Peter Hassall Stunt Site

4. I live in the U.S.A., how do I break into the film/TV industry as a stunt person?
There is no legal requirement for a stunt person to have qualifications. Realistically, no reputable producer or director will hire untested, new stunt talent - so the best way to try and break into the business is to work your way up from the bottom. The major hurdle is getting a Screen Actors Guild (SAG) union card to be allowed to work on film/TV productions (except for non union ones which can be dodgy). Competition is fierce. The American Stunt Page has some information. Manny Siverio's USA FAQ has some very useful information about joining SAG, how to approach a stunt coordinator, how to behave on set, etc. Very detailed and useful advice.