This department manages and performs any stunt work required by the production. Information about Performers is found here.
What does working in this department look like?
Stunt work involes a performance which would be considered dangerous if not performed by a Performer with such special training. Coordinators hire and supervise the Performers to coordinate the stunt work, under the Producer’s discretion.
What jobs are available?
- Stunt Performer
- Stunt Coordinator
- Associate Stunt Coordinator
- Stunt Actor
- Stunt and/or Blind Driver
Skills needed
- Excellent physical fitness and an aptitude for sports and martial arts skills.
- Stage combat and acting training are valuable.
Experience
- Previous stunt experience in film and/or TV.
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