Gaffering | The Underwater Lighting Company

Meet Our Underwater Gaffer

Aaron Keating started his career as an electrician at the age of 19 being granted an apprenticeship at LEE Lighting. After serving his time as an apprentice, he started on ‘Thomas The Tank Engine’ and very quickly progressed to working on large-scale productions, including the iconic ‘Harry Potter’ film franchise starting with ‘The Prisoner of Azkaban’, alongside many other blockbuster movies.

In 2011, being an avid diver and lover of all things water based Aaron’s dual passion for diving and film lighting converged. After obtaining his HSE class 4 Comercial qualifications in South Africa, he became involved in the underwater scenes for ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.’ This marked the beginning of his career in underwater lighting, a path that has seen him contribute to over 20 hit films. Heading up and running under water electrical teams on many notable projects including ‘Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation,’ ‘James Bond: No Time to Die,’ and ‘Indiana Jones: The Dial of Destiny,’ and the like.

Qualifications

Our Underwater Gaffers and Technicians have extensive experience and hold a minimum of HSE Class 4 Commercial Diving qualification, complemented by full City & Guilds electrical certification. They are experienced in collaborating with Directors, lighting teams, fellow gaffers, and electrical crews to deliver the results you want.

Films We’ve Worked On

Reviews

It is always a pleasure for us at WB Set Lighting to work with The Underwater Lighting Company, We have known Aaron for many years and he always offers a bespoke and efficient service

Sandra, Warner Bros

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Underwater Gaffer?

An Underwater Gaffer is a highly skilled professional responsible for the critical task of managing and ensuring the proper functioning of underwater lighting equipment on film, TV, and commercial projects. They possess expertise in not only underwater lighting but also the technical aspects of electrical systems, making them an integral part of any production involving submerged scenes.

What types of projects do you work on?

Our experienced team of Underwater Gaffers collaborates on a wide range of projects, including feature films, TV shows, commercials, and other media productions. We are equipped to handle all aspects of underwater lighting, from dramatic underwater scenes to studio settings, ensuring the perfect ambiance and illumination for each project.

What specialised equipment do you use?

We utilise cutting-edge, specialised underwater lighting equipment designed to meet the unique challenges of underwater filming. Our inventory includes a variety of lighting fixtures, control systems, and power management solutions, all tailored to provide exceptional results in submerged environments. Our equipment ensures the highest quality lighting for your project.

Can you assist in hiring other underwater staff?

Yes, we have an extensive network of industry contacts who are more than willing to collaborate with us. Whether you require additional underwater crew members, divers, or other specialists, we can connect you with the right professionals to ensure the success of your project. We are committed to providing comprehensive solutions for all your underwater filming needs.

Contact Us

Our team of experts are ready to assist you with professional underwater and studio lighting solutions, tailored to your specific requirements. Please get in touch for more information.