What is the new SAG-AFTRA contract for intimacy coordinators?

The contract establishes minimum wages, benefits, and protections for intimacy coordinators working on film and television sets, effective February 22, 2026.

Why did intimacy coordinators vote to unionize?

Intimacy coordinators sought to standardize wages and benefits, and create safer, more supportive working environments for their profession.

When does the intimacy coordinator union contract take effect?

The agreement takes effect on February 22, 2026, for new scripted films and television series.

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Intimacy Coordinators Unionize for Safer Sets

19 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Intimacy coordinators have unanimously voted to unionize with SAG-AFTRA.
A new contract establishes minimum wages and benefits for coordinators.
The agreement guarantees access to scene materials and performance observation.

Intimacy Coordinators Unionize for Safer Sets

Intimacy coordinators, professionals dedicated to ensuring safety and consent during intimate scenes, have successfully voted to unionize under SAG-AFTRA. This significant development follows a unanimous decision by the union's national board to ratify a groundbreaking agreement with major studios and streamers. The contract, which takes effect on February 22, 2026, for new scripted productions, marks a pivotal moment for the profession.

The newly ratified agreement establishes crucial protections for intimacy coordinators, including standardized minimum wage rates for daily and weekly work. Furthermore, it integrates these workers into the union's health and pension plans, aligning their benefits with those of film and television performers. The contract also codifies essential working conditions such as overtime rules, meal breaks, and provisions for late wage payments, ensuring a more structured and equitable professional environment.