How to Schedule and Document an Intimacy Coordinator and Closed Set Protocols on a Film Call Sheet

Scheduling simulated intimacy, nudity, or hyper-exposed scenes requires rigorous advance coordination. When an intimacy coordinator (IC) joins your production, their presence must be systematically documented on the daily call sheet to set expectations, establish clear department boundaries, and protect performer safety before cameras roll.

1. Structure Intimacy Coordinator Pre-Calls and Performer Touch-Ups

Never bring your intimacy coordinator in at general crew call. An IC requires dedicated pre-call windows to sync with the wardrobe department on modesty garments, barriers, and tape. They also need a private pre-shoot check-in with talent inside dressing rooms before blocking begins. On your call sheet schedule block, list the IC alongside key department heads with a 30 to 45 minute pre-call ahead of camera rehearsal.

2. Explicitly Define Closed Set Boundaries and Monitor Lockouts

Vague call sheet notes like "sensitive scenes today" create confusion. Instead, explicitly state which scenes and page counts fall under closed set rules. In the general notes section, detail strict monitor lockouts: wireless video feeds must be killed to video village, client monitors powered down, and physical access restricted strictly to essential personnel approved by the 1st AD and IC (typically director, DP, sound mixer, boom op, script supervisor, and designated IC). Note walkie-talkie protocol changes and remind all non-essential crew to remain outside the soundstage or location perimeter.

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3. Detail Mandatory Safety and Consent Briefings in the Day Schedule

Just like scheduling a tailboard safety meeting for stunts or prop firearms, your call sheet should budget a dedicated 5 to 10 minute closed-set briefing right before rolling. This ensures grips, electrics, and camera operators understand eye lines, modesty robe protocols, and immediate "cut" cues from the IC or performer. Document this briefing as a distinct line item on your shooting schedule strip, guaranteeing the 1st AD does not lose this window when the morning schedule compresses.

4. Verify Essential Crew Confirmations Before Morning Roll

When executing sensitive scenes, you cannot afford missing crew or confusion over who is cleared to step on set. Traditional Excel sheets require chasing crew replies late into the night. Unlike complex enterprise software suites like StudioBinder, which require extensive onboarding and account setups for crew, focused tools keep crew management effortless.

Using Easy Call Sheets, crew members confirm or decline attendance with a single tap, requiring no password or app install. Production coordinators get live confirmation dashboards, instant SMS notifications, and clean PDF exports. Start on the free plan for unlimited productions or upgrade to Pro at $29 per month for unlimited email distribution and live crew tracking.