What does an Intimacy Coordinator do?
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An Intimacy Coordinator is a liaison between the director, actor and production company ensuring that scenes with intimacy rehearse and film effortlessly.
This includes:
· Discuss with the director what he/she envisions in each intimate scene, so everyone is on the same creative page. Including kink, BDSM, sexual assault. Have plan B and C.
· Clearly communicate with each actor involved any concerns they may have with nudity or simulated sex scenes. Explain rules and closed set.
· Be an advocate for the actor and an emotional support person.
· Make sure SAG-AFTRA nudity guidelines are followed with a closed set. Masking.
· Be an advocate for the LGBTQAI+ cast.
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· Create a safe environment and choreograph authentic simulated sex scenes so everyone knows exactly what to expect and actors can perform better knowing the boundaries. No surprises and a good experience.
· Work with Costumes and Makeup to help with nudity garments and prosthetics.
· Negotiate nudity/simulated sex riders
· View the monitor during each scene and provide any support the director or actors may need.
· A debriefing after shooting to checking with everyone involved to see if they are ok.
· Deal with background actors.