summer, the low golden horizon of winter, and the dramatic cloud cover that transforms exterior scenes from one hour to the next. Our Gaffer & Lighting Team operates across the country, from studio spaces in downtown Reykjavík to remote exterior locations along the South Coast and on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, designing rigs that integrate with or complement ready ambient conditions.

Here is the short of it. The Gaffer & Lighting Team manages pre-production tech surveys, recommending LED Lighting Systems or HMI configurations based on location constraints and the director's visual brief. For shoots at remote sites — geothermal valleys, highland interiors, coastal cliffs near Vík. Portable Power Options from our power packs fleet make sure steady power delivery where no mains supply exists. Grip Services give the dollies, track, and rigging hardware needed for controlled camera moves on uneven volcanic terrain. All packages are assembled, transported, and struck by our crew, minimising turnaround time between setups.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What lighting systems do your gaffers have experience with?

Here is the breakdown. Our gaffers are proficient in all pro lighting systems including ARRI SkyPanel LED fixtures, HMI daylight units (M-Series), Aputure LED arrays, Kino Flo fluorescent and LED systems, traditional tungsten fixtures, and specialty lighting for effects. We work with both modern energy-efficient LED technology and classic film lighting techniques.

Can you provide power solutions for remote locations?

Here is what that looks like on the ground. Yes, we give complete portable power solutions including power packs ranging from 10kW for small crews to 200kW+ for large-scale shoots. Our services have power distribution systems, cable management, location power assessment, and tie-ins. We make sure reliable power delivery for any filming environment.

What grip equipment and rigging services do you offer?

We give full grip departments with C-stands, flags, diffusion materials, dolly tracks, camera movement systems, and all standard grip hardware. Our rigging teams handle overhead grids, truss systems, and safety gear. We deliver complete grip trucks with skilled key grips and dolly grips.

Do you handle both interior and exterior lighting setups?

Here is how the picture comes together. Fully. We give lighting solutions for all environments: intimate interior scenes, large-scale night exteriors, natural light control, green screen lighting, dive shooting, and aerial lighting. Our teams excel in both controlled studio environments and challenging location work across Iceland.

On Set

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