Daniel Gardiner
Daniel Gardiner


Region: East
County: Hertfordshire
Local Authority: Three Rivers District Council
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Crew Listing


Description

I am an emerging lighting trainee with a strong technical background built through professional portrait and commercial photography. I have extensive hands-on experience working with lighting in fast-paced environments, including shaping, controlling and balancing light, working with colour temperature, and managing equipment safely and efficiently. I am physically fit, comfortable lifting and moving heavy kit, and confident working long days on set.

I am reliable, calm under pressure, quick to learn, and able to follow instruction accurately. I have a full understanding of set etiquette, a strong eye for detail, and a genuine commitment to developing within the lighting department. I am based in Watford with easy access to London studios such as Leavesden, Elstree and Pinewood, and I am fully available for trainee, floor or lighting assistant roles. I am also open to opportunities across the wider UK.

My goal is to progress into a full-time spark position and build a long-term career in film and HETV lighting.


Special Interests

I have a strong interest in lighting for film, both practical and creative, and enjoy developing my technical understanding of modern LED systems, rigging, power distribution and on-set workflows. I also have a background in portrait lighting, creative direction and technical problem solving, which I bring into my work on set. I am particularly interested in working on HETV, feature films and large-scale productions where I can learn from experienced gaffers and sparks.

Credits

  • CAMERA, LIGHTING & RIGGING - Electrician
  • 2025: New Entrant

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