Actor Overview & Pre-Meeting Notes for Scenes with Intimacy

What is Intimacy Direction?

Intimacy direction supports storytelling in moments involving sensual interactions, simulated sex acts, hyper-exposed work, and nudity by ensuring the work is:

• Clear in intention

• Repeatable and safe

• Built with your consent

• Sustainable over time

It brings structure to this work so you can focus on performance without navigating boundaries in the moment.

What You Can Expect

• A professional, harassment-free working environment

• Clear, step-by-step building of any intimate material

• A process that prioritizes your safety while supporting the story

How the Work Happens

We begin by identifying the purpose of contact in the scene.

From there, the work may be built in different ways depending on the production:

• Structured and set step-by-step

• Developed collaboratively within clear boundaries

Regardless of approach, all work is:

• Clearly staged

• Consent-based

• Repeatable for performance

Working Together

Openness
Come into the room with curiosity, presence, and a willingness to engage.

Context
The rehearsal room is a workplace. Physical contact exists within the context of the work, not outside of it.

Disclosure
You are encouraged to communicate your boundaries clearly. You are not required to explain or justify them.

Empowerment
You have agency in your participation. Your boundaries shape the work.

Enthusiastic Consent
If it’s not a clear yes, it’s a no. Consent is ongoing and can be withdrawn at any time.

Before We Meet

Ahead of our meeting, here are a few things you might consider.

• Do you have a preferred way of approaching this kind of work?

• Are there any boundaries or considerations you already know you’d like to communicate?

• Do you have any questions or concerns about the material?

• Do you have any questions about the process?

Our First Conversation

Our initial call is a chance to get to know each other and talk through the work in a clear and supported way.

We’ll cover:

• The context of the scenes

• Your preferences and boundaries

• Any questions or concerns you may have