What Is An Intimacy Coordinator?
INTIMACY COORDINATOR
EL WOOD
El Wood (She/They) is a certified Intimacy Coordinator based in London, trained by SAG-AFTRA-accredited IDC (New York), world experts in Intimacy Coordination and Direction.
El is represented by leading agency Sara Putt Associates and El's credits include BAFTA-nominated and Cannes award-winning film as well as productions for Sky Max, Netflix, Disney+,Hulu, Lionsgate, BBC and Channel 4.
El brings expertise from numerous specialist courses, offering support in all aspects of intimacy and nudity, beyond just sexual intimacy. She is passionate about responsible, authentic storytelling and strives to contribute to a more inclusive representation of intimacy. Additionally, El is a mental health first aider and trained in trauma-informed practices.
With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry, both in front of and behind the camera, El naturally serves as a mediator and facilitator. She understands that every performer and production is unique, and she tailors her approach to ensure that both the director's vision and the performers' emotional and physical well-being are being supported.