Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Intimacy Professional?

An Intimacy Coordinator/Director is a movement coach whose main responsibility is to ensure a safe and respectful environment for actors during scenes that involve nudity, simulated sex, or other intimate content, all while aligning with the director’s artistic goals.
Beyond safeguarding the well-being of actors, IPs collaborate closely with the entire production team. This teamwork fosters trust, emphasizes emotional safety, and supports the creation of powerful, respectful on-screen moments.

What are the benefits of hiring an Intimacy professional?

Actors
Intimacy Coordinators prioritize the safety and well-being of actors by addressing consent, personal boundaries, and bodily autonomy. They advocate for respectful and inclusive portrayals and they offer emotional support, especially when scenes may evoke trauma or strong emotional responses.

Power Dynamics & Mediation
ICs serve as a bridge between actors and the production team, aligning the director’s creative intentions with the comfort levels of performers. They help manage power imbalances by fostering open, honest communication, ensuring everyone feels empowered to express a clear “no.”

Production Efficiency
With clear communication and thorough preparation, performers know what to expect. This reduces on-set confusion and helps the production stay on schedule.

Consent & Communication
They establish and uphold clear lines of communication among cast members, offering ongoing support to performers and helping preserve established boundaries throughout the filming process.

Nudity Riders & Protocols
ICs enforce relevant protocols such as closed sets, nudity agreements, and modesty garments—adapting each element to the unique requirements of the production.

Choreography & Performance quality
ICs assist in choreographing intimate scenes, ensuring that the blocking aligns with the director’s creative goals while providing a supportive framework for the actors. When actors feel safe and supported, they can fully immerse themselves in their roles. This comfort enhances authenticity and depth in performances.

Cross-Department Coordination
ICs liaise with all departments involved in the filming of intimate scenes, ensuring seamless collaboration and contributing to an efficient and respectful working environment