38 years behind the camera. Now in front of the mic.
Hollywood stories. Real-life chaos. A few props that probably shouldn’t exist. Atlanta-based comedian Nikki Giovacchini brings stand-up comedy, convention appearances, prop-making workshops, OSHA General Industry training and talks about reinvention to your event.
Career Highlight Reel · Film, television & appearances
01 / THE STORY
A LIFE BUILT BEHIND THE SCENES.
Nikki Giovacchini spent more than 38 years making movie and television worlds feel real. Now he turns that lifetime of chaos, hard work, reinvention and behind-the-scenes madness into comedy that is raw, honest and completely his own.
From Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Zeo, Turbo and Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie to That ’70s Show, Monster Garage and The Exorcist: Believer—Nikki has the stories fans never heard, because he was busy making the stuff they were watching.
02 / COMEDY
THE LATE-IN-LIFE PLOT TWIST
THE PROPMASTER GRABS THE MIC.
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Stand-up that comes with mileage.
Hollywood. Aging. Marriage. Fatherhood. Heart surgery. Starting over near sixty. Nikki turns all of it into a fast, physical, prop-driven show.
Clubs, casinos & showcases
Corporate and special events
Clean or PG-13 programs available
45–60 minute campus sets
“At this age, you don’t wake up refreshed. You wake up and take inventory.”
Power Rangers memories, second-unit mayhem and honest stories from a working propmaster.
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Build a Prop
A hands-on program that turns everyday materials—and a little movie magic—into something unforgettable.
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Panels & Demonstrations
Props, filmmaking, safety, sustainable careers and the problem-solving nobody teaches in a textbook.
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Meet, Greet & Autographs
A fan-first table experience with stories from MMPR, Zeo, Turbo and the Turbo movie.
Seen at
RANGERSTOP & POPMAD MONSTERPROPCONFILM & MEDIA PROGRAMS
04 / VIRTUAL APPEARANCES, CONSULTATION & TRAINING
LIVE FROM THE PROP SHOP
BRING 38+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE INTO THE ROOM.
Bring Nikki into your classroom, organization or production by Zoom—or your preferred video platform—for a candid, practical conversation about the work behind the camera.
Behind-the-scenes stories and audience questions for classrooms, fan groups, libraries and organizations.
$25060 MINUTES
Presentation + Q&A
A focused career talk, prop presentation or conversation about film, television and creative problem-solving.
$40090 MINUTES
Interactive Workshop
A deeper, participatory session for film programs, colleges, conventions and creative organizations.
$600PROJECT SUPPORT
Prop & Special FX Consultation
Practical advice and research for prop builds and special-effects concepts, including materials, methods, sourcing, feasibility, script needs and problem-solving.
Custom quoteAUTHORIZED TRAINER
General Industry Safety Training
OSHA-authorized General Industry trainer offering workplace-safety education, custom presentations and qualifying OSHA 10- and 30-hour General Industry Outreach Training. Nikki regularly provides OSHA safety training for students at the Georgia Film Academy, serves as an OSHA trainer for Georgia’s film union, IATSE Local 479, and has taught OSHA 30 for IATSE Local 347 in Columbia, South Carolina.
Safety first: Consultation covers creative planning, research and build strategy. Hazardous, regulated or licensed effects must be performed by qualified on-site professionals.
SAFETY / OSHA GENERAL INDUSTRY TRAINING
AUTHORIZED TRAINING · REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE
SAFETY IS NO JOKE.
Nikki Giovacchini is an OSHA-authorized General Industry trainer with more than 38 years of hands-on film and television production experience. Programs combine recognized safety instruction with practical lessons from real workplaces and active production environments.
Foundational Outreach Training for workers and students covering essential workplace hazards, prevention and employee safety rights.
30 HOURS
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry
Expanded Outreach Training for supervisors and professionals who need deeper knowledge of hazard recognition and workplace-safety responsibilities.
CUSTOM PROGRAMS
Workplace Safety Training
Focused instruction and presentations developed around an organization’s audience, workplace, schedule and training goals.
38+ YEARS ON SET
Film & Entertainment Safety
Production-focused safety education informed by decades of prop, second-unit and behind-the-camera problem-solving.
Training experience
Nikki regularly provides OSHA safety training for students at the Georgia Film Academy at Trilith, serves as an OSHA trainer for Georgia’s film union, IATSE Local 479, and has taught OSHA 30 for IATSE Local 347 in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comedy nights, conventions, workshops and special events. Check back as new dates are announced.
New appearance dates will be announced soon.
06 / THE ONE-MAN PLAY
COMING SOON
MAKING IT
A one-man play by Nikki Giovacchini. From 38 years behind the scenes to a new life on stage, Making It is a story about the grind, the reset and the courage to begin again.
Starting over is starting true.
ONE-MAN PLAYCOMING SOON
Performance dates and ticket details will be announced here.
NEW / 30-DAY GOAL APP
MAKING IT. THE NEXT MOVE.
One small action today. A different story in 30 days. Start over, build a creative project, pursue a dream or grow your personal brand.
If you attended one of Nikki’s classes, comedy shows, convention appearances, panels or workshops—or worked with him professionally—your experience matters.
APPROVED REVIEW
“Very concise, well explained, and professional. Easy to talk to and explain things and relate the material to real life experiences.”
CooperOSHA 10 Class
APPROVED REVIEW
“Nikki was very engaging throughout our entire training course, and taught us a lot about safety in the workplace. He’s also open to questions and conversations which makes him a great resource for learners.”
Ava Rae FortenberryOSHA 10
APPROVED REVIEW
“Lots of insight and engaging. Very friendly instructor and helpful.”
Lisa WhittingtonGeorgia Film Academy
APPROVED REVIEW
“This man is sheer brilliance. Worked on several projects with him and he is a true artist and craftsman. I've also seen him work with an audience and share his wealth of knowledge in an entertaining and engaging manner. Plus, he's freaking hilarious. An intelligent showman, mentor, prop/set genius, comedian and storyteller.”
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09 / BOOK NIKKI
ATLANTA-BASED · AVAILABLE TO TRAVEL
BRING THE STORIES. BRING THE LAUGHS.
Book Nikki for comedy, conventions, colleges, panels, workshops, corporate events, virtual appearances, prop and special-effects consultation or General Industry safety training.
Tell us what you are planning. Nikki will reply directly to discuss availability, pricing, travel or the scope of your project.
