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DaUpJetSkier

DaUpJetSkier

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Marquette, MI
NathanMoore said:
Heyy all...

Iv been in Guangzhou performing in this show "Danger Island" for about 8 months now and have been with mirage for some time before. Andrew just flew in and i just met him today.

The show has been open for over a year now and is running strong. We just started what they call "phase 2" which involved many really cool changes to the show...chinese kung fu fighters, and some dirtbike kicker ramps and many other choreograph changes.

The jet skiing is far from what i would call freestyle. We use showroom stock ski's and are in a pool, and actually only because of how insanly choppy the pool gets I do think stock SXR's would be better. Because of the size of pool, the chop from all the boats and skis riding through and the stock ski's it can be quite difficult to even make it over the ramp at times. There are two ski ramps, one of which blows up for a fireburn. Tricks consist of sprays and logrolls. There are many things going on in the show at any one time, such as explosions, fires, various vehicles and fights, so that mixed with rough water conditions, and close proximitys requires someone who is extremely aware of their surroundings and can make good judgements for when things go wrong. You dont need to be a pro freestyler, but need to be comfortable riding under those conditions. Being comfortable pulling a sky skier behind a Kaw. 15F under these conditions is a major plus as well.

Aside from jet skiing, EVERY roll consist of various other stunt and acting elements. Even the main jet ski rolls are only on a jet ski for about 5 minutes of a 30 minute show. The stunts listed above by DaUpJetSkier pretty much explain everything. With the staff we have here, all stunts are performed and taught safley and are a lot of fun to learn and perform. I did not know any stunts before i came out here.

The show is really a ton of fun. Everyone on cast comes from there own specialties, including high divers, kung fu, major motion stunt work, dirtbikes ect. So the learning opportunities are endless. And your in china, so theres never really a dull moment, always new things to explore and see. The contracts here are normally long term 6 months to a year. So its definatly a complete commitment so you should be sure your ready to leave the country for at least that amount of time.

Mirage has other shows comming up in china they are casting for, which im sure will be just as fun as this one. This is not my first show with Mirage, and they have been an awsome company to work for. But as with every contract you sign with anyone, make sure you read the entire thing and understand every bit, ask questions about anything you are unsure of.

Its a great opportunity, easy to save money, and a lot of fun.

Feel free to message me with any questions you have.
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Dude, glad everything is going well over there, I still regret making that call to J Helms and cancelling, but I got college payed for here and couldnt commit to 8 months. Good luck and stay safe over there! Get some video and photos.
 
Andrew1289

Andrew1289

Hey I just wanted to follow up and say Im here and things are good. I like it here a lot, the people I work with are cool and China is fun. I was a little disappointed when I found out the type of Jet Ski riding in the show (no freestyle), but I knew what I was getting into. I knew the pool/set would be real small. But I love this job and Im learning a lot of stuff that would be valuable if I wanted to continue this type of profession. Oh and Nate was talking about choppy the pool gets, its nothing compared to how the Hydro-Action show at Universal was. Pictures are always good so here..... :biggthumpup:
 

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NathanMoore

NathanMoore

Location
The Delta, California and Tianjin, China
Hey Guys,

Were looking for an additional jet skiier for yet another show. If interested please contact me. Pretty much the same deal as this one..so all the info in this thread should be correct.

Also, may be looking for dirtbikers capable of jumping steel ramps, 65ft gaps over concrete.

PM me if interested for more info.
 
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