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Meet Vaibhav Arora, The Hollywood Gaffer With Whom Top Directors And Producers Can’t Wait To Work

In the magical world of cinema lies an endless expanse of larger-than-life possibilities and recognition. While the world is normally drawn to the external facades of the glitz and glam, the inner side is laced with a lot of hard work, grit, determination, and creativity. Being in the movies is like being in a different realm altogether, and it wouldn’t at all be an exaggeration to say that. When the directors direct a film and it is out there playing on the silver screen, more often than not, the tendency to overlook the creative long haul is pretty commonplace.

Besides the director, the writer, and the actors, there are a host of other technicians whose uphill battle with the nitty-gritty of filmmaking brings the film to life, and one such artisan is the gaffer. He is one such unsung hero whose contributions are vital to bringing the most abstract creative visions into tangible, breathtaking visuals.

Well, you see, a gaffer is responsible for the execution and design of a film or television production’s lighting plan. While it is a role that operates behind the scenes, it holds immense significance in shaping the mood, tone, and overall aesthetic of a project. The name that’s causing ripples in this technical realm is Vaibhav Arora, a master craftsman whose expertise in lighting has elevated numerous projects to cinematic brilliance.

Arora’s journey to the tinseltown began from roots in Delhi, India, to his current base in Los Angeles, California, and no, it wasn’t accidental. It was the result of his curriculum at the Asian Academy of Film & Television and The Los Angeles Film School, which endowed him with a knack for storytelling through lighting. Not to forget Vaibhav’s multiple degrees in cinematography and his keen interest in the topic, which have been catalysts toward his end goal, making him one of the most sought-after gaffers for the top-tier directors, producers, and cinematographers.

Besides working on myriad projects ranging from independent films and commercials to big-budget productions, Arora’s portfolio is impressive. In the year 2021, he started working as a gaffer at Dhar Mann Studios (Changing Lives Productions) and has been part of over 100 short films, gathering billions of views a month. He has been part of successful independent Hollywood projects like Torn Plaid, My Name is Sasha, Denial State, and The Bandit Teacher, as well as commercial work such as the Vodafone PSA and music videos like Ki Karaan.

Arora was a Jury for Festival Internacional de Cine de Xilitla (Xilitla Film Fest) 2024. In November 2024, Arora hosted a masterclass and workshop at the University of Tijuana, Los Cabos, Mexico, which provided invaluable insights into the latest innovations in digital content creation, lighting, and cinematography.

Manoj L

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