Seamless intimacy coordination for productions that demand bold storytelling.
STRUCTURED, EFFICIENT AND TAILORED:
RISK-AWARE PROCESSES THAT LET EVERY SCENE STAY STORY-LED.
CINDY AMBRIDGE
CERTIFIED INTIMACY COORDINATOR/DIRECTOR
Psychologically informed practitioner
Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology major)
Bachelor of Creative Industries with honours (dance)
Bachelor of Education with distinction (secondary) |
200 YTT yoga teacher | Mental Health First Aider (USA and AUS)
Certificate IV Trainer and Assessors
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CONTENT NOTE: scene of non consensual touch
So you’re ready to tell your story …
Why work with me?
I am an internationally certified Intimacy Coordinator whose practice is built on experience and extensive professional development exceeding certification requirements. I bring a structured risk-reduction psychologically informed approach grounded in a professional background in dance, education, and wellbeing.
I synthesise best-practices from multiple major industry bodies to provide meticulous documentation, currency and compliance.
You get nuanced, adaptable, industry-aligned processes that meet both intimate storytelling with evidenced based risk reduction processes.
Cindy - pure professionalism and an overwhelming amount of support and enthusiasm. She was a seamless addition to our set. Her direction to all parties was clear, considered, and calm.
Producer | Dead Heat Music
Music video Heaven
From make out sessions to handling the tiniest of little humans ... I've got the touchy feely stuff sorted!
Advise
Clarity, compliance, and risk-aware preparation from the outset
No guesswork. Clear, industry-aligned processes that reduce risk and keep productions running efficiently and compliantly.
✔ Detailed script analysis
✔ Scene-specific risk management
✔ Evidence-based protocols supporting physical and psychological considerations on set
✔ Clear, comprehensive documentation supporting workplace health and safety and psychosocial responsibilities.
Collaborate
A trusted bridge between creative vision and performer boundaries.
Creative intent is honoured through collaboration with directors and other HODs. Open communication to support professional working environment across departments.
✔ Aligning director vision with clearly articulated performer consent
✔ Collaboration with costume on modesty garments and coverage
✔ Coordination with the AD team on closed-set protocols
✔ Liaison with prosthetics, DP, makeup, and set/prop departments as required
Support
Reliable support, flexible approach
Creating impactful unforgettable story telling.
✔ Movement and intimacy choreography (when requested)
✔ Techniques for simulation, masking
✔ Appropriate use of PPE and physical barriers
✔ Clear, repeatable actions that eliminate uncertainty and support continuity
Hair - GCLT theatre
With ‘Hair' being such an intimate show, Ambridge clearly created good direction and a safe environment for the actors.
Review | Theatre Haus
Everyone is navigating intimacy in new ways , but 'time is money' will always be a thing.
Time is of the essence on any production. Through well-structured intimacy coordination, intimate scenes are created efficiently with creative integrity intact. Clear communication and risk-aware collaboration support both performers and the wider production team, reducing delays, minimising reshoots, and maintaining continuity.
Performer boundaries—and the needs of the crew—are established from the outset, whilst the vision and intent are fully supported. The result is a smooth, on-schedule production that upholds the highest standards of professional intimacy coordination.
Services
My services prioritise sustainable budgeting appropriate to the realities of contemporary production, while maintaining professional standards.
Intimacy coordination
Psychologically-informed intimacy coordination across pre production, production, post production.
Workshops
Practical workshops establishing baseline consent and boundary protocols for casts and creative teams.
Cindy was the most amazing person to have on set. She was an overall positive and cheerful person, a real moral booster! If you’re based in SEQ, she is your go too!
Producer | TVC SPEC
Sense Condom TVC project
As a former professional dancer and Performing Arts educator, I am now an internationally certified Intimacy Coordinator. My extensive training, is leveraged with aligned tertiary qualifications and diverse transferable skills to attentively support productions. I take a collaborative approach to enhance intimate storytelling, while contributing to a dynamic, unforgettable on set experience.
