Arion Janus Polkinghorne

Stunt Rigger, Stunt Artist, Set Builder, Safety Officer, Diver, Marine Crew

Owner at 4Reels

Currently in Piha, Auckland, New Zealand

Based in Auckland, New Zealand

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Bio

Arion is an experienced stunt rigger, performer, water safety, and On-Set carpenter with credits on major Film and TV productions in New Zealand & Australia. Member of the New Zealand Stunt Guild. Specialist in advanced water stunt work supported by AIDA 2 freediving & NZRA swift water rescue certifications. Over two decades of international outdoor guiding, and instruction in rafting, climbing, sailing, & advanced rescue and first aid, complementing on-set stunts and rigging safety. Skilled in fight performance, fluid movement and acrobatics through 25 years as a Capoeira Instructor with group Capoeira Brasil.
Arion is the owner of 4Reels, a fully mobile film production service capable of supporting productions of all scales.
Specializing in Stunts, Rigging, Art Department and Safety.
Arion brings a unique blend of technical skill, creativity, and hands-on experience to every project. With a strong background in rigging, complex stunts, building and dressing sets, and coordinating art department tasks. He offers a reliable, adaptable, and professional presence on set. Committed to efficiency, creativity, and safety, Arion ensures that productions run smoothly while achieving visually striking results.


ProjectsSkills & QualificationsGear

Feature Films

Megan 2.0

Stunt Artist - Stunt Performer
2025

Street Fighter

Carpenter
2025

Wrecking Crew

Stunt Rigger - Water Safety/Rigger
2024

Deep Water

Stunt Artist - Stunt performer (freediving) & Rigger
2023

Television Series

Chief of War

Art Standby - On Set Carpenter
2024

Spartacus House of Ashur

Construction Standby - On set Carpenter
2024

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

Art Standby - On Set Carpeter (Second Unit)
Stunt Artist - Stunt Performer
2022