Why is My Investor Requiring an Independent Film Completion Bond?

Wondering why your investor has asked that you supply a completion bond before they’re willing to move forward with an agreement to invest in your independent film? Securing an independent film completion bond is something that might be requested of you as part of an investment agreement made between you and the other party. But […]

Negotiating a Film Rights Purchase Agreement for Independent Film Production

As an independent filmmaker, negotiating a film rights purchase agreement for your independent film production is certainly a big deal. This is your opportunity to not only establish the rights to a copyrighted work that you are most interested in producing a film about. But it’s also your chance to do your part in negotiating […]

Don’t Get Caught Breaking These Minor Film Laws in Louisiana

As an independent film producer or anyone entering the film industry, you probably already realize that there are a lot of rules and regulations associated with employment and labor. In fact, you’ve almost certainly heard about the collective bargaining of unions, right to work actions. And most of all – the various film laws that […]

Difference Between an Option and Purchase Agreement in Film

When you’re new to filmmaking, you’re likely to face several hurdles along the way. Particularly as they apply to the acquisition of intellectual property rights. If you’re thinking about moving forward with a decision to seek the right to use intellectual property. Such as a book to produce your film. But you’re now facing documents […]

Understanding Important Contracts for Intellectual Property in Film

Everyday film production involves various contracts. As a means of protecting intellectual property rights. And maintaining ownership of the film project. From the early stages of film development through the process of negotiating agreements involved in the production and later distribution of a film. Contracts for intellectual property in film are a required element. If […]

Everything You Need to Know about Independent Film Actor Contracts

As an independent film producer, the use of independent film actor contracts. Specifically those which include key details about the employment relationship between the producer and the actor, are key. These contracts are an important element to any film production and are required in order for a clean chain of title to be documented and […]

Script to Screen the Role of Intellectual Property Rights in Film Development

Film development is an intricate process. With which an idea can quickly evolve into a screenplay or script, but from script to screen. It’s important for filmmakers to understand the role of intellectual property rights in film development. As the idea for a film gradually moves from inception to the actual completion of a screenplay. […]

What is a Rights Purchase Agreement in Film?

Unsure about the different types of contracts involved in the acquisition of intellectual property rights for your film production? You’re not alone! The different option agreements and purchase contracts in a typical film production can be confusing for those just entering the film industry. What is a rights purchase agreement in film and what does […]

Understanding Editor’s Contracts for Film Producers

Film projects will pass through a number of stages including pre-production, production, and post-production during which there will be contracts between freelancers, contractors, and employees along the way. As an independent film producer, especially if you’re new to the industry, you might find yourself a bit confused at the many different contract terms that come […]

What to Look for in a Film Editor’s Contract

When a film leaves production and enters the phase of post-production editing? It’s in the form of many raw clips and independent files. That are clearly not a cohesive mix. It’s not until the film reaches the hands of the editor. And passes through several more stages. In which the unique style and tone of […]