The Chain of Command

The chain of command on a film set dictates who reports to who, and what positions should be consistently in communication with one another. Larger budget sets require more crew members, which creates a chain of command in each department. It's important that everyone knows the chain of command because if there are any problems, the proper people must be informed, which isn't always the director or producer. Usually, those lead positions are busy with other things, and the problem should be addressed to the head of the department. Also with the chain of command, it ensures that positions like the director of photography and the head audio engineer are always in communication with one another, which is vital for making sure everyone is on the same page, and production goes smoothly.