Professional Resume Template for
Stunt Coordinator
Travis J. Sterling
Los Angeles, CA
(310) 555-0187
travis.sterling@email.com
linkedin.com/in/travis-sterling | travissterlingstunts.com
Professional Summary
Methodical Stunt Coordinator with a 6-year history of planning, choreographing, and executing high-risk action sequences for television and feature film productions. Expertise includes stunt rigging design, on-set safety management, script breakdown, budget forecasting, and actor training. Successfully managed stunt budgets up to $850K, designed 40+ complex aerial rigging setups with zero safety incidents, and reduced rehearsal setup times by 28% using digital pre-visualization tools. Proficient in SAG-AFTRA safety bulletins, OSHA standards, ScriptE, Shot Lister, and Frame.io to ensure seamless, compliant action design.
Work Experience
Stunt Coordinator — Starlight Action Productions
Los Angeles, CA | January 2024 – Present
- Choreographed and coordinated 15 high-intensity action sequences for prime-time television episodes, managing a crew of 25 stunt performers and background actors with zero safety infractions.
- Supervised the design and installation of 30+ complex wire-marking and aerial stunt rigging systems, utilizing Frame.io for pre-visualization reviews which reduced physical setup times by 24%.
- Managed stunt production budgets totaling $850,000 annually, negotiating rates for stunt doubles and specialized equipment rentals to reduce overall department expenditures by 15%.
- Conducted daily safety briefings and pre-stunt inspections of all safety equipment and protective gear for 60+ shoot days, maintaining full compliance with SAG-AFTRA and OSHA standards.
Assistant Stunt Coordinator — Vanguard Action Services
Los Angeles, CA | June 2020 – December 2023
- Assisted in choreographing stunt fights and vehicle chase sequences for 6 independent feature films, training 12 lead actors in basic swordplay, martial arts, and precision falls.
- Authored comprehensive hazard assessment reports and action plan safety documentation for 45 individual stunt sequences, reducing pre-production planning delays by 32%.
- Maintained and audited an inventory of 200+ pieces of protective stunt equipment and rigging hardware, identifying and replacing 15 worn items to prevent on-set equipment failures.
- Coordinated with directors and directors of photography to draft Shot Lister schedules for complex action sequences, increasing daily filming efficiency and saving 18 hours of overtime pay.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television
Chapman University · Orange, CA · 2020
Skills
Stunt choreography, Aerial rigging design, Stunt rigging systems, On-set safety management, Hazard assessment, Script breakdown, Budget forecasting, Precision driving, Martial arts, Weapon handling, SAG-AFTRA safety bulletins, OSHA compliance, Shot Lister, Frame.io, ScriptE, FileMaker Pro
Projects
Neon Shadows Action Redesign
Role: Stunt Coordinator
Tools: Shot Lister, Frame.io, Custom Rigging Systems
Managed the stunt department for a 10-episode sci-fi television series, designing 25 wire-flying sequences and reducing stunt-related shoot delays by 40%.
Apex Chase Stunt Coordination
Role: Assistant Stunt Coordinator
Tools: ScriptE, Precision Vehicles, Go Pro Teams
Coordinated the safety layouts and timing for a multi-vehicle highway chase scene, training 5 stunt drivers and completing the sequence 2 hours ahead of schedule.
Certifications
- SAG-AFTRA Stunt Coordinator Training List Eligibility (2024)
- OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (Entertainment Safety) Certification (2021)
- IRATA Level 1 Rope Access Certification (2022)
Additional information
- Languages: English (Native), Spanish (Conversational)
- Volunteer Work: Stunt safety instructor for local film student workshops (2022-present)
- Availability: Immediate availability
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
Stunt Coordinator
Job Market Insights
$85,000
-
$175,000
Avg:
$120,000
Growth Outlook:
The employment of directors, producers, and specialized on-set coordinators, including Stunt Coordinators, is projected to grow by 5% from 2024 to 2034, which is faster than the average for all occupations. This growth is driven by the steady expansion of streaming platforms and the global demand for high-quality action content. As productions require increasingly complex visual and physical sequences, the need for qualified coordinators who can manage complex rigging setups while enforcing strict SAG-AFTRA and OSHA safety protocols will remain essential to minimize liability.
5% growth over 10 years (BLS)
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