Stunt Performer

Stunt performers undertake dangerous acts in order to entertain, including replacing film actors in dangerous scenes, performing with the greatest visual impact and the smallest safety risk.

Stunt performers may perform the following tasks:

• jump from high buildings
• drive cars and motorcycles at fast speeds and crash vehicles
• enter flaming buildings or set themselves on fire (using safety procedures)
• perform stunts on horses, boats, trucks and water skis
• check scripts in regard to safety aspects and provide safety reports
• oversee performers on set and provide advice or help with safety.

Stunt performers carry out acts that look spectacular or appear dangerous, using timing and props to minimise risks. It takes experience and a lot of time to work out a logical procedure for executing stunt work.

Stunt work can be physically demanding and may require a lot of time spent underwater or underground. Hours can be long and varied (particularly for film work), and early starts and late finishes are common.

Personal Requirements:

• quick reflexes and flexibility
• good eyesight (may be corrected)
• a sense of timing
• physically fit
• responsible attitude towards safety.

Related Jobs:

• Actor
• Entertainer

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