INTIMACY COORDINATION

What is an Intimacy Coordinator?

Intimacy Coordinators (IC) are trained professionals that support performers and production when there is nudity, intimate physical touch, and simulated sex in film and television

Hiring an intimacy coordinator allows for ethical and brave storytelling

When you hire V as your IC, here’s what you can expect

In-Depth Pre-Production Support

  • Completes a thorough script analysis to identify areas of support and level of care

  • Conducts Director and Actor calls to define the intersection of boundaries and vision

  • Coordinates with various departments (e.g., Legal, Wardrobe) to ensure a smooth Shoot Day

  • Assists with language for nudity and simulated sex riders

  • Employs safe and collaborative choreography techniques so performers feel confident and in control

  • Share, establish, and maintain SAG-AFTRA best practices

Intentional Shoot Day Collaboration

  • Prepares for, establishes, and maintains Closed Set protocols

  • Provides attentive, trauma-informed support for performers and stand-ins

  • Assists with the private Director Rehearsal

  • Offers information and support during the Safety Meeting

  • Collaborates with key departments

  • Offers aftercare for actors

Training

  • Accelerator Program, Intimacy Directors and Coordinators

  • MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling earned from Walden University

  • BA in Political Science, Minors in Dance and Journalism, Certificate in Leadership Studies earned from Gonzaga University

Specialties

  • Supporting new and emerging filmmakers and performers

  • Uplifting projects for and by BIPOC artists

  • Elevated aftercare for cast and crew

  • Attentive design for marginalized communities

  • Intimacy for all bodies and all relationship structures