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Lake Erie College

Head Coach, STUNT

Painesville, OH · On-site

Acts as a visible person to represent the College in a positive manner and to heighten the awareness of the institution to all of its constituents. * Assists in all phases of coaching for STUNT.

Sourcewell

Football Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

$1.3K - $1.5K/wk

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Sourcewell

Football Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

$1.3K - $1.5K/wk

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Sourcewell

Wrestling Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Sourcewell

Wrestling Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Sourcewell

Basketball Cheer Coach

Cass Lake, MN · On-site

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Sourcewell

Basketball Cheer Coach

Staples, MN · On-site

... in-person Stunt Progression 1 course, you must complete the new combined Cheer and Dance Safety Certification course at NFHSLearn.com before allowing your athletes to stunt. Coaches who have ...

Cacheflow

Growth Marketing Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

If you're the kind of person who thinks "What if...?" and then makes it happen, you'll thrive here ... bold stunt, a brilliant partnership, or a viral campaign no one saw coming. If you're a hacker ...

Santa Cruz Warriors

Mascot (Part-Time)

Santa Cruz, CA · On-site

$50/hr

Stunt skills and/or training, preferred * An outstanding level of creativity, energy, and ... in-person auditions Wednesday, August 26th and Thursday, August 27th. Compensation * $50.00 Per ...

Swimply

Growth Marketing Manager

Los Angeles, CA

If you're the kind of person who thinks "What if...?" and then makes it happen, you'll thrive here ... bold stunt, a brilliant partnership, or a viral campaign no one saw coming. If you're a hacker ...

Swimply

Growth Marketing Manager

Los Angeles, CA

If you're the kind of person who thinks "What if...?" and then makes it happen, you'll thrive here ... bold stunt, a brilliant partnership, or a viral campaign no one saw coming. If you're a hacker ...

Swimply, Inc.

Growth Marketing Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

If you're the kind of person who thinks "What if...?" and then makes it happen, you'll thrive here ... bold stunt, a brilliant partnership, or a viral campaign no one saw coming. If you're a hacker ...

Swimply

Growth Marketing Manager

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

If you're the kind of person who thinks "What if...?" and then makes it happen, you'll thrive here ... bold stunt, a brilliant partnership, or a viral campaign no one saw coming. If you're a hacker ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for stunt person in the United States is $20.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a stunt person?

Stunt persons, also known as stunt performers or stunt doubles, are professionals who perform dangerous or physically demanding actions in movies, television shows, or live performances. Their work involves executing carefully choreographed sequences such as fight scenes, high falls, car crashes, or explosions to create exciting and realistic action while ensuring safety for themselves and others. Stunt persons often replace actors during risky scenes, and their skills require extensive training, precision, and attention to safety protocols. They collaborate closely with directors, coordinators, and special effects teams to achieve the desired effect on screen.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a stunt person?

To thrive as a Stunt Person, you need exceptional physical fitness, agility, and specialized training in disciplines like martial arts, gymnastics, or driving, often supported by relevant safety certifications such as first aid or specific stunt training courses. Familiarity with safety equipment, rigging systems, and sometimes motion capture or wire work technology is crucial. Attention to detail, quick decision-making, and strong teamwork skills help ensure both creative execution and safety on set. These abilities are vital for minimizing risk, ensuring seamless production, and delivering convincing stunts for film or television.

What safety measures are typically in place for stunt performers during high-risk scenes?

Safety is the top priority for stunt performers, and productions implement strict protocols to minimize risk. This includes detailed planning and rehearsals, use of protective gear, and presence of stunt coordinators and medical staff on set. Stunt performers often collaborate closely with directors and other crew members to ensure every aspect of a stunt is executed safely. Additionally, specialized equipment such as harnesses, airbags, and crash mats are commonly used to further reduce the chance of injury.

What is the difference between Stunt Person vs Stunt Coordinator?

AspectStunt PersonStunt Coordinator
CredentialsStunt training, safety certificationsExperience in stunt coordination, leadership skills
Work EnvironmentPerforms stunts on set, physically demandingPlans, choreographs, and supervises stunts
Industry UsageActors, stunt performers in film/TVProduction teams, stunt departments

While a Stunt Person performs physical stunts during filming, a Stunt Coordinator designs and oversees stunt sequences, ensuring safety and coordination. Both roles require stunt training and safety certifications, but their responsibilities differ significantly within the industry.

How do I get a job as a stunt person?

To become a stunt person, you should gain experience in martial arts, gymnastics, or other physical disciplines, and often complete specialized stunt training courses. Building a strong athletic background, obtaining safety certifications, and creating a stunt reel can help you get noticed by casting agents and production companies.

How much does a stunt person get paid?

Stunt persons typically earn between $150 and $500 per day, depending on experience, the complexity of the stunt, and the production budget. Experienced stunt performers with specialized skills or performing dangerous stunts can earn higher rates, sometimes exceeding $1,000 per day. Payment may also include residuals or overtime, and safety training and certifications are often required.
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Head Coach, STUNT

Painesville, OH • On-site

Lake Erie College
Education Programs Administration • 51 - 200 employees
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Key responsibilities

  • Organizes all aspects of the STUNT program, including facility, game, practice, and operational duties.

  • Serves as a recruiter for STUNT, identifying, evaluating, and organizing recruitment of potential students.

  • Assists in all phases of coaching for STUNT and supports team activities such as event setup, operations, and promoting academic success.

Job description

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
STATUS: FULL-TIME, EXEMPT, SALARIED
Lake Erie College, a small, co-educational, four-year, independent liberal arts college located in Painesville, OH, 30 miles east of Cleveland, invites applications for the full-time position of Head Coach, STUNT. Lake Erie College is an NCAA Division II program that competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Organizes, in conjunction with the director of athletics, all aspects of the program, including facility, game, practice and operational duties.

  • Serves as recruiter for the sport of STUNT, identifying and evaluating potential students with that interest and organizing their recruitment in conjunction with the Office of Admissions.

  • Acts as a visible person to represent the College in a positive manner and to heighten the awareness of the institution to all of its constituents.

  • Assists in all phases of coaching for STUNT.

  • Scouts and evaluates potential recruits.

  • Acts as an ambassador of the College and conducts oneself in a positive manner and to heighten the awareness of the institution to all its constituents.

  • Follows all institutional, NCAA, and GMAC regulations regarding STUNT and athletics in general.

  • Works closely with promotional and team fundraising efforts.

  • Makes budgetary suggestions regarding the proper operations and staffing of the areas of responsibility.

  • Helps promote visibility and awareness of the STUNT program..

  • Projects and promotes an inclusive education with the highest standards where student-athletes are empowered to lead lives of personal significance and professional success as global citizens.

  • Assists with athletes' study hall coverage and coordination.

  • Assists with all event setups and operations.

  • Creates an environment and plans for the academic success of the team.

  • Operates within the mission of the College and athletics department to ensure a full NCAA DII student-athlete experience.

  • Availability to work evenings and weekends and to travel for team practices, competition, and scouting.

  • Assists with transportation of the team in vans or buses, upon approval.

  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Qualified applicants will have the availability to work evenings and weekends, possess a valid driver's license for transportation of team in vans or bus and have the ability to travel for team practices, competition and scouting.

  • Under the NCAA Bylaw 11.1.6 Sports-Safety Training, each head coach and all other coaches who are employed full time at an institution shall maintain current certification in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillator (AED) use.

  • All members of the department of athletics are responsible for knowing and following all institutional, Conference and NCAA regulations regarding recruiting and operations of the program. If regulations are not followed and result in a violation, employees are expected to self-report the violation to the compliance office or to the director of athletics. Additionally, employees must understand that those who knowingly violate, conceal, or attempt to cover up violations of NCAA rules shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree.

  • Must have demonstrated ability to recruit prospective student-athletes.

  • Prior NCAA DII STUNT playing or coaching experience preferred.

  • Must have strong team building and management skills.

  • Growth and "doer" mindset and institutional teamwork ethic.

  • Creative, strategic, thoughtful, and has a sense of humor.

  • Must have ability to work across academic and administrative departments in a cooperative manner.

  • Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to supervise respective staff, as well as understand the student-athletes' commitment to academics, is a must.

  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and the community.

  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

  • Able to maintain strict confidentiality and professional conduct.

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