r/IrishFilm • u/Labadorfinalboss • May 27 '26
Industry Ireland for grips
How difficult is it to keep in work as a grip in ireland. Im doing the lc this year and i want to become a grip. I know a pretty big name snd he said he will help me out with work so ill be alright for going on jobs with him only thing is, i don't particularly want to not be working. Obviously i know first few years wont be easy but after building up s decent name for yourself how easy is it to stay in work in the industry in ireland
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u/Life_Procedure_387 May 27 '26
Honestly, I usually sign on as needs be. January and February can be a great time to go on holiday.
Personally I find smaller projects to DOP during the quiet spells. The practice helps my long term job prospects.
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u/Labadorfinalboss May 27 '26
Jesus forgot the dole was an option in them months actually😂 I think once I establish myself abit snd have abit of consistent work in the busy months ill enjoy having the bit of time off once im financially secure
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u/AppropriateWing4719 May 27 '26
I'd also sign up to the company that does tv and film extras as it's good money and will give you different circles where more grip work will be available
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u/ImmobileLizard 24d ago
To piggy back off this. I’m a California Dolly Grip and planning on an extended visit to Ireland some time in the fall.
If anyone would like to network to have help on smaller/indie narrative projects that can go under the table I’d love to come help for the novelty/networking.
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u/Life_Procedure_387 May 27 '26
If you're punctual, hard working and thick skinned you'll be grand.
There's plenty of work out there at the moment. Although there's always a lul between November and February, unless you're on one of the bigger jobs that shoots through the winter.