Responsible for transporting cast, crew or equipment to and from set.
What does working in this department look like?
A driver on a production crew is an essential part of the team. Drivers transport cast or crew, either to and from the set, or between different shooting locations throughout the day.
What jobs are available?
- Transportation Coordinator
- Driver Captain
- Co-Captain
- Tractor Trailer (Prod. Van)
- Special Equipment Driver
- Camera Car Driver
- Catering Vehicle Operator – Cook
- Asst. Catering Vehicle Operator – Cook
- Bus Driver (Class #2)
- Set Decorator Driver
- Construction Driver
- Mini Bus Driver (Class #4)
- Truck Driver – Over 1 Ton
- Fork Lift Driver
- Car Chauffeur and/or Econoline Truck Driver
- Stunt and/or Blind Driver
- Auto Service (other than Auto Mechanic)
- Automotive Mechanic
- Automotive Wrangler / Picture Car Coordinator
- Dispatcher
- Head Wrangler
- Wrangler
- Wrangler (Pick Up)
- Wrangler (Braider)
- Trainers (Domestic Livestock)
- Trainers (Stable)
- Wild Animal Trainers
- Wild Animal Handlers
- Dog TrainerDog Handler
- Swamper
- Marine Coordinator
- Boat Operator
- Safety Diver
- Security Captain
- Security Personnel
Skills needed
- Appropriate licensing and certification for the Transportation Department.
- Verifiable work history.
- Good driving record.
- Good working knowledge of the Lower Mainland.
Experience
- Previous work experience as a driver on a film or television production.
Many job roles in the motion picture industry are represented by a union or guild.
If you see a logo below, the role may be covered by a union or guild. Please consult those organizations to understand the requirements (such as certification, licensing or work experience) to join as a member.
