Special Effects (SFX)
Pyrotechnicianin the UAE
Designs and fires licensed explosives, fireballs and pyrotechnic effects safely on set.
Pyrotechnician profiles
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Pyrotechnician by location
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- Pyrotechnician in Ras Al Khaimah
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- Pyrotechnician in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
- Pyrotechnician in Khor Fakkan, Sharjah
- Pyrotechnician in Kalba, Sharjah
- Pyrotechnician in Dibba, Fujairah
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Questions producers ask
- What does a pyrotechnician do?
- Designs and fires licensed explosives, fireballs and pyrotechnic effects safely on set.
- How do I hire a pyrotechnician in the UAE?
- Browse the Pyrotechnician profiles on Artists Collective, check credits, showreels and availability, then send an enquiry from the profile. References checked on a profile means staff have confirmed their credits with at least 3 industry references. If you need a full special effects (sfx) team, list the roles in one enquiry.
- What else is a pyrotechnician called?
- Depending on the production and country, the role is also known as pyro technician, pyrotechnics supervisor, explosives technician, pyro, pyro tech, firework operator, shotfirer.
- Which department does a pyrotechnician work in?
- Pyrotechnician sits in the Special Effects (SFX) department. The special effects department creates practical, in-camera effects such as rain, wind, smoke, fire, explosions and mechanical rigs, safely and repeatably.
- Can I bring a pyrotechnician from abroad for a UAE shoot?
- Yes. International crew normally work in the UAE through a local production service company that arranges entry, permits and insurance. Besttter lists crew who are available to travel.