ESTHER
FLATTERS
CERTIFIED INTIMACY COORDINATOR FOR FILM AND TV
WHAT IS AN INTIMACY COORDINATOR?
“An intimacy coordinator (IC) is an advocate, a liaison between actors and production, a movement coach/ choreographer in regards to nudity, simulated sex and other intimate, hyper-exposed scenes.”
- SAG-AFTRA Standards & Protocols
WHO IS ESTHER FLATTERS?
Esther Flatters (she/her) is a certified intimacy coordinator (IC) based in the UK. Esther is passionate about creating safer sets for actors and crew members, championing non-violent communication methods and healthy consent based practices.
INTIMACY COORDINATION 101
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What an IC does...
Core Duties
Open Communication – Facilitating discourse between the director and actors to ensure comfort and consent in scenes involving intimate content.
Authentic Choreography – Collaborating with actors and directors to create realistic, and well-executed intimacy choreography.
Safe Environment – Establishing a safe, respectful, and professional environment that enables actors to perform with confidence.
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Importance of the role...
On-set | Prep
Boundary Protection – Monitoring scenes to uphold actors’ personal boundaries, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being throughout the filming process.
Industry Compliance – Ensuring compliance with industry standards, including closed set protocols and current guidelines for nudity and simulated sex scenes.
Inclusive Advocacy – Serving as an on-set advocate for LGBTQIA+ performers, fostering an inclusive and supportive workspace.
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Hiring a certified IC...
Industry Professional
Expert Competence – Working with a certified intimacy professional is imperative as a SAG-AFTRA accredited IC has completed intensive combined lectures, experiential exercises, and in-person choreography training.
Industry Accreditation – The gold star standard of training from IPA is the world leader for high-end intimacy work.
High Risk Content – IC’s can sensitively assist with choreographing simulated sex and simulated sexual assault scenes if required, helping to mitigate legal issues and ensure the professional conduct of any film set.
