Clapper Loader (2nd AC)

The Clapper Loader (2nd AC — 2nd Assistant Camera) is the junior operational role in the Camera team. Slates each take, manages camera media, marks actor positions, runs camera reports.

What the role does

• Slates each take — the clapperboard with scene + take + roll info
• Loads + manages camera media (cards on digital, mags on film)
• Marks actors — placing marks on the floor for blocking continuity
• Maintains camera reports — every take logged with technical metadata
• Coordinates with Digital Imaging Technician (DIT) on media handoff

Position

Reports to Focus Puller (1st AC). Supervises Camera Trainee.

Career progression

Path: Camera Trainee → Clapper Loader → Focus Puller (1st AC) → Camera Operator → Director of Photography (DoP / DP).

Related guild / professional body

• GBCT + ISC