Stunt Performers

There are few means of gaining experience as a stunt performer prior to actual employment. Involvement in high school or college athletics is helpful, as is acting experience in a school or local theater. As an intern or extra for a film production, there may be opportunities to see stunt people at work. Theme parks and circuses also make much use of stunt performers; some of these places allow visitors to meet the performers after shows. Finally, read SAG-AFTRA magazine (https://www.sagaftra.org/membership-benefits/sag-aftra-magazine) to learn more about the film and television industries and union membership.