Stunt Performer Legal, Social & Cultural Technicians

Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.

Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.

Study various media sources such as broadcasts, print media, and online media in order to gather inspiration for the development of creative concepts.

Work with the crew responsible for the camera operation and movement to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.

Work with the crew responsible for the lighting setup and operation to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.

Work with the staff responsible for costumes and make up in line with their creative vision and obtain directions from them about how make-up and costumes should look.

Express emotions and ideas through movements, gestures, and actions.

Harmonise body movements in accordance to rhythm and melody, aestetic or dramatic concept, dramatic pace, etc.

Execute various physical movements concerning the technical realisation of difficult acting performances.

Study and rehearse roles from scripts; interpret, learn and memorise lines, stunts, and cues as directed.

Work closely with directors, fellow actors and playwrights to find the ideal interpretation to a role.

The various techniques and rules to safely use swords to re-enact combat scenes.

Recommended Books

2 books

The Art and Science of Sword Fighting

Joe Varady

2024

The Medieval Longsword

Dr. Guy Windsor

2020

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The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.

Recommended Books

1 book

The Dos and Don'ts of Successful Filmmaking

Patrick Winters

2021

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The different acting techniques for developing lifelike performances, such as method acting, classical acting, and Meisner technique.

Recommended Books

2 books

Seven Pillars Acting

Sonya Cooke

2026

Applied Meisner for the 21st-Century Actor

Kevin Otos, Kim Shively

2021

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The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

Perform in artistic productions of differents disciplines such as classical ballet, modern dance, contemporary dance, early dance, ethnic dance, folk dance, acrobatic dances and street dance.

Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.

Comply with specific legal regulations, e.g. install the necessary systems and provide the necessary documentation, in order to obtain the relevant license.

Manage, schedule and run rehearsals for the performance.

Perform dialogues or actions spontaneously or without preparation.

Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.

Market one's own strengths in terms of skills and knowledge.

Make sure that fighting techniques used in a performance are adapted for the purpose. Ensure the safety of the performers and the audience. Adapt fighting techniques to fit the context …

Adapt to different roles in a play, regarding the styles, ways of acting and aesthetics.

Perform together with other actors. Anticipate their moves. React to their actions.

Wear motion capture equipment while performing in order to provide multimedia artists with live material so that their animated creations resemble real movements, facial expressions, dance movements, or sports movements.

Study and practice dance moves required in artistic productions.

Practice one or several codified combat systems or traditions. Use your martial arts techniques for self-defense, self-development, performance, health, or other purposes.

Practise action sports considered to have a high level of inherent danger and involving speed, height, a high level of physical exertion, and highly specialized gear.

Decide on the content of a rehearsal. Immerse yourself in the choreographic material and other components of the work. Assemble the necessary technical and material resources and help to set …

Study lines and actions. Practise them before recording or shooting to find the best way to perform them.

Rehearse lines and acting with fellow actors to be attuned to each other.

Ride horses, and pay attention to ensuring the safety of the horse and rider, and applying proper horseback riding techniques

Ensure a safe and humane interaction with the animal avoiding factors that will negatively affect their behaviours. This includes the use of humane training aids/equipment, as well as explaining their …

Search for locations suitable for film or photo shoots.

Shoot one or several types of firearm being aware of safe handling techniques, aim of the firearm and the fire.

Consult with prop makers about the props being used.